The Spain national team is facing serious problems ahead of the World Cup. Athletic Bilbao winger Nico Williams was forced to leave the pitch early due to a muscle injury during the La Liga match against Valencia. This is reported by Goal.com reports .
The player, who felt discomfort in the 36th minute of the match, left the field limping. As Williams walked to the sidelines, he kept repeating "this can't be happening," which suggests the injury is serious. He was replaced by his brother, Inaki Williams.
This situation has become a major headache for Spain head coach Luis de la Fuente. Previously, Barcelona star Lamine Yamal also suffered an injury before the end of the season. The loss of these two young wingers, who are key pillars of Spain's attack, may require a radical change in the team's tactics.
Nico Williams has made 32 appearances for Athletic this season, scoring 6 goals and providing 7 assists. However, persistent thigh pain has hindered the player's ability to perform consistently.
The Athletic medical staff is expected to provide an official update on the player's condition on Monday. The Spain national team will begin their campaign with a friendly match against Peru on June 9, followed by their World Cup group stage opener against Cape Verde on June 15.
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