Overview
- Spain's head coach signaled Yamal may be used as a 20-minute impact substitute, with team doctors tracking his fitness day by day.
- Barcelona ruled the 18-year-old out for the rest of the club season with a left hamstring injury and said they expect him to be ready for the World Cup.
- Barcelona and Spain's federation held coordination meetings and agreed on a conservative, shared recovery plan that avoids rushing his return.
- Reports outline a roadmap that lists a May 30 squad call-up, no action in the June 4 and 8 friendlies, no opener on June 15, a short run on June 21, and a larger role by June 27.
- Medical staff warn hamstring injuries relapse often, so the plan prioritizes his long-term health and aims for full-match readiness by the knockouts.