Spanish women’s football has a new round of call-ups as coach Jorge Vilda unveiled a fresh guest list on Friday. The update reflects ongoing cooperation with key teams in Europe and Asia, including recent discussions with Norway and China. The forthcoming gathering aims to prepare players for the decisive phase ahead of the July World Cup, which will see teams from around the globe compete for the title. A notable development in the roster is Irene Paredes, the team captain who continues to support the collective stance even though she did not sign the public statement. The leadership within the squad remains focused on unity and preparation for the challenges ahead, with players stepping forward to contribute to the group’s goals (Attribution: Spanish Football Federation communications).
The rest of the squad list includes Misa, Enith Salon, Elena Lete, Ivana Andrés, María Méndez, Sheila García, Olga Carmona, Paula Tomás, Laia Codina, Jana Fernández, Mate Oroz, Irene Guerrero, Teresa Abelleira, Claudia Bennimoza, Fiam, Alba Redondo, Athenea del Castillo, Salma Paralluelo, Esther González, Ascensión Martínez and Eva Navarro. The compilation underscores the mix of emerging talents and experienced internationals seeking to cement their places in the team for the upcoming fixtures (Attribution: official squad release).
The initial conflict within the Spanish setup traces back to September 22, when a group of 15 players sent multiple emails to the RFEF expressing concern about the leadership and calling for assurances regarding the players’ health and emotional well-being before representing Spain. The aim was to secure guarantees that would ensure the squad could compete with full confidence, shaping a critical moment for the team’s dynamics and governance in the national program (Attribution: federation statement).
Two more matches are scheduled for the calendar period. The team will play at Palladium Can Misses Stadium in Ibiza, with a clash against Norway, currently ranked 12th in FIFA, set for Thursday, April 6 at 18:00. The program then continues with a match against China, ranked 13th in the world, on April 11. These fixtures are framed as important tests that will help refine tactics, fitness, and cohesion ahead of the summer schedule, giving coaches and players a chance to evaluate form under competitive conditions (Attribution: federation fixtures notice).