Barcelona players react to Spain call-up for 2026 World Cup
Spain's head coach Luis de la Fuente announced the 26-man squad for the 2026 World Cup, featuring eight players from Barcelona. Eric Garcia expressed his excitement about returning to the national team after four years, while Gavi celebrated his selection as a dream come true. Both players are determined to perform well and bring pride to their country during the tournament in North America.
- ▪Luis de la Fuente announced the Spain squad for the 2026 World Cup.
- ▪Eight Barcelona players, including Eric Garcia and Gavi, were selected for the team.
- ▪Eric Garcia expressed joy at his first call-up in four years, while Gavi called it a dream come true.
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