‘United’ Spain first as Barcelona top absent Real Madrid in World Cup squad
Summary
Spain’s national football team for the upcoming World Cup will include eight players from Barcelona but no players from Real Madrid, a first in its history. Coach Luis de la Fuente said the decision focuses on the players’ abilities and their pride in representing Spain, not on their club teams.Key Facts
- Spain’s 26-player World Cup squad has eight Barcelona players and zero from Real Madrid.
- This is the first time no Real Madrid player has been selected for Spain’s World Cup team.
- Spain won their only World Cup in 2010 and are among the favorites to win again.
- Coach Luis de la Fuente emphasized that club allegiance does not affect player selection.
- Barcelona players in the squad include Lamine Yamal, Joan Garcia, Pau Cubarsi, Eric Garcia, Gavi, Pedri, Dani Olmo, and Ferran Torres.
- Seven players in the squad play for Premier League clubs in England.
- Some players recovering from injuries may be managed carefully for the World Cup matches.
- Spain will face Cape Verde, Saudi Arabia, and Uruguay in Group H at the World Cup.
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