Spain head coach Luis de la Fuente says representing the national team takes priority over club loyalties after announcing his first World Cup squad. The 26-man selection is described across reports as being heavily influenced by Barcelona, with multiple outlets noting a “Barcelona hue” in the roster. In contrast, none of the selected players are from Real Madrid, a first for De la Fuente in his World Cup squad selection. Following the announcement, De la Fuente reiterates a hierarchy in which wearing Spain’s badge outweighs commitments to any particular club crest. The squad is set to head into the tournament next month, with reports characterising Spain as among the favourites. The coverage highlights that De la Fuente’s approach emphasises national-team selection over club affiliations, while still reflecting the current strengths of Spanish clubs—particularly Barcelona—within the final roster.