Spain Unveils 26-Man Squad for FIFA World Cup 2026

Spain has officially announced its 26-man squad for the FIFA World Cup 2026, set to take place in the US, Canada, and Mexico. The roster includes rising star Lamine Yamal but notably lacks any Real Madrid players. With a strong performance in the 2024 European Championship and a gold medal at the Paris Olympics, Spain is poised to make a significant impact. The team will kick off its campaign against Cape Verde on June 15, followed by matches against Saudi Arabia and Uruguay. Manager De la Fuente has expressed confidence in the fitness of key players, setting high expectations for the tournament.

By Narendra Chaudhary May 26, 2026, 07:33 IST

Spain's Squad Announcement for FIFA World Cup 2026

Spain has revealed its 26-player roster for the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026, which will take place across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Notably, the squad includes Lamine Yamal but does not feature any players from Real Madrid, as defenders Dean Huijsen and Dani Carvajal were left out. The team's first match is set against Cape Verde on June 15, followed by games against Saudi Arabia and Uruguay on June 21 and June 17, respectively.

Having clinched their first FIFA World Cup title in 2010, Spain has struggled to replicate that success in subsequent tournaments, managing only one victory in each of the last three editions. However, the team appears to be in strong form leading into the World Cup, having won all their matches at the 2024 European Championship and securing a gold medal at the Paris Olympics. Spain aims to become the first nation to simultaneously hold the Olympic gold, World Cup, and continental titles.

Manager De la Fuente addressed concerns regarding the fitness of players Lamine Yamal, Nico Williams, and Mikel Merino, expressing confidence that they will be ready for Spain's opening match in Atlanta. The squad includes goalkeepers Unai Simón from Athletic Club, David Raya from Arsenal, and Joan García from Barcelona, while Real Sociedad's Álex Remiro was not selected. Defenders in the lineup are Marc Cucurella, Alejandro Grimaldo, Pau Cubarsí, Aymeric Laporte, Marc Pubill, Eric García, Marcos Llorente, and Pedro Porro. In midfield, the chosen players are Pedri, Fabián Ruiz, Martín Zubimendi, Gavi, Rodri, Álex Baena, and Merino. The forward lineup consists of Mikel Oyarzabal, Dani Olmo, Williams, Yeremy Pino, Ferran Torres, Borja Iglesias, Víctor Muñoz, and Yamal.

FIFA World Cup 2026 – Spain’s Complete Squad

Goalkeepers: Unai Simón (Athletic Bilbao), David Raya (Arsenal), Joan Garcia (Barcelona) Defenders: Marc Cucurella (Chelsea), Alejandro Grimaldo (Bayer Leverkusen), Pau Cubarsí (Barcelona), Aymeric Laporte (Athletic Bilbao), Marc Pubill (Atlético Madrid), Eric García (Barcelona), Marcos Llorente (Atlético Madrid), Pedro Porro (Tottenham Hotspur) Midfielders: Pedri (Barcelona), Fabián Ruiz (PSG), Martín Zubimendi (Arsenal), Gavi (Barcelona), Rodri (Manchester City), Álex Baena (Atlético Madrid), Mikel Merino (Arsenal) Forwards: Mikel Oyarzabal (Real Sociedad), Dani Olmo (Barcelona), Nico Williams (Athletic Bilbao), Yéremy Pino (Crystal Palace), Ferran Torres (Barcelona), Borja Iglesias (Celta de Vigo), Víctor Muñoz (Osasuna), Lamine Yamal (Barcelona)