Luis Milla’s Remarkable Season Sparks Selection Hopes for Spain

Last Friday, Luis de la Fuente revealed the roster for the Spanish national team ahead of their upcoming matches against Georgia and Turkey, which could solidify La Roja’s place in the 2026 World Cup.

Among the players highlighted in the announcement was Luis Milla, who has been having an outstanding season. Milla, the midfield maestro for Getafe, is currently the top assist provider in the major European leagues, having registered six assists in the initial weeks of the competition—a feat unmatched in LaLiga, Premier League, Bundesliga, Serie A, or Ligue 1.

The anticipation surrounding Milla’s potential inclusion in the national squad was palpable in southern Madrid, with many considering his selection to be a “realistic” possibility. Upon learning that Milla would not be called up, Getafe’s social media account shared a supportive message: “Keep playing, as we enjoy watching you,” along with a photo of Milla clad in the club’s second kit, which is red, subtly referencing his absence from the national selection.