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.
- 4:00 PMYahoo Sports — Lamine Yamal Declared Fit for Spain’s World Cup Opener
- 9:41 PMYahoo Sports — Spain superstar Lamine Yamal declared fit to make his World Cup debut against Cape Verde
- 6:00 AMYahoo Sports — Barcelona superstar fit and ready for Spain’s World Cup opener vs Cape Verde
"Lamine Yamal is in “ideal condition” to play in Spain's World Cup opener against Cape Verde on Monday, coach Luis de la Fuente said. Yamal is not expected to start the game in Atlanta, but has been cleared to play in his return from a hamstring injury that forced the teenaged superstar to miss the final weeks of the season for Barcelona. Yamal has established himself as arguably the brightest emerging talent in Europe after helping Spain win the European Championship in 2024, despite only turning 17 on the eve of the final.
"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...
"Lamine Yamal (17) has been declared fit for Spain’s World Cup opener against Cape Verde on June 15 in Atlanta, with Fabrizio Romano confirming the Barcelona winger is available for selection. The ne...
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 15, 2026, 4:00 PMLamine Yamal Declared Fit for Spain’s World Cup Opener
Lamine Yamal (17) has been declared fit for Spain’s World Cup opener against Cape Verde on June 15 in Atlanta, with Fabrizio Romano confirming the Barcelona winger is available for selection. The ne...
- Yahoo SportsJun 14, 2026, 9:41 PMSpain superstar Lamine Yamal declared fit to make his World Cup debut against Cape Verde
Lamine Yamal is in “ideal condition” to play in Spain's World Cup opener against Cape Verde on Monday, coach Luis de la Fuente said. Yamal is not expected to start the game in Atlanta, but has been cleared to play in his return from a hamstring injury that forced the teenaged superstar to miss the final weeks of the season for Barcelona. Yamal has established himself as arguably the brightest emerging talent in Europe after helping Spain win the European Championship in 2024, despite only turning 17 on the eve of the final.
- Yahoo SportsJun 14, 2026, 6:00 AMBarcelona 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...
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