Spain: Luis de la Fuente explains Lamine Yamal's condition

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Spain: Luis de la Fuente explains Lamine Yamal's condition

12.11.26 14:45 UEFA Nations League A

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At a press conference on Wednesday evening, Spain coach Luis de la Fuente explained Lamine Yamal's withdrawal.

Lamine Yamal is suffering from pain in his right knee after FC Barcelona's 2-1 victory over Atletico Madrid in La Liga last Sunday. The young Spanish star did not join Spain's squad and will not feature in the Nations League match against the Czech Republic this Thursday.

Yamal could join the squad on Friday

At a press conference, coach Luis de la Fuente provided an update on the FC Barcelona winger's situation. The Spanish coach confirmed that Lamine Yamal could be available against England next Sunday.

"Lamine was injured in the last match. He had an MRI in Barcelona, and they found inflammation and fluid in his knee. He needed to rest. I preferred that he stay at home, train with his club and join us on Friday if he is fit to do so," the coach explained.

🚨Luis de la Fuente on Lamine Yamal’s physical condition: "I spoke with Lamine Yamal and Oyarzabal, and their progress is positive…" "Lamine is doing a series of exercises, and we believe he will be with us on Friday.” https://t.co/yDNxPVZxBF
— Barça Universal (@BarcaUniversal) November 11, 2026

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