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Spain coach updates on Barcelona players ahead of World Cup preparations

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 3, 2026, 12:00 PM

Last updated Jun 3, 2026

Spain coach updates on Barcelona players ahead of World Cup preparations

Summary

Spain manager Luis de la Fuente provided updates on Barcelona players as the national team readies for the World Cup. Ahead of a friendly against Iraq, de la Fuente confirmed that Lamine Yamal will not play due to ongoing fitness concerns but could return by the 15th. He hinted he knows the starting goalkeeper but withheld the information until after notifying the players. Midfielder Marc Bernal received praise, indicating a promising future despite not traveling to the tournament.

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By the Numbers

•Lamine Yamal will miss the friendly against Iraq due to injury concerns.
•De la Fuente suggests Yamal could return to fitness soon.
•Joan Garcia remains a candidate for the starting goalkeeper role.
•Marc Bernal impressed coaching staff in training despite not going to the World Cup.

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Spain manager Luis de la Fuente has provided fresh updates on several Barcelona players as the national team continue their preparations for the upcoming World Cup.Speaking ahead of Spain’s friendly...
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