New Delhi, May 25 -- For the first time ever in history, the Spain football team at the FIFA World Cup will have no representation from Real Madrid as head coach Luis de la Fuente announced his 26-member side for the games biggest spectacle starting next month in Canada, Mexico and the United States.

Real Madrid centre-back Dean Huijsen was the biggest surprise omission from the Spain squad, who was once considered to be a potential starter for De la Fuente. It is believed Huijsen's inconsistent season with the La Liga giants saw him lose his spot to Barcelona defender Eric Garcia.

Meanwhile, veteran Dani Carvajal's struggles through an injury-hit campaign with Real Madrid might be the reason for his exclusion. However, Barcelona's Lami...