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Espi's 5-Goal Haul Earns Spain Call-Up
3 Oct
Summary
- Carlos Espi called up to Spain senior squad after five goals.
- Ferran Torres withdrew due to an ankle injury.
- Espi recently scored five goals for Spain U21s.
Luis de la Fuente, the manager of Spain, has included Carlos Espi in the senior national squad. Espi, a promising young forward, steps in for Ferran Torres, who was forced to withdraw because of an ankle injury. Torres, who plays for Paris Saint-Germain, experienced discomfort in his left ankle, leading to his removal from the national team camp for recovery.
Espi's inclusion follows a remarkable performance for the Spain U21 team. He scored five goals and assisted two in a dominant 13-0 victory against San Marino in a UEFA U21 European Championship qualifier. This achievement marked him as the first Spain U21 player to score five goals in a single match. His call-up to the senior squad was anticipated by many following this display of talent.
Carlos Espi made a transfer to Real Madrid in the summer of 2026 after impressing at Levante. Despite often being used as an impact substitute, he has scored crucial, match-winning goals since joining the club. The national team's updated squad for the Nations League 2026 fixtures against the Czech Republic and Croatia now includes Espi.
