Spain's national football coach, Luis de la Fuente, has announced the World Cup squad, notably excluding any Real Madrid players for the first time in history while Barcelona players dominate. De la Fuente stressed that Spain’s badge outranks any club crest, emphasizing national unity over club loyalty. This decision has sparked significant debate and criticism, with Lamine Yamal sharing Pablo Gavi’s emotional reaction to his call-up for the 2026 FIFA World Cup squad.