Luis de la Fuente is preparing to announce Spain’s 26-player squad for the World Cup 2026. He indicated the squad will include three goalkeepers rather than four and said he already knows which goalkeeper will be his No. 1. He suggested Monday’s selection could include players who have not previously been called up. Fermin Lopez will miss the tournament due to injury, while Gavi is expected to be considered. De la Fuente praised Gavi’s form after returning from two serious injuries, saying he has earned his place and is missed when not playing. Spain will play friendlies against Iraq and Peru before starting the tournament against Cape Verde.
"“Yes, yes. I'd even tell you the starting lineup. There will be three goalkeepers, not four,” he said in an interview with Mario Suarez."
"“The group of players is decided. It's possible that some players who haven't been called up before will be included,” he added."
"“We haven't given him anything. He's earned it after overcoming two very serious injuries. He's in great form. When he's not playing, he's a player who is missed,” he explained."
"De la Fuente will call up 26 players for the World Cup, with Spain set to take on Iraq and Peru in friendlies before they kick off their tournament against Cape Verde."
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