Last weekend, Spain and Argentina’s plans for La Finalissima were thwarted, with the cancellation of the event due to the inability of all parties to agree on a new venue, as Qatar was no longer a viable option amid ongoing tensions in the Middle East.
Spain will now face Serbia in a friendly match next weekend and will host Egypt three days later in their final game before the busy summer, which is highlighted by the 2026 World Cup. However, there are concerns that the match against Egypt might not take place.
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According to Diario AS, the friendly match between Spain and Egypt is uncertain, as the Egyptian Football Federation has not yet secured the necessary visas for their delegation to travel to Spain.
Hany Abo Rida, the president of the Egyptian Football Federation, is actively working with the relevant authorities to resolve the issue. However, if it becomes apparent that the situation cannot be resolved, Spain may only play one match during the upcoming international break, which would be far from ideal for players hoping to secure a spot in Luis de la Fuente’s World Cup squad.
Clubs May Welcome Postponement of Egypt Match
Meanwhile, clubs such as Barcelona and Real Madrid, along with others whose players are expected to participate in the international break, would likely welcome a postponement of the match against Egypt, particularly since it’s scheduled just days before club football resumes. This would provide additional rest for La Roja stars, although it’s still possible the RFEF might find a solution if Egypt cannot fulfill the fixture.