News
Lamine Yamal returns to full training ahead of World Cup
Spain's Lamine Yamal has returned to regular team training just days before the World Cup begins, providing a major boost to coach Luis de la Fuente.
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Players
Mikel Merino: Spain can beat anyone at World Cup 2026
Arsenal midfielder Mikel Merino, recovered from a stress fracture, is set to make his World Cup debut at age 30. He discusses his injury battle, Spain's status as tournament favorites, and the balance between nerves and experience.
Qualifiers
World Cup 2026: Biggest ranking mismatches in group stage
Brazil, England and Spain face lower-ranked opponents in the 2026 World Cup group stage, with ranking gaps of up to 77 places. History shows rankings guarantee nothing, as past upsets like Saudi Arabia vs Argentina prove.
Players
At 18, Lamine Yamal defies norms as World Cup's standout talent
Lamine Yamal, at 18, enters the World Cup as a rare teenage phenom, contrasting with the typical age of 27 for players hailed as the world's best. Undaunted by injury, controversy, and political pressure, he marks a generational shift in football.
Players
Lamine Yamal recalls first World Cup memory from Brazil 2014
Spain international Lamine Yamal, 16, shared his earliest World Cup memory, recalling the 2014 tournament in Brazil. The Barcelona forward described the event as having 'it all,' highlighting its lasting impact on a new generation.
History
Iniesta's Historic Goal Secures Spain's World Cup Victory
Andrés Iniesta scored the winning goal in the 2010 FIFA World Cup final, securing Spain's first-ever title. His strike in extra time against the Netherlands cemented his place in football history.