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Luis de la Fuente Names Strong Spain Squad for World Cup

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5 months ago

May 25, 2026

Spain World Cup squad announced by Luis de la Fuente with Barcelona stars included ahead of friendlies against Iraq and Peru

Spain head coach Luis de la Fuente has announced his 26-man squad for the upcoming FIFA World Cup, unveiling a strong and youthful selection featuring several key Barcelona players.

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World Cup for Spain squad includes eight players from Barcelona, with rising star Lamine Yamal among the headline inclusions, alongside Gavi and Pedri, as Spain prepares for the global tournament.

De la Fuente’s list features a balanced mix of experience and emerging talent across all departments, as Spain looks to mount a serious challenge at the competition.

In goal, Unai Simón, David Raya and Joan García were selected, while the defensive unit includes Marc Cucurella, Alejandro Grimaldo, Pau Cubarsí, Aymeric Laporte, Marc Pubill, Eric García, Marcos Llorente and Pedro Porro.

The midfield is anchored by Pedri, Rodri and Martín Zubimendi, with additional support from Fabián Ruiz, Gavi, Álex Baena and Mikel Merino, offering both creativity and control in the centre of the pitch.

Up front, Spain will rely on attacking options including Mikel Oyarzabal, Dani Olmo, Nico Williams, Yeremy Pino, Ferran Torres, Borja Iglesias, Víctor Muñoz and Lamine Yamal.

The squad will fine-tune preparations with friendly matches against Iraq and Peru before the tournament kicks off.

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Spain have been drawn in Group H, where they will face Cape Verde, Saudi Arabia and Uruguay in what is expected to be a competitive group stage.

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Sanwo-Olu Surprises Wife Ibijoke With Flowers at Women’s Conference

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15 hours ago

October 27, 2026

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Sanwo-Olu surprises wife Ibijoke with flowers and shares a kiss at COWLSO’s 26th Annual National Women’s Conference in Lagos

Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu surprised his wife, Dr Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, with flowers before sharing a kiss with her at the opening ceremony of the 26th Annual National Women’s Conference in Lagos on Tuesday.

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The event was organised by the Committee of Wives of Lagos State Officials (COWLSO) under the theme, “Anchored in Purpose: Be the Blueprint.”

Sanwo-Olu presented the flowers to his wife during his speech at the conference, which brings together women and leaders for discussions and activities focused on women’s empowerment and leadership.

“On behalf of COWLSO and everything that is decent, we want to appreciate you, we want to honour you,” the governor said.

The couple subsequently shared a kiss as Nigerian singer 2Baba’s song, “African Queen”, played at the event.

The conference aims to inspire women, empower leaders and promote a purposeful future through discussions and activities centred on women’s development.