Earns Spain Call-Up After Almost 6 Years
Earns Spain Call-Up After Almost 6 Years
- Isco joins the squad for the UEFA Nations League finals in Germany from 4 to 8 June 2025
Remarkably, this marks nearly six years since his last appearance in October 2019, when Spain beat Sweden 3-0 in EURO 2020 qualifiers.
Form at Real Betis
This season, Isco has delivered incredible numbers: 12 goals and 10 assists in 32 matches for Betis. His performances have highlighted his creativity, vision, and experience. As a result, de la Fuente could not ignore a player who has rediscovered his best form.
Betis’ midfield maestro has impressed fans and pundits alike. Hence, his return to Spain’s squad feels well-deserved and timely.
Impressive International Record
In his previous stints with La Roja, Isco amassed 12 goals in 38 appearances. Additionally, he won UEFA Euro 2012 and UEFA Euro 2020 with Spain. Consequently, his experience adds depth to a squad packed with young talent.
Notably, FC Barcelona contribute six players to the squad, including Pedri, Gavi, and Lamine Yamal. These youngsters provide flair, while Isco brings leadership.
Nations League Finals Line-Up
Spain will face France in the semi-finals on 5 June at Stuttgart. Meanwhile, hosts Germany play Portugal on 4 June in Munich.
The winners will contest the final on 8 June at the Allianz Arena, while runners-up meet for third place on the same day at MHP Arena in Stuttgart. With Isco’s inclusion, Spain now boast a balanced squad featuring seasoned professionals and promising stars.
Squad Composition Highlights
- Goalkeepers: Unai Simón (Athletic Bilbao), David Raya (Arsenal London), Álex Remiro (Real Sociedad)
- Defenders: Óscar Mingueza (Celta Vigo), Pedro Porro (Tottenham Hotspur), Dani Vivian (Athletic Bilbao), Pau Cubarsí (FC Barcelona), Robin Le Normand (Atlético Madrid), Dean Huijsen (Real Madrid), Alejandro Grimaldo (Bayer Leverkusen), Marc Cucurella (Chelsea London)
- Midfielders: Martín Zubimendi (Real Sociedad), Gavi (FC Barcelona), Fermín López (FC Barcelona), Isco Alarcón (Betis Sevilla), Mikel Merino (Arsenal London), Fabián Ruiz (Paris Saint-Germain), Pedri (FC Barcelona), Álex Baena (Villarreal)
- Forwards: Lamine Yamal (FC Barcelona), Nico Williams (Athletic Bilbao), Dani Olmo (FC Barcelona), Yeremy Pino (Villarreal), Mikel Oyarzabal (Real Sociedad), Samu Omorodion (FC Porto), Álvaro Morata (Galatasaray Istanbul)
