Lamine Yamal is focused on reaching full fitness for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the United States, Mexico, and Canada. He missed Barcelona’s final month of competition due to a left-leg hamstring injury. After several weeks of gym-based recovery, he has advanced further in rehabilitation and returned to training on the grass at Barcelona’s Ciutat Esportiva Joan Gamper, working with the ball. He is reported to be feeling positive physically, and Barcelona’s medical staff are satisfied with his progress. Although he could not join the late stages of the La Liga season, he is expected to be available for his first World Cup, with Spain targeting readiness for the opener against Cape Verde on 15 June or, if needed, the match versus Saudi Arabia on 21 June.
"The Barcelona winger, who has missed the club's final month of competition because of a hamstring injury in his left leg, is continuing his recovery process in an attempt to be ready for the most prestigious competition in international football."
"After spending several weeks focused on gym-based recovery work, the Barcelona academy graduate has now progressed further in his preparation. On Wednesday, Lamine published a video on social media showing himself back on the grass and working with the ball at Barcelona's Ciutat Esportiva Joan Gamper training complex."
"The 18-year-old attacker is said to be feeling positive physically, while Barcelona's medical staff are also satisfied with the work he has carried out during rehabilitation. Although he was unable to participate in the final stages of the La Liga season, barring any further setbacks, he is now expected to be able to take part in his first World Cup."
"Following the squad announcement, La Roja manager De la Fuente explained that he hopes the winger will be in good enough physical condition for their opening match against Cape Verde on 15 June. If that is not possible, the coach stated that he expects him to be available for the second fixture against Saudi Arabia on 21 June."
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