Yamal and Williams on track as Spain play final World Cup warm-up

Final rehearsal in Puebla

Spain face Peru in Puebla on Monday in the last friendly before the World Cup kicks off (1) (7). This is the final chance to see what shape the team is in after the 1–1 draw with Iraq last Thursday, where Ferran Torres got the goal (2) (3). All eyes are on the starting XI and any clues about how Luis de la Fuente plans to set up when the real business starts.

Yamal and Williams on track for Cape Verde

De la Fuente says Lamine Yamal and Nico Williams should both be ready for the World Cup opener against Cape Verde on June 15 (2). "If there are no setbacks in the coming days, we expect them to be available on the 15th. I think all three will be in a position to play," the coach said, also referencing Victor Munoz (2). No risks are being taken in the Peru friendly, but the signs are positive.

Squad downplays Gavi-Rodri training flashpoint

Yeremy Pino has defended Gavi after a training tackle on Rodri Hernandez raised eyebrows (2) (6). "He brings kicks, but also grit and camaraderie. Gavi is soul. He is always happy, itching with his teammates. He always gives his all and I would always want him in my team," Pino said (2). De la Fuente has also brushed off the incident as nothing more than competitive intensity (6).

Putellas set for WSL move

Alexia Putellas has agreed personal terms with London City Lionesses in a landmark deal for the Women's Super League (4). The Barcelona icon's move is a seismic moment for Spanish football, even with the World Cup dominating headlines.

Cucurella decision after the World Cup

Marc Cucurella's future will be decided once Spain's tournament is over, with Atlético and Barcelona both interested and the price tag sitting around €40 million (8).