BARCELONA, March 31, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - Spain coach Luis de la Fuente is enjoying the pressure of being one of the favourites to win the World Cup, he said on the eve of Tuesday's friendly with Egypt in Barcelona. He also praised local star Lamine Yamal while refusing to say if he would start Tuesday's game against the Africans, who also feature at the World Cup. We accept that challenge," De la Fuente said of the pressure of being favourites. He draws attention, he has magic," De la Fuente said. De la Fuente also mentioned some missing stars, with Nico Williams, Fabian Ruiz, and Mikel Merino - key members of their Euro 2024 championship winning team - all out injured.

Source: Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha March 31, 2026 09:10 UTC