Spain received a major boost ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 as key attackers Lamine Yamal and Nico Williams returned to full training after injury concerns. Their recovery increases hopes of featuring against Cape Verde on June 15. Coach Luis de la Fuente remains optimistic, while Spain targets a second World Cup title after its 2010 triumph.
Tennessee: Spain's FIFA World Cup campaign has received a massive boost, with Lamine Yamal and Nico Williams, two extremely vital part of the team's attacking set-up, resuming their full training. The duo was doubtful for the campaign opener against Cape Verde on June 15, but their presence at the team's Tennessee base camp has given hope that they could be ready to battle for the second star on their shirts, right from match one.
Players return to full training
As per Goal.com, both Yamal and Williams were seen training with full intensity at Chattanooga, Tennessee, on Thursday. The duo, along with Victor Munoz, sat out in the final warm-up against Peru on Monday due to injuries. The rest of the squad managed to get themselves some game time, but the trio did their rehab at the team's training base.
Lamine Yamal injury concerns
A lot of concerns were particularly around Barcelona superstar Lamine Yamal, with the 18-year-old having not played any competitive football since April 22 due to injury to his left hamstring. As one of football's up-and-coming rising stars, he remains vital not only for Spain's attacking philosophy but also for the overall commercial/fan appeal of the World Cup.
Positive outlook for group stages
While earlier there were fears that Yamal could miss the group stages fully, things are much more positive now. Head coach Luis de la Fuente said last week that he expects Yamal to be "ready to play" the campaign opener, while also adding that his involvement in the match could be restricted to "just a few minutes". Given the star power and skillset Yamal brings to the football pitch, even a small cameo would be an awesome sight for Spanish fans and the team alike.
