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Pedri praises Vitinha ahead of Spain's World Cup clash with Portugal

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 5, 2026, 8:50 AM

Last updated Jul 5, 2026

Pedri praises Vitinha ahead of Spain's World Cup clash with Portugal

Summary

Barcelona midfielder Pedri expressed admiration for PSG's Vitinha while discussing Spain's upcoming Round of 16 match against Portugal in the FIFA 2026 World Cup. He highlighted the importance of being at his best for the team and praised the influence of coach Hansi Flick at Barcelona. Pedri also reflected on his appreciation for Lionel Messi, calling him the greatest player in history. As Spain prepares for the knockout stage, he emphasized the need for strong performances from key players like himself and Vitinha.

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By the Numbers

•Spain faces Portugal in the Round of 16 of the World Cup.
•Pedri commended Vitinha as one of the best midfielders in the world.
•He highlighted Hansi Flick’s positive impact on his game at Barcelona.
•Pedri dreams of playing against Messi in a World Cup final.
•Spain needs strong performances from key players to advance.

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8:50 AMYahoo Sports — Barcelona star Pedri waxes lyrical over Vitinha, dreams of World Cup final vs Messi: ‘That would be top’

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Spain are set to take on Portugal in the FIFA 2026 World Cup Round of 16 in what promises to be an absolute cracker of a game, at least on paper.The game throws up a number of player battles, like Lam...
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