Spain's head coach Luis de la Fuente has unveiled a strong 26-man squad for the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026™, set to take place across Canada, Mexico, and the United States. The roster is highlighted by the inclusion of Barcelona's rising star, Lamine Yamal, alongside several key players from the UEFA EURO 2024-winning team.

Key Players and New Faces

De la Fuente's squad features 16 players who played pivotal roles in Spain's continental success two years ago. In addition to Yamal, the coach will count on the talents of Mikel Oyarzabal, Rodri, Pedri, and Marc Cucurella. Noteworthy inclusions also comprise Marc Pubill and Eric Garcia. While Pubill has yet to make his senior debut, Garcia returns to the national setup after a strong resurgence at Barcelona, marking his first call-up since the Qatar 2022 World Cup.

Defensive and Midfield Strength

In goal, the squad includes Unai Simon, David Raya, and Joan Garcia, with only three of the eight defenders from the 2024 European Championship: Cucurella, Alejandro Grimaldo, and Aymeric Laporte. The midfield boasts a blend of skill and experience, featuring Mikel Merino, Dani Olmo, Pedri, Rodri, and Martin Zubimendi. On the wings, Victor Munoz has earned a spot alongside Yeremy Pino, Nico Williams, and Yamal, while the forward line is bolstered by Borja Iglesias, Oyarzabal, and Ferran Torres.

Notable absentees from the squad include Real Madrid's Dean Huijsen, Villarreal's Alberto Moleiro, Betis' Pablo Fornals, and Barcelona's Fermin Lopez, who is sidelined due to a recent foot injury.

Final Preparations

All squads remain provisional until FIFA confirms the final list of 26 players on June 2. De la Fuente shared insights into his selection process, stating, "The roster was almost finalised months ago, we were just waiting to see what happened in each game." He also expressed his support for Fermin Lopez and emphasized his confidence in Eric Garcia's integration into the team.