Lamine Yamal feared World Cup absence due to injury
Spanish footballer Lamine Yamal revealed he was worried about missing the World Cup after suffering a hamstring injury. The winger, who is still recovering, sustained the injury while playing for Barcelona. Yamal expressed his anxiety about the timing of the injury, given the proximity of the tournament. He remains eager to make his World Cup debut and has been working hard in training.
Match highlights
- Lamine Yamal suffered a hamstring injury while scoring a penalty for Barcelona against Celta Vigo on April 22.
- He admitted he was "afraid" the injury would prevent him from playing in the World Cup.
- Spain coach Luis de la Fuente hopes to have Yamal available for the opening game against Cape Verde on June 15.
- If not fit for the first match, Yamal is expected to play against Saudi Arabia on June 21 or Uruguay on June 27.
- Yamal starred as Spain won Euro 2024 in Germany and dreams of lifting the World Cup trophy.
