Archive · 12 Nov 2025
Spain Federation Surprised by Undisclosed Groin Procedure for Lamine Yamal
A young soccer player named Lamine Yamal, who is only 18 and plays for Barcelona, was supposed to play for the Spanish national team.
He had a minor operation on his groin because it was hurting.
The Spanish football federation said they were surprised and concerned because they didn't know about the operation beforehand and only found out late at night.
Because he needs about a week to recover and because they weren't told in advance, the federation decided it was best for Lamine to go back to his club.
The national team coach also said he was surprised by the situation.
This means Lamine will miss important World Cup qualifying games for Spain.
Lamine Yamal, an 18-year-old Barcelona winger, has been released from the Spanish squad for World Cup qualifiers.
The decision follows Yamal undergoing a radiofrequency operation on Monday for a groin injury.
The Spanish Football Association (RFEF) stated they were not notified of the medical procedure beforehand.
The RFEF expressed surprise and concern over the lack of communication regarding Yamal's medical treatment.
Spain manager Luis de la Fuente described the situation as unusual and surprising.
- Who
- Lamine Yamal, an 18-year-old Barcelona winger
- What
- Released from the Spanish national team squad for World Cup qualifiers after undergoing a medical procedure.
- When
- Monday (procedure); Tuesday (released from squad)
- Where
- Spain
- Why
- The Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) was not given prior notification of the procedure, and the player requires 7-10 days of rest.
Spanish Football Federation (RFEF)
Spain Manager Luis de la Fuente
Notification of Player's Medical Procedure
Spanish Football Federation (RFEF)
The RFEF stated that they were not notified of Lamine Yamal's medical procedure beforehand and only learned of the details late on Monday night.
Spain Manager Luis de la Fuente
Luis de la Fuente expressed surprise, stating he had never experienced a similar situation and found it unusual to be unaware of a player's health issue until after it occurred.
- Player
- Lamine Yamal
- Age
- 18
- Club
- Barcelona
- Procedure Date
- Monday
- Procedure Type
- Radiofrequency operation for groin discomfort
- Recommended Rest
- 7-10 days
- Team Affected
- Spanish national team
