Isco makes Spain squad return for Nations League final four
Isco makes Spain squad return for Nations League final four
Spain coach Luis de la Fuente called up Real Betis midfielder Isco on Monday for the Nations League final four, six years after his last appearance for La Roja.
The 33-year-old has enjoyed a superb season with Betis, helping them reach the Conference League final where it will face Chelsea on Wednesday.
Euro 2024 winner Spain face France in the semifinal in Stuttgart on June 5 before a potential final against Germany or Portugal.
Real Madrid’s new defensive signing from Bournemouth, Dean Huijsen, who impressed in the quarterfinal win over the Netherlands, returns to the squad, while Barcelona midfielders Gavi and Fermin Lopez also make the cut.
Teenage winger Lamine Yamal and playmaker Pedri are the key figures, along with Athletic Bilbao attacker Nico Williams.
Manchester City holding midfielder Rodri was not included despite his recent return to fitness, with Real Sociedad’s Martin Zubimendi set to start at the base of midfield.
Published on May 26, 2025
