Eight Barcelona stars in Spain’s World Cup 2026 squad as Gavi, Joan Garcia and Eric Garcia make list
Spain's manager Luis de la Fuente has announced the squad for the World Cup 2026, featuring eight players from Barcelona. Notable inclusions are Gavi, Joan Garcia, and Eric Garcia, who have all shown impressive form. The team is set to play two friendlies before beginning their tournament against Cape Verde on June 15th in Atlanta.
- ▪Luis de la Fuente has named his squad for World Cup 2026.
- ▪Gavi, Joan Garcia, and Eric Garcia are among the eight Barcelona players selected.
- ▪Spain will play friendlies against Iraq and Peru before the tournament starts.
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