How many FC Barcelona players are in Spain's FIFA World Cup 2026 squad?
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A record number of Barca stars made it to La Roja World Cup squad.
Spain manager Luis de la Fuente has officially revealed the 26-man final squad selection for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which is just a few weeks away.
Additionally, a sizable number of FC Barcelona players will travel to North America for the major competition next month, as was anticipated.
A record number of Barca players called up to the La Roja World Cup squad
In fact, De la Fuente has called up eight Barcelona players, beginning with goalkeeper Joan Garcia, who won the Zamora Trophy in his first season with the team.
Pau Cubarsi, one of the top young defenders in Europe this season, also merits a spot in the squad. He is probably going to start for La Roja in the World Cup.
Eric Garcia, a versatile player who had a great season and can play defensive midfield, centre back, and right back, joins him.
Pedri was guaranteed a spot on the roster. Meanwhile, Gavi, who made a late push for a berth with impressive performances after recovering from a long-term injury in March, is included in the midfield department.
Dani Olmo is also given the go-ahead and is anticipated to be crucial to Spain’s North American campaign. However, Fermin Lopez, another attacking midfielder, is sidelined due to injury.
Ferran Torres is an obvious choice for the attack since he is a reliable member of De la Fuente’s team. Teenage sensation Lamine Yamal, who is presently recuperating from a hamstring injury and is anticipated to be fit only in time for Euro 2024 winners’ third group match, joins him.
List of all eight Barcelona players called up to La Roja’s World Cup squad
Lamine Yamal
Pedri
Gavi
Ferran Torres
Dani Olmo
Pau Cubarsi
Eric Garcia
Joan Garcia
How many FC Barcelona players were called up for the Spain World Cup squad?
Eight.
Is Lamine Yamal called up?
Yes.
Which crucial Barcelona player missed out?
Fermin Lopez.
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After earning a bachelor's degree in mass media, Rajarshi began his career as a sports writer in 2019, driven by his passion for sports journalism. He has been working in the field for over six years. A devoted fan of Lionel Messi and Barcelona, Rajarshi has been involved in sports since childhood. Before turning his focus to journalism, he even represented his college at the state level. Along with covering football, he enjoys playing the game, watching movies, and experimenting with new recipes in his spare time, as cooking is one of his favorite hobbies.