Spain Misses Yamal and Oyarzabal for Nations League Clash in Prague

Spain will face the Czech Republic in Prague on Thursday without Barcelona winger Lamine Yamal and Real Sociedad forward Mikel Oyarzabal. Yamal is dealing with discomfort in his right knee, while Oyarzabal is awaiting the birth of his second child.

The Royal Spanish Football Federation announced on Monday that both players will delay joining the squad at the Football City in Las Rozas, Madrid. The concentration was scheduled to begin at midday.

“The most immediate is the most important. The match against the Czech Republic is very difficult and very important for us.”

Spain is preparing for its final two group-stage matches in the Nations League, first in Prague and then at the Metropolitano Stadium in Madrid against England on November 15. Both players are expected to be available for the England match.

Coach Luis de la Fuente said the players should join the group in the coming days. He emphasized that the match against the Czech Republic is very difficult and important, urging his team to focus on the immediate game rather than England.

The Czech Republic, led by coach Santi Denia, has not earned any points in its previous four matches. The team lost 3-1 to Spain in the first leg in Oviedo but hopes to earn points to overtake Croatia and remain in League A.

Spain is seeking its fifth consecutive victory in the group. The team comes off a 43-match unbeaten run and will play for the group lead against England in Madrid next Sunday.