Why Nico Williams isn't playing for Spain in very few minutes at World Cup

Nico Williams is a game-changing player.Despite that, he has hardly played for Spain at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.Entering the semifinal against France, Williams has played about an hour in total, and just one start.In his past, he has been great against France, but that wasn't enough to earn him a start in this semifinal.If he comes off the bench, he could flip the match in Spain's favor.But at this rate, it's not clear how much Williams can provide.MORE: Christian Pulisic gives a terrible answer after World Cup-ending lossWhy isn't Nico Williams playing?While it's never as simple as one reason, injuries sustained earlier in the World Cup are almost certainly what took Williams out of a rhythm at this tournament.He hurt both his thigh and groin in the group stage against Uruguay.It doesn't