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Medical warnings cast shadow over Lamine Yamal's World Cup participation

18+ hour, 46+ min ago  (691+ words) Serious concern is growing around Lamine Yamal as both FC Barcelona and the Spain national team monitor his recovery ahead of the FIFA World Cup. The teenage sensation has been ruled out for the remainder of Barcelona's season after suffering…...

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Lamine Yamal to recover in time before 2026 World Cup

1+ day, 17+ hour ago  (330+ words) Spanish forward of Moroccan descent, Lamine Yamal, is expected to recover from his injury in time before the start of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The FC Barcelona forward sustained a thigh problem during Wednesday's league clash with Celta Vigo, with…...

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Thiago Pitarch ends international future speculation

3+ week, 6+ day ago  (187+ words) Real Madrid's promising midfielder Thiago Pitarch has ended speculation about his international future by pledging himself to Spain, despite strong efforts from Morocco to win him over. The 18-year-old, currently starring with Spain's U19 side, is eligible for both nations and…...

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Real Madrid's Thiago Pitarch ditches Morocco for Spain

3+ week, 6+ day ago  (285+ words) Thiago Pitarch has brought an end to months of international speculation by committing his future to Spain national football team, rejecting a strong push from Morocco to switch allegiance. The 18-year-old Real Madrid midfielder had emerged as a priority target…...

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Egypt head to Spain ahead of friendly game on Tuesday

3+ week, 6+ day ago  (151+ words) Egypt's national team departed Saudi Arabia for Spain on Saturday morning as preparations continue for their upcoming international friendly against Spain on Tuesday at the RCDE Stadium, home of Espanyol. The Pharaohs opened their build-up to the FIFA World Cup…...

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Egypt confirms dates and venues for friendlies against Saudi Arabia and Spain

1+ mon, 4+ day ago  (203+ words) The Egyptian Football Association (EFA) has officially announced the dates and venues for the national team's upcoming international friendlies as part of preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. In a statement released early Friday, the EFA explained that its board…...

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We're going to win the World Cup' " Spain winger Nico Williams -

1+ mon, 1+ week ago  (359+ words) Athletic Club winger Nico Williams has sparked excitement ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup by declaring his unwavering belief that Spain possesses the quality to claim the global title. Speaking in an interview with Four Four Two, the 23-year-old Spain…...

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'I'd love to play against Inaki' " Nico Williams dreams of Ghana vs Spain 2026 World Cup clash -

1+ mon, 1+ week ago  (246+ words) Athletic Club winger Nico Williams has revealed his ultimate dream for the 2026 FIFA World Cup: a historic on-field showdown against his older brother, I'aki Williams. While both brothers are stars for the same La Liga club, they represent different nations,…...

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Nico Williams claims his 'parents would have heart attack' if Ghana faces Spain at World Cup -

1+ mon, 1+ week ago  (362+ words) Athletic Club winger Nico Williams has revealed that a potential World Cup showdown against his older brother, Inaki, would likely cause their parents to have a "heart attack" due to the conflicting loyalties. While the brothers are teammates at the…...

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Morocco and Real Zaragoza defender Jawad El Yamiq sidelined for four weeks due to injury -

1+ mon, 2+ week ago  (138+ words) Morocco's injury woes persist just three months ahead of the 2026 World Cup in the United States, Mexico, and Canada. The Atlas Lions, drawn in Group C alongside Brazil, Haiti, and Scotland, face mounting challenges as several key players have been…...