Mikel Oyarzabal at risk of missing World Cup 2026 opener
Spain forward Mikel Oyarzabal sustained an ankle injury during a friendly against Peru and is in doubt for the start of the World Cup.
Spain striker Mikel Oyarzabal is at risk of missing the opening matches of the 2026 World Cup. According to Marca, the 29-year-old sustained an ankle injury during a friendly against Peru, which Spain won 3-1.
The injury occurred when Oyarzabal landed awkwardly after an aerial challenge. The player is set to undergo further medical examinations in the coming days to determine the severity of the injury and his recovery timeline.
This development casts doubt on his availability for Spain's first game of the tournament against Cape Verde, scheduled for June 15. The team is also set to face Saudi Arabia and Uruguay in the group stages.