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Spain's Yamal and Porro Train Separately Ahead of World Cup Final Amid Injury Concerns
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2026-07-17 17:04   Sports   10

Spain's Yamal and Porro Train Separately Ahead of World Cup Final Amid Injury Concerns

Spain's Lamine Yamal and Pedro Porro trained separately from the rest of the squad ahead of the FIFA World Cup final against Argentina, as reported by Reuters.The duo, who are key players for Spain, were observed resting on the pitch during training sessions in New Jersey.

The Spanish football federation confirmed both players are expected to be available for the final, with their separate training sessions serving as a precautionary measure to manage workload and prevent injuries.Coach Luis de la Fuente mentioned that Porro had a minor hamstring strain, though it's not considered serious.Yamal, who had a physical duel with France's Lucas Digne and Theo Hernandez in the semifinal, is nursing minor aches and bruises.The team is focusing on ensuring all players, including Yamal and Porro, are fresh for the final.The squad also trained briefly in media sessions, remaining relaxed despite the hot weather.Spain has three days to adapt to the local conditions before their second outdoor match of the tournament.The article highlights the team's meticulous preparation and the cautious approach to player management in high-stakes matches.

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