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Yamal Fit for World Cup Despite Injury Concerns

Spanish teenager Lamine Yamal has been included in Spain's 26-man World Cup squad despite recent hamstring injury concerns that threatened his participation.

Barcelona's 18-year-old sensation Lamine Yamal has been cleared to feature in the upcoming World Cup after suffering a hamstring injury during La Liga action. The injury occurred on April 22 after scoring a penalty against Celta Vigo, with Barcelona confirming he would miss the remainder of the domestic season but be available for the tournament.

Despite being included in Luis de la Fuente's squad, Yamal's fitness level for the World Cup remains uncertain. The winger, who impressed at Euro 2024, has faced an injury-disrupted campaign, also dealing with pubalgia at the start of the season. Spain will hope their attacking talisman is fully recovered when the tournament begins. catcross.biz