Spain Reveal Squad for Friendlies with Surprise Inclusions and Debutants

Spain has always been laden with rich talent, no matter which position you see. This makes things a bit complicated for the manager, as some deserving players miss out despite being at the top of their game. Such is the case once again, as Luis de La Fuente has announced the squad for Spain ahead of the international break.

Many international friendlies are scheduled, serving as the cornerstone of preparation ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the USA. Like other nations, Spain has named its squad, which includes at least seven representatives from FC Barcelona, showing the club's dominance in the national team.

Joan Garcia of Barcelona has been included in the squad despite an injury scare in the Round of 16 match against Tottenham Hotspur, which suggests his injury isn't too serious. This is his first international call-up, and he will surely be enjoying this one.

His colleagues like Fermin Lopez, Pau Cubarsi, Dani Olmo, Pedri, Ferran Torres, and one of the best young players currently, Lamine Yamal, have also been included in the squad. Below is the full list of players called up for the upcoming friendlies against Serbia and Egypt.

Spain National Football Team Squad

Goalkeepers: Unai Simon, David Raya, Joan Garcia, Alex Remiro.

Defenders: Dani Carvajal, Pedro Porro, Pau Cubarsí, Dean Huijsen, Aymeric Laporte, Marc Cucurella, Alejandro Grimaldo, Marcos Llorente, and Mosquera.

Midfielders: Rodri, Martin Zubimendi, Pedri, Fermín Lopez, Carlos Soler, Pablo Fornals.

Forwards: Lamine Yamal, Mikel Oyarzabal, Víctor Muñoz, Ferran Torres, Dani Olmo, Borja Iglesias, Yeremy, Barrenetxea, Alex Baena.

Players Who Missed Out On The Spain Squad

While debutants like Ander Barrenetxea of Real Sociedad, Cristhian Mosquera of Arsenal, and Víctor Muñoz of Osasuna have been handed their maiden call-ups, there have been some notable exclusions too.

Barcelona midfielder Gavi has not been included in the squad despite recovering from his long-term injury. Alejandro Balde is still nursing a hamstring injury he suffered in the Copa del Rey semifinal against Atletico Madrid, which has kept him out of the Spain squad as well.

Athletic Bilbao's Nico Williams is out with pubalgia, whereas Oscar Mingueza, who last featured in the UEFA Nations League final against Portugal, is also missing from the recently announced squad. Another Barcelona defender, Eric Garcia, has been subbed off early due to a minor discomfort against Newcastle United in the UEFA Champions League Round of 16 second leg, and has also not been included in the squad.

Overall, a good mix of young and experienced players asks for the perfect recipe to be cooked by de La Fuente. It remains to be seen how the Spain national football team manager puts them to good use and sorts out his tactics before the global gathering event in June.