Barcelona and Spain forward Lamine Yamal will miss the start of the 2026 World Cup after suffering a hamstring injury.
Idman.Biz reports this with reference to The Athletic.
According to the source, Yamal will not be able to play in the first match of the World Cup group stage against Cabo Verde. The game will be held on June 15. In addition, Yamal's participation in the second match, scheduled for June 21 against Saudi Arabia, is also in serious doubt.
The World Championship will be held from June 11 to July 19, 2026 in the USA, Mexico and Canada. Spain will face Cabo Verde, Saudi Arabia and Uruguay in the group stage.