Pau Cubarsi, the 18-year-old Spain defender, has returned to Barcelona following an ankle injury sustained during the Nations League quarter-final first leg against the Netherlands. The Royal Spanish Football Federation confirmed he won't participate in the upcoming second leg, prompting coach Luis de la Fuente to call up Lazio's Mario Gila as his replacement. The thrilling first match ended in a 2-2 draw, with goals from Nico Williams, Cody Gakpo, Tijjani Reijnders, and Mikel Merino ensuring a tie ahead of the return match in Valencia.
The Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) confirmed on Friday that Cubarsi will be unavailable for Sunday's second leg in Valencia, due to an ankle injury sustained during the match.
Spain coach Luis de la Fuente has called up Lazio defender Mario Gila to join the squad in Valencia in Cubarsi's absence, ensuring the team remains competitive.
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