Spain drop Huijsen with “muscle pain” ahead of Turkey clash | OneFootball

The Spanish national football team announced this Sunday the withdrawal of defender Dean Huijsen, a Real Madrid player, from its squad. He will miss the match against Turkey on Tuesday, in which La Roja aims to secure its spot in the 2026 World Cup.

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“Dean Huijsen has been withdrawn from the squad for the final qualifying match for the 2026 World Cup, which will see Spain face Turkey, due to muscle pain that had already prevented him from playing against Georgia and about which his club was informed at all times,” announced the Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) in a brief statement.

Another absence: Lamine Yamal

This absence adds to that of FC Barcelona forward Lamine Yamal, who was withdrawn from the squad on Tuesday after undergoing “an invasive radiofrequency procedure to treat his pubic pain,” according to the RFEF.

Spain close to confirming spot in 2026 World Cup

Spain, which leads Group E with 15 points, hosts Turkey on Tuesday and, thanks to its goal difference (+19 versus +4), even a defeat would be enough for La Roja to confirm its place in the 2026 World Cup, as long as it is not by a landslide.

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