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15 Spain Women players refuse to be called up

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On Thursday 22 September 2022, the Spanish Football Federation received identical emails from 15 players requesting not to be called up to the national team. The players had previously asked for the departure of head coach Jorge Vilda. The Spanish Football Federation replied with a statement condemning the request.

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