Nico Williams suffers muscle injury after challenge in World Cup match

Nico Williams faces an uncertain future at the 2026 World Cup due to a moderate muscle injury to his right adductor. The injury occurred during a heavy challenge by Uruguay's Nicolás de la Cruz in a match in Guadalajara. Williams expressed his frustration on Instagram, stating that the incident was unnecessary and could have been avoided. While his injury does not mathematically eliminate him from the tournament, a return seems unlikely, though he remains determined to recover and return to the pitch.

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