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Nico Williams Sustains Muscle Injury Ahead of 2026 World Cup
Donny Setiawan Published May 11, 2026 - 02:45 Last Update May 11, 2026 - 02:45 Williams has suffered an injury blow just weeks before Spain's World Cup opener. Credit: Getty Smallest Font Largest Font Athletic Bilbao winger Nico Williams faces a race against time for the 2026 World Cup after suffering an apparent muscular injury during a La Liga match against Valencia on Sunday, May 10. The 23-year-old was forced to withdraw in the 36th minute at San Mames stadium.The injury occurred just 32 days before Spain is set to begin its international campaign in North America. Williams appeared visibly distressed as he exited the pitch, accompanied by the Athletic Bilbao medical staff while clutching his leg. "It can't be," said Williams, according to Talksport. The winger was replaced by his brother, Inaki Williams, in a contest that ultimately ended in a 1-0 victory for Valencia following a goal by Umar Sadiq. This setback follows a season where Williams has already struggled with groin issues and pubalgia. Spain's national team manager Luis de la Fuente faces growing availability concerns as other key players remain sidelined. Barcelona's Lamine Yamal is currently recovering from a hamstring injury, while Arsenal midfielder Mikel Merino is also a doubt after sustaining a foot fracture earlier this year.Williams has been a vital component of the Spanish side, earning 30 caps and scoring six goals since his debut in 2022. His international resume includes four appearances at the previous World Cup and a goal in the Euro 2024 final against England. Spain is scheduled to compete in Group H of the upcoming tournament. Their schedule includes group stage fixtures against Cape Verde, Saudi Arabia, and Uruguay, following preliminary warm-up matches against Iraq and Peru. Editors Team 0 Like 0 Dislike 0 Funny 0 Angry 0 Sad 0 Wow
Concerns over Nico Williams' injury with Athletic Bilbao ahead of ...
MADRID (AP) — Spain forward Nico Williams had to be substituted before halftime in Athletic Bilbao’s 1-0 loss to Valencia at home on Sunday, prompting concerns ahead of the World Cup. Williams appeared to suffer a hamstring injury and was replaced by brother Iñaki Williams in the 37th minute at San Mamés stadium. Nico Williams had already been sidelined for several weeks earlier this year because of another injury. Athletic did not immediately release details about Sunday’s issue. “He was limping a lot. He hadn't felt that type of pain before,” Iñaki Williams said. “It's concerning considering the moment we are right now. Let's wait and hope for the best possible scenario." The 23-year-old Nico Williams has been a regular in Spain’s squad, playing in attack along with Barcelona’s Lamine Yamal, who is also injured. Spain coach Luis de La Fuente is set to announce a 55-name pre-list for the World Cup on Monday. AP soccer: https://apnews.com/hub/soccer FILE -Spain's Nico Williams eyes the ball prior the start of the Nations League final soccer match between Portugal and Spain at the Allianz Arena in Munich, Germany, June 8, 2025. (AP Photo/Matthias Schrader, File) LONDON (AP) — The Beatles are headed back to one of the band's most famous sites with a new fan experience in London. Apple Corps Ltd, the company founded by the Fab Four, announced Monday that it will open a new seven-floor fan experience at the company's early headquarters. The building is the place where the band's “Let It Be” album was recorded and its rooftop was the site of the Beatles' last public performance on Jan. 30, 1969. The attraction at 3 Saville Road in central London will allow fans access to the rooftop, studios and extensive Beatles archives. “It was such a trip to get back to 3 Savile Row recently and have a look around. There are so many special memories within the walls, not to mention the rooftop. The team have put together some really impressive plans and I’m excited for people to see it when it’s ready,” Paul McCartney said in a statement announcing the attraction. “Wow, it's like coming home,” Ringo Starr said in a statement. An opening date for the attraction has not yet been announced. Interest in the Beatles remains high, with four biopics in production. Peter Jackson's 2021 documentary series, “The Beatles: Get Back,” relied heavily on footage filmed during the “Let It Be” recording sessions and of the farewell rooftop performance. In 2023, artificial in...
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