Spain coach Luis de la Fuente explains World Cup squad omissions

Spain’s national team manager Luis de la Fuente said he personally contacted several players to explain why they were left out of the final World Cup roster. Goalkeepers Alex Remiro, defender Dean Huijsen, veteran Dani Carvajal and midfielder Pablo Fornals were among those omitted for tactical reasons. De la Fuente emphasized the calls were meant to keep relationships positive and avoid misunderstandings after the selection.