Lamine Yamal Starts Again as Luis de la Fuente Revamps Spain Squad

Lamine Yamal Starts Again as Luis de la Fuente Revamps Spain Squad

Filmogaz.com reports Spain manager Luis de la Fuente has handed Lamine Yamal another start for Tuesday night’s friendly against Egypt. Yamal is the only player to start both fixtures during the international break.

Squad overhaul

De la Fuente made 10 changes to his side for the match. The alterations form part of a wider revamp of the Spain squad.

Starting XI

  • Goalkeeper: David Raya
  • Defenders: Pedro Porro, Cristhian Mosquera, Dean Huijsen, Alex Grimaldo
  • Midfield: Carlos Soler, Pablo Fornals, Dani Olmo
  • Forwards: Lamine Yamal, Ferran Torres, Ander Barrenetxea

Manager’s thinking

De la Fuente said he wants to freshen the team while still seeking victory. He warned against overworking his players during the break.

He also acknowledged outside interest in selection choices. The coach said he must balance those views with the squad’s needs. He insisted he will pick players who can help Spain win.

Lamine Yamal starts again amid Luis de la Fuente’s revamp of the Spain squad. The manager’s approach mixes youth and experience for the friendly tie.