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Spain Coach Slams Barcelona for Yamal's Medical Silence

11/13/2025

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Spain coach Luis de la Fuente criticized Barcelona for not informing the Spain national team about Lamine Yamal's medical procedure.
Yamal underwent a groin treatment requiring seven to ten days of rest, leading to his release from the Spain squad for World Cup qualifiers.
The Spanish football federation expressed surprise and dissatisfaction over Barcelona's communication.
Barcelona president Joan Laporta said they informed the federation when they learned about the treatment.

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Spain coach Luis de la Fuente criticized Barcelona for not informing the Spain national team about Lamine Yamal's medical procedure.
Yamal underwent a groin treatment requiring seven to ten days of rest, leading to his release from the Spain squad for World Cup qualifiers.
The Spanish football federation expressed surprise and dissatisfaction over Barcelona's communication.
Barcelona president Joan Laporta said they informed the federation when they learned about the treatment.