Nico Williams injured: the 'FIFA virus' strikes Spain and now three have had to say goodbye to the Nations League

Athletic Club forward Nico Williams has withdrawn from the Spanish national team training camp due to muscle discomfort in his left thigh. The injury occurred following a match against Croatia at the Sánchez-Pizjuán stadium, necessitating his departure to focus on his recovery process. Consequently, he will be unavailable for Spain's upcoming Nations League fixtures against the Czech Republic and Croatia.

Williams is the third player to be sidelined from the national squad during this international break. The recurring issue of player injuries during international windows, often colloquially referred to as the 'FIFA virus,' has impacted the team's roster availability for the 2026-2027 Nations League campaign.