Luis de la Fuente praises Gavi ahead of Spain's World Cup opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 6:10 PM
Last updated Jun 14, 2026
Luis de la Fuente, manager of the Spain national team, expressed high praise for midfielder Gavi as Spain prepares to face Cape Verde in their World Cup opener. De la Fuente highlighted Gavi's enthusiasm and energy in training, indicating his strong influence on team motivation. He also provided an update on Lamine Yamal, confirming that he is recovering well from injury and is expected to be fit for the match. This first game in Group H marks Spain's return to international competition after winning EURO 2024.
- •Spain's World Cup match against Cape Verde is upcoming.
- •De la Fuente emphasizes Gavi's training energy and leadership.
- •Lamine Yamal is expected to be fit for the first game.
- •Gavi's enthusiasm is seen as key to team motivation.
- •This match is Spain's opening game in Group H.
- 6:10 PMYahoo Sports — Luis de la Fuente heaps praise on Gavi and says Yamal ‘perfectly fit’
"Spain manager Luis de la Fuente has lauded midfielder Gavi ahead of the opening World Cup game against Cape Verde. Spain are yet to play, and this will be the first game in Group H. Spain will be conf...
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