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Victor Munoz's World Cup debut delayed by injury setback

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 20, 2026, 11:35 AM

Last updated Jun 20, 2026

Victor Munoz's World Cup debut delayed by injury setback

Summary

Victor Munoz, Liverpool's new signing, faces complications ahead of his World Cup debut with Spain due to an injury. The 22-year-old suffered an additional muscle issue while recovering from a calf problem, jeopardizing his availability for Spain's upcoming matches against Saudi Arabia and Uruguay. Munoz, who will officially join Liverpool on July 1 after a £34.5 million transfer from Osasuna, had quickly made an impression since his debut for Spain earlier this year. His participation in the knockout stages remains uncertain, pending his rehabilitation progress in the coming days.

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•Munoz will join Liverpool on July 1 for £34.5 million.
•He may miss Spain's next two World Cup matches.
•Munoz suffered a muscle injury during rehabilitation.
•He made his international debut in March, scoring against Serbia.
•His status for the knockout rounds is pending recovery.

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Liverpool winger Victor Munoz may have to wait a bit longer to make his FIFA World Cup debut with Spain after suffering an injury setback. The 22-year-old will join the Reds on 1st July after the Mer...
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