Figo: Lamine Yamal enough to lead Spain's World Cup campaign

Former Portugal international Luis Figo has backed Lamine Yamal to lead Spain's attack in the 2026 World Cup, stating the young winger is 'sufficient' to spark the team's creativity despite fitness concerns. Source: El Confidencial, Infobae

Figo, speaking as an ambassador for Betfair, acknowledged that Spain faces physical fatigue and injury issues common in a month-long tournament, but he argued the squad has ample solutions. 'Lamine is enough to lead the overflow of Spain. He is a player who makes the difference, and I would tell you he is not the only one,' Figo said. Source: Infobae

The 2000 Ballon d'Or winner highlighted other key players such as Oyarzabal and Dani Olmo as capable of resolving matches. He also noted that Spain has improved during the tournament and possesses 'a great team with players from the best clubs.' Source: El Confidencial

Although Figo praised Spain, he named France as his overall favorite due to their squad depth, with Argentina, Germany, England, and Brazil also among the contenders. Source: Infobae