Spain in World Cup final, Yamal fit as father cites epilepsy

Spain secured a place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final against Argentina after a 2‑0 semi‑final win over France. The team’s young winger Lamine Yamal, who has been a key player throughout the tournament, trained separately on Thursday as a precaution but the Spanish federation confirmed he is fit and expected to play in the final.

Yamal’s father, Mounir Nasraoui, explained he will not travel to the United States for the final because he suffers from epilepsy and worries that the emotional intensity of the matches could trigger a seizure. He chose to watch the game from home, emphasizing his health and family safety.

If Spain win, each player is set to receive roughly €750,000 from the FIFA prize pool, while the runners‑up would earn about €440,000 each.

Statistically, Yamal has been the least fouled player in the tournament, drawing only eight fouls but conceding twelve, making him one of the most aggressively challenged Spaniards on the pitch.