Nico Williams' participation in the 2026 World Cup at risk: player's injury worsens

Athletic Bilbao and Spain national team winger Nico Williams has encountered serious complications during his recovery from pubalgia (chronic groin injury).

Details: According to Marca, Williams' condition has not only failed to improve but continues to deteriorate. This puts his participation in the decisive part of the season in jeopardy and raises significant concerns within the national team’s coaching staff.

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With the World Cup fast approaching, the player's medical team and inner circle are seriously considering surgery. Surgical intervention might be the only way to fully resolve the issue and free the winger from the persistent pain that’s preventing him from performing at his usual level.

Now, Nico faces a tough decision: continue with conservative treatment at the risk of a relapse or go under the knife in hopes of recovering in time for the start of the Mundial.

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