Lamine Yamal, Oyarzabal to miss Spain’s Nations League clash against Czech Republic

Spain forwards Lamine Yamal and Mikel Oyarzabal will miss Thursday’s Nations League match against the Czech Republic, the Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) said on Monday.

Yamal experienced pain in his right knee following Barcelona’s victory over Atletico Madrid and will remain in Barcelona to continue his recovery.

The 19-year-old forward is expected to be available for Spain’s subsequent encounter against England on Sunday.

Meanwhile, Oyarzabal is recovering from flu at his home in San Sebastian and has also been ruled out of Thursday’s fixture.

Both players are expected to return for the England match, according to the RFEF.

Liverpool forward Victor Munoz and Rayo Vallecano’s Jorge de Frutos have been called up as replacements.

Spain currently lead their Nations League group with 12 points, with two matches remaining in the group stage.