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Lamine Yamal in Spain's World Cup Squad Despite Injury

Spanish wonderkid Lamine Yamal has been included in Luis de la Fuente's 26-man squad for the 2026 World Cup despite nursing a hamstring injury.

The 18-year-old Barcelona winger suffered the injury during a La Liga match against Celta Vigo on April 22. While initial fears suggested a torn left hamstring requiring up to eight weeks of recovery, Barcelona confirmed he would undergo conservative treatment and miss the remainder of the club season. game-sweetbonanza.com

Despite the setback in an already injury-hit campaign, which included a previous groin issue, Yamal is expected to be available for the World Cup. However, his actual level of influence and match fitness for La Roja remains uncertain as the tournament approaches.