Barcelona winger Lamine Yamal has emerged as an injury concern for Spain ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 final against Argentina after missing the team’s main training session on Friday.
Spain resumed preparations for the title clash following their semifinal victory over France, but Yamal did not train with the rest of the squad. Instead, the teenage star was seen with heavy strapping on his left thigh and reportedly completed only a light training session away from the main group alongside defender Pedro Porro.
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The 18-year-old sustained a heavy knock during Spain’s semifinal after being fouled inside the penalty area by France defender Lucas Digne in the 22nd minute. The challenge resulted in a penalty, which Mikel Oyarzabal successfully converted to give Spain the lead.
Although Yamal completed the full match, reports suggest that the discomfort worsened after the game. Spain’s medical staff reportedly treated the youngster at the team’s hotel in Dallas as a precaution.
Despite the injury scare, early indications suggest the issue is not serious enough to rule Yamal out of the World Cup final. The Barcelona sensation is still expected to be available for selection as Spain prepare to face defending champions Argentina in the tournament’s showpiece match.
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