Fermin Lopez Faces Heartbreak as Injury Rules Him Out of World Cup
Fermin Lopez has suffered a broken bone in his foot, ruling him out of the upcoming World Cup. In a heartfelt statement, Lopez expressed the emotional toll of the injury, acknowledging that life and football can be unexpectedly cruel. "It's a very tough time for me and yet another challenge in my career that I will overcome - of that you can be sure." As Lopez steps back, he emphasizes the importance of supporting his teammates from home. With seven caps for Spain, he was expected to be included in the squad to be announced on Monday for the tournament taking place in the US, Canada, and Mexico. Spain kicks off their World Cup journey against Cape Verde on 15 June, followed by matches against Saudi Arabia and Uruguay in Group H. This season, Lopez has made a significant impact, scoring 13 goals and providing 17 assists in 48 games for Barcelona, despite dealing with two groin injuries. He also contributed 28 minutes to Spain's successful Euro 2024 campaign. Lopez's absence will be felt as he continues to recover and cheer on his national team.
Source: BBC Sport - 2026-05-20