Spain are facing a possible fitness concern ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 final against Argentina after Lamine Yamal does not train with the main group and appears to be dealing with a thigh issue. Multiple reports say Yamal skips or limits participation in team practice sessions, including not being present with Spain’s main training group on Friday. Photographs described by outlets show heavy strapping on his left thigh, and one report notes he is seen limping following Spain’s 2–1 semifinal win over France. Another source says Yamal did not fully participate in Thursday’s practice, reinforcing the concern that he is not fully fit. As Spain prepare for the final, the situation remains unresolved, with Yamal’s availability depending on his fitness and the outcome of any assessments by the team’s medical staff. No specific diagnosis is reported in the provided coverage, but the consistent theme across outlets is that Yamal’s limited training and visible thigh strapping raise doubts about his ability to play.
Lamine Yamal’s thigh injury concern leaves Spain’s World Cup final participation in doubt
Spain are facing a possible fitness concern ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 final against Argentina after Lamine Yamal does not train with the main group and appears to be dealing with a thigh issue....
- Lamine Yamal is reported to have a left thigh injury concern ahead of Spain’s World Cup 2026 final vs Argentina.
- Reports say Yamal does not train with Spain’s main group and does not fully participate in team practice sessions.
- Photographs cited by outlets show heavy strapping on Yamal’s left thigh.
- One report says Yamal is seen limping after Spain’s 2–1 semifinal win over France.
- His final availability is not confirmed and depends on his fitness evaluation close to the match.
Lamine Yamal was seen limping after Spain's 2-1 defeat of France in the semifinals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup and didn't fully participate in Thursday's team practice.
2 hours agoSpain were dealt a massive blow just ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 final against Argentina as Lamine Yamal did not practice with the main group on Friday and was seen with heavy strapping on his left thigh.
4 hours agoSpain were dealt a massive blow just ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 final against Argentina as Lamine Yamal did not practice with the main group on Friday and was seen with heavy strapping on his...
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