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Balde in: 4 Barca players start for Spain vs Japan

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The young left-back is set to make his first-ever senior start for La Roja today.

As it stands, Spain top the group with four points after 2 games, yet they are not guaranteed a place in the round of 16. 

To qualify for the knockout stage, La Roja need either a win or a draw. 

Luis Enrique reveals reason behind Ansu Fati playing 0 minutes at World Cup

 said: “Ansu Fati was the last player to make the list. I brought in eight forwards.

“Obviously, it was perhaps the position I had the most doubts about, but I have to say I’m delighted with what I’m seeing, but we have eight strikers who are flying.

“The eight players who are out…it’s a shame, but they have to do what they do. Be ready for the coach and from there the decision will be made.”

Spanish officials are reportedly frustrated to see Fati being ignored and want him to play more often, possibly to give 

'I still can't believe it': Balde reveals how he found out about World Cup call-up, names 2 best friends at national team

"It is a dream to be here, I still cannot believe it. I am here to make the most out of this opportunity. I couldn't have imagined being here a year, three months or even a week ago. I can't believe it," 

"How did I find out? I was in the room with 

 and they suddenly called me. [Coach] Luis de la Fuente called me to up to the meeting room. And then he told me that I was going to Qatar."

"I want to thank everyone who helped me get here. Above all, I want to thank my family who are always there for me and who help keep me grounded. I have talked with 

Balde got called for the 2022 World Cup after Jose Gaya was dropped from Spain's squad due to injury. At the time Alejandro received the message, the 

Player		G
Artem Dovbyk	Girona	18
Jude Bellingham	Real Madrid	17
Ante Budimir	Osasuna	16
Borja Borja Mayoral	Getafe	15
Alexander Sørloth	Villarreal	15

Balde in: 4 Barca players start for Spain vs Japan

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