Spain trains without Mikel Merino after drawing with Cape Verde
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 3:17 PM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
Spain's national soccer team resumed training after their opening match, which ended in a draw against Cape Verde. Mikel Merino missed the session, leading to doubts about his fitness for the upcoming match against Saudi Arabia. Coach De la Fuente may adjust the lineup, considering players like Lamine, Nico, or Dani Olmo for more playing time. The team aims to move past their opener as they prepare for the crucial clash on Sunday.
- •Spain drew with Cape Verde in their opening match.
- •Mikel Merino did not participate in training due to fitness concerns.
- •Spain prepares for a key match against Saudi Arabia this Sunday.
- •Coach De la Fuente may make lineup changes before the next game.
- 3:17 PMYahoo Sports — Spain, hit by worrying news after their opener
"After drawing against Cape Verde, the national team returned to training, and did so without Mikel Merino. It is time to put the opener against Cape Verde behind them and start focusing on the crucial...
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