The number Raúl Asencio has chosen for his debut with Spain!

Raúl Asencio will make his debut for the Spanish national team this Sunday. Just hours before the clash against the Netherlands in the second leg of the UEFA Nations League quarter-finals, the defender’s squad number has been revealed.

This will undoubtedly be one of the biggest attractions of the night in Spain. Called up for the first time to the national team, the young Real Madrid defender is set to play his first minutes this Sunday. Left out by Luis de la Fuente for the first leg against the Dutch in Rotterdam, the 22-year-old rock now benefits from Pau Cubarsí’s injury to reclaim a spot in the 23-man squad. As we await the much-anticipated match, the Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) has officially unveiled the squad numbers for La Roja’s players.

Sergio Ramos’ iconic No. 4 for Asencio

Like his idol, the young Madrid prodigy will have the privilege of wearing the legendary No. 4 shirt. It’s his favourite number, as it was worn by his idol, Sergio Ramos, at Real Madrid, even though Ramos sported the No. 15 for the national team. Excited to kick off his international career, Raúl Asencio gets to wear a number he holds dear. While it remains uncertain whether he will start or come off the bench, the Málaga-born player is expected to get minutes to officially become a Spain international.

After the controversy surrounding his omission three days ago, Asencio is unlikely to face another unpleasant surprise from Luis de la Fuente, who is as unpredictable as Carlo Ancelotti when it comes to squad selections. For this crucial and decisive match in the UEFA Nations League semi-final race, La Roja cannot afford any missteps. After securing a 2-2 draw in the dying minutes of the first leg in the Netherlands, De la Fuente’s men must now step up to book their place in the next round.

With an explosive attacking line featuring rising stars like Lamine Yamal and Nico Williams, ensuring a solid defensive setup is key. And with Raúl Asencio, who has bolstered Real Madrid’s defence and now ranks ahead of David Alaba in the club’s pecking order, the Spanish manager must make the right call. All eyes are now on Asencio, who is set to wear the iconic No. 4 for his long-awaited debut with La Roja.