Spain has secured its place in the next round of the World Cup.

However, it is quite likely that it will be without Nico Williams for its upcoming matches in the tournament.

According to Spanish media reports, it was determined after the match against Uruguay that he has suffered a strain that is quite likely to keep him from participating in the upcoming matches for the "Furia Roja."

“We’ll have to wait and see; he’s feeling some discomfort. It could also be due to fatigue,” De la Fuente said at the press conference.

Despite these statements from the team’s coach, Spanish media report that initial assessments are grim, with members of the medical staff estimating that it is most likely a serious injury.

If Nico Williams is indeed unable to continue, his absence will compound that of Jérémy Pino, who will also miss the rest of the tournament’s matches.

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