Spain's Victor Munoz Injury Woes Cloud 2026 World Cup Campaign
Spanish winger Victor Munoz, a new Liverpool signing, suffered a muscle injury relapse during recovery, ruling him out of World Cup group-stage matches against Cape Verde, Saudi Arabia, and Uruguay. Despite returning to training briefly, the setback leaves his entire tournament participation in doubt. Spain drew 0-0 with Cape Verde in their opener, adding pressure on coach Luis de la Fuente as other players like Yamal and Merino also face fitness concerns.
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Affection and Therapy for Victor Munoz at World Cup
Victor Munoz, the new Liverpool winger who has not yet debuted in the World Cup, was seen doing ball exercises with the Spanish national team on Wednesday after spending time on a stationary bike. He was also seen with team psychologist Javier Lopez Vallejo, receiving support from teammates. Coach Luis de la Fuente hinted Munoz will be important later in the tournament. The article also reports that Oyarzabal trained despite discomfort, Merino is nearly ready, and Spain may rotate starters for their upcoming match against Uruguay to secure group leadership. Ferran Torres could replace Oyarzabal as striker, and left midfield may see changes. The article references Munoz's transfer to Liverpool as official.
Fútbol en AS.comVictor Munoz Absent from Spain Training Two Days Before Uruguay World Cup Match
Spain winger Victor Munoz continued to train separately from the squad two days before the crucial World Cup group stage match against Uruguay in Guadalajara. The Liverpool player suffered a relapse of a muscle injury last week and only participated in the warm-up before leaving for bullfighting drills. Meanwhile, the rest of the squad, including PSG midfielder Fabian Ruiz who briefly practiced as a goalkeeper with mixed success, warmed up with mats and stretching bands. Spain will fly to Guadalajara on Wednesday to face La Celeste, with first place in the group on the line. Coach Luis de la Fuente's team only needs a draw to secure the top spot.
Foot - actualités, mercato, info & vidéo en continuVictor Muñoz absent from Spain training due to muscle injury relapse before Saudi Arabia match
Spain attacking midfielder Victor Muñoz missed the team's collective training session on Friday in Chattanooga, Tennessee, two days before their match against Saudi Arabia. The future Liverpool player, who suffered a muscle injury at the end of the season with Osasuna, relapsed during an individual session on Thursday. He only rode a stationary bike while his teammates trained. All other Spain players were present, including Mikel Merino, who had missed Monday's session with muscle discomfort. The session featured warm-up and rondos, with more laughter than after Monday's draw against Cape Verde. Lamine Yamal could start the match on Sunday at 6 PM against Saudi Arabia.
Foot - actualités, mercato, info & vidéo en continuMarca: Munoz Undergoes Medical Exam, Expected to Return During World Cup Knockout Stage
According to Marca, Spanish winger Victor Munoz has undergone a medical examination after experiencing renewed muscle discomfort in his right leg. Munoz, who had just rejoined national team training a week ago, was forced to stop again due to issues in the same area where he was diagnosed with mild edema in the rectus femoris muscle on May 18. Among three Spanish squad members with muscle problems (Munoz, Yamal, and Nico Williams), Munoz was initially considered the most likely to recover quickly, but his condition has become the most persistent. He has been affected since late April, missing several matches and aggravating the injury during an Osasuna league game. The Spanish national team has not set a firm return date but is monitoring daily, believing that if Spain advances smoothly, coach Luis de la Fuente will be able to field Munoz during the knockout stage of the tournament.
虎扑 - 足球Liverpool's new £34m signing Victor Munoz suffers World Cup injury setback
Liverpool's new £34 million signing Victor Munoz, a 22-year-old winger who recently completed a transfer from Osasuna, has suffered an additional muscle injury while on international duty with Spain at the 2026 World Cup. The injury, which occurred during a planned recovery process, will delay his return to competition and has ruled him out of group-stage matches against Saudi Arabia and Uruguay. Munoz had been following an individual fitness program to be ready for the tournament and was an unused substitute in Spain's opener against Cape Verde. The Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) medical team said his availability for future matches depends on symptom evolution. Spanish media report it is unclear if he will recover in time for the knockout rounds, casting doubt on his World Cup participation.
Mirror - Football2026 World Cup: Víctor Muñoz Injury Poses Problem for Spain Team
Spain's national football team faces a challenging start to the 2026 World Cup after a 0-0 draw against Cape Verde. The European champions are set to play Saudi Arabia on Sunday, hoping to revive their tournament campaign. However, coach Luis de la Fuente is dealing with several physical setbacks, most notably the injury of winger Víctor Muñoz. Muñoz, a new Liverpool signing, arrived at the camp with muscle pain that worsened into hamstring issues. The Spanish federation confirmed he suffered a new muscle injury during recovery, and there are fears he may miss the entire World Cup. According to Marca, Muñoz had been training alone with an adapted program before the setback, and his return is uncertain. Other players like Lamine Yamal and Mikel Merino are also dealing with fitness concerns.
Foot Mercato : Info Transferts Football - Actu Foot TransfertSpanish Football Federation: Victor Munoz's Injury Relapse Delays Return
The Spanish Football Federation has confirmed that winger Victor Munoz suffered a recurrence of a muscle injury during rehabilitation training, further delaying his return. The injury, originally sustained in April while playing for Osasuna, has plagued Munoz throughout the national team camp, causing him to miss warm-up matches and the opening World Cup game against Cape Verde. Spanish newspaper Diario Sport reports he will definitely miss the match against Saudi Arabia and may also be absent against Uruguay. This complicates head coach Luis de la Fuente's plans, as starting winger Nico Williams is also in poor form. Additionally, midfielder Mikel Merino missed training due to load management. The Spanish team is under pressure after a 0-0 draw with Cape Verde, and speculation suggests Lamine Yamal may make his first World Cup start, with Dani Olmo and Ferran Torres also potential lineup changes.
虎扑 - 足球Spain's Munoz Returns to Training; Oyarzabal Fit Ahead of World Cup Opener
On June 12, 2024, Spanish winger Victor Munoz returned to full team training at the Baylor School in Chattanooga, USA, after recovering from calf muscle discomfort. His return means all 26 Spanish players are now available for the 2026 World Cup group stage opener against Cape Verde on June 15. Munoz's recovery is slightly behind teammates Yamal and Nico Williams, making his start less likely but not ruled out. Meanwhile, forward Mikel Oyarzabal trained with a protective knee bandage, but the Spanish Football Federation confirmed it was only a precaution and he is fully fit. Oyarzabal has scored in six consecutive international matches and could set a Spanish record with a seventh goal against Cape Verde. The team will hold a final closed training session on Saturday before departing for Atlanta, with a pre-match adaptation session scheduled at Kennesaw State University on Sunday.
虎扑 - 足球Marca: Victor Munoz Joins Full Training as Spain Prepares for World Cup Opener Against Cape Verde
According to Marca, Spanish winger Victor Munoz participated in full team training on June 12, as Spain prepares for their World Cup opener against Cape Verde on June 16 at 0:00 Beijing time. Coach Luis de la Fuente confirmed all 26 squad members are available for the first match. Munoz, who plays for Osasuna, suffered a muscle injury two weeks before the squad announcement and aggravated it after scoring in a La Liga match against Espanyol. Despite the setback, Spain called him up and waited for his recovery. He made his national team debut in March, impressing de la Fuente with his speed. The article also notes that Spain can make substitutions among non-goalkeeper players only if FIFA confirms an injury, with a deadline of local Sunday at 12:00, while goalkeepers can be replaced at any time.
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