Barcelona prodigy Lamine Yamal told Spanish television he feels fit and is prepared for Sunday’s group match against Saudi Arabia, but cautioned it isn’t the time for a full 90‑minute outing. After missing weeks with a hamstring strain, he returned in the 71st minute of the opening 0‑0 draw with Cape Verde, eager to contribute however many minutes the coach assigns.

The Cape Verde stalemate left Spain with an expected xG of 2.29 and 27 attempts, yet goalkeeper Vozinha’s seven saves kept the score level. Coach Luis de la Fuente praised Yamal’s brief cameo, saying the youngster altered the opposition’s shape in the 30 minutes he played. De la Fuente believes a fuller performance next game will lift the side.

Teammate Pau Cubarsi backed the squad, noting its depth can compensate if Yamal remains a substitute. He called the group “spectacular” and stressed the need to treat the Saudi fixture in Group B like a final, with all players giving their all. A win is essential; Spain must secure three points to avoid early pressure in the tournament and keep their unbeaten run.