The Spanish national team stumbles in their first rehearsal for the World Cup

The national team played a disappointing preparatory match that raises doubts about their performance. What conclusions can be drawn from this performance?

Alvaro Cifuentes | Fri, 06/05/2026 - 00:37
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The Spanish national team wobbles in its first test for the World Cup.
The Spanish national team wobbles in its first test for the World Cup.

The national team played a disappointing preparatory match that raises doubts about its performance. What conclusions can be drawn from this performance?

Unai Simón emerges as a starter

The starting goalkeeper for the national team appears to be Unai Simón, despite the criticisms. Joan García, sought after by the press, will have to wait for his opportunity. In a lackluster match, the team showed deficiencies in its play, especially on the wings. Lamine Yamal, Nico Williams, and Oyarzabal stood out, but Ferrán could have more scoring ability at this time.

A test with highlights and shadows

The game, far from being convincing, left more doubts than certainties. Riazor showed its support, although the team did not respond as expected. Despite approaching victory, the team did not shine, and its performance was far from the previous matches that led them to the World Cup. What corrections should the team make heading into the next match against Peru?

This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, La selección española se tambalea en su primer ensayo para el Mundial