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FC·PREVIEW·June 14, 2026 04:19 PM ET

Luis de la Fuente confirms fully fit Spain squad for World Cup opener

Spain ready for Atlanta debut against Cape Verde.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jun 141 min read
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What happened: Spain head coach Luis de la Fuente confirmed that all 26 players in his squad are in 'perfect condition' ahead of tomorrow's World Cup opening match. The announcement follows a period of individual recovery for stars like Lamine Yamal and Nico Williams at the team's training base in Chattanooga.

Why it matters: Securing a clean bill of health is a major boost for Spain as they look to assert their dominance in Group H from the outset. This full availability is especially significant following the loss of Fermín López to a metatarsal fracture last month.

By the numbers: Group H Standings: Spain (Seed 1), Uruguay, Saudi Arabia, Cape Verde. Venue: Mercedes-Benz Stadium (Atlanta). Tournament History: Spain seeks a second title while Cape Verde makes its World Cup debut.

What to watch: Spain faces Cape Verde tomorrow at 12:00 PM ET. Expect De la Fuente to monitor the minutes of returning players like Yamal to ensure long-term fitness throughout the tournament.

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