World Cup 2026: Latest news before the World Cup final
Another player who trained separately was Pedro Porro, who has a hamstring overload. However, the situation of the fullback also does not cause concern within the coaching staff, who believe that both players will be available to face the Albiceleste.
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The Spanish Federation conveys calm and assures that the winger will be available to play the final on Sunday in New Jersey. The coaching staff, led by Luis de la Fuente, chose not to push the player to avoid any risk of relapse. The intention is for him to arrive in full physical condition for the match.
Yamal arrived at the tournament after overcoming an injury and has played minutes in all the World Cup matches, accumulating significant physical wear. During practice at the Red Bull training city in New York, he briefly participated with the group but stepped aside before the rondos to do stretching exercises and individual work on a mat.
Lamine Yamal did not complete training with the rest of his teammates and performed differentiated work under the supervision of the medical staff. The star of the ‘Roja’ was seen with a bandage on his right thigh and his physical condition became the main focus of attention in the Spanish camp.
BREAKING NEWS:
Alert in Spain: Lamine Yamal trains separately and with a bandage.
???? ALERT LAMINE! HE DOES NOT TRAIN and HAS A BANDAGE on the LEFT THIGH!
???? @guillecasquero #OurBestWorldCup pic.twitter.com/AbaKX1MW83
— Diario AS (@diarioas) July 16, 2026
The final between Spain and Argentina is scheduled for this Sunday, July 19 from 2:00 p.m. at the New York/New Jersey Stadium.
Argentina, for its part, qualified for the semifinals after coming back 2-1 against England in the final minutes. The goals were scored by Enzo Fernández and Lautaro Martínez, while Anthony Gordon had put the English ahead.
First it was Spain’s turn, who reached the final round after beating the favorite France with Kylian Mbappé 2-0. Mikel Oyarzabal and Pedro Porro scored the goals for Luis de la Fuente’s team, which was far superior to its rival.
As is known, Spain and Argentina reached the final stage of the 2026 World Cup and will decide the world champion this Sunday the 19th.
Welcome, friends of El Comercio, to the latest news and updates of the 2026 World Cup before the grand final.
