Spain’s Victor Munoz sidelined for Uruguay clash amid muscle injury

Spanish media outlets have reported that Victor Munoz, the 22-year-old winger who recently signed for Liverpool, is recovering from a muscle injury sustained during the World Cup in North America. The setback has ruled him out of Spain’s Group H fixture against Uruguay, with reports confirming he missed training with the national squad on the day prior to the match.

According to the Thursday print edition of Mundo Deportivo, Munoz did not participate in squad sessions as Spain prepared for their final Group H game. However, the reports indicate that the forward has resumed running and interval training, suggesting a positive trajectory in his recovery despite the absence from recent drills.

Further details from Spanish outlet AS reveal that Munoz held a session with national team psychologist Javier Lopez Vallejo on Wednesday. While no official medical timeline has been released by Liverpool or the Spanish federation, the media narrative suggests the injury is not a long-term concern, though the specific severity remains unconfirmed.

Spain head coach Luis de la Fuente provided context regarding the player’s status, stating that Munoz “will be important” for the tournament. This comment implies that the coaching staff anticipates a potential return for the knockout stages, contingent on Spain’s progression and the speed of Munoz’s rehabilitation.

If Spain tops their group, their next match is scheduled for Thursday night, providing approximately one week for the winger to prove his fitness. Munoz has been effectively injury-free during the early stages of his professional career, a contrast to Liverpool’s 2025 signing Jeremie Frimpong, who was plagued by muscle and hamstring issues during his first campaign.