Politis

Concerns for Nico Williams Ahead of World Cup

Published January 27, 2026, 15:24
Concerns for Nico Williams Ahead of World Cup

Nico Williams is facing a worrying issue with abdominal/groin syndrome, which may require surgery. The player's condition is causing concern at both Bilbao and the Spanish national team, ahead of the upcoming World Cup. The 23-year-old winger has been struggling with the problem since the summer, but the initial approach was conservative treatment. However, the discomfort persists, and surgery is being considered as a possible solution. Surgery would likely keep him out of action for around two months, making his participation in the World Cup uncertain. Williams has scored 4 goals and provided 5 assists in 22 appearances this year, but his performance has been affected by the injury.