Spain's Lamine Yamal returns to training ahead of World Cup opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 6:00 AM
Last updated Jun 14, 2026
Lamine Yamal has returned to full training with Spain ahead of their FIFA World Cup opener against Cape Verde on Monday. After recovering from an injury sustained in April, Yamal successfully completed a closed-door session in Chattanooga. Spain coach Luis de la Fuente indicated that while Yamal is fit, it remains uncertain if he will start the match. The national team will prioritize the player's well-being and may opt for a cautious approach in using him during the game.
- •Lamine Yamal completed a full training session with Spain.
- •Yamal has not played since his injury in April.
- •Spain faces Cape Verde in their World Cup opener on Monday.
- •Luis de la Fuente confirmed Yamal is fit but may not start.
- •Spain's approach will prioritize player well-being.
- 6:00 AMYahoo Sports — Barcelona superstar fit and ready for Spain’s World Cup opener vs Cape Verde
"Spain appear set to receive a significant boost ahead of their opening FIFA World Cup match against Cape Verde, with Barcelona sensation Lamine Yamal now on course to return to action after completing...
Sources
External linksOriginal reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.
Related Stories
Last 14 days- EPL•Jun 14, 2026, 7:46 AM☕️ Is there life beyond the World Cup? Sunday’s 5️⃣ stories
- FIFA World Cup•Jun 14, 2026, 7:20 AMFormer defender’s World Cup heroics could trigger unexpected windfall for Barcelona
- LaLiga•Jun 14, 2026, 7:00 AMBayern Munich felt spurned by Anthony Gordon diss
- EPL•Jun 14, 2026, 7:00 AMPau Cubarsi gives verdict on Barcelona target Julian Alvarez: ‘We all know how good he is, but…’
- Ligue 1•Jun 14, 2026, 6:48 AMPSG Still Interested in Bournemouth's Eli Junior Kroupi Despite Price
- LaLiga•Jun 14, 2026, 6:40 AMConfirmed: Barcelona tie down another top La Masia talent
