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Victor Munoz and Spain handed nightmare situation before World Cup final

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Liverpool FC NewsFIFA World CupNew Liverpool star Victor Munoz could meet his new teammates with a World Cup medal in his possession, but preparation for the final between Spain and Argentina has been disrupted.Spain's World Cup final preparation has been impacted(Image: (Photo by Stefan Koops/EYE4IMAGES/NurPhoto via Getty Images))World Cup final preparations for Spain have been impacted as the current European champions have seen their last training session postponed due to adverse weather conditions.Electrical thunderstorms around New Jersey have impacted the team's ability to take to the pitch, putting the finishing touches on their preparations for the most important match of the competition.It's a nightmare scenario for Luis de la Fuente, with the players needing to get the last details in place as smoothly as possible for a match of such magnitude.Thunderstorms have played a role in delaying matches across the World Cup so far, while the weather and atmosphere may also play one final part in the last game of the tournament.There have been doubts over the air quality in the New Jersey area, following wildfires in Canada that have blown south and created polluted and hazy skies.Several MLS matches were postponed as a result, though reports claim that there are currently no concerns surrounding the match being held on Sunday between Spain and Argentina.The match comes as La Roja is looking to add a second star to their shirt, having won the team's only previous World Cup final back in 2010, but it won't be an easy task for the side.Argentina, who is currently the holder of the trophy after winning the competition back in 2022, stands in their way with the ultimate aim of retaining the title once again.Regardless of the outcome, Liverpool will have a world champion in the ranks once again, with Victor Munoz featuring for Spain, while Argentina have Alexis Mac Allister in the roster.Victor Munoz is with Spain at the World Cup.(Image: Ulrik Pedersen/NurPhoto via Getty Images)Munoz, 23, has yet to feature in the World Cup this tournament, playing the role of a depth player in his first taste of an international tournament at senior level.The pacey forward joined Liverpool mid-competition, and while supporters are yet to get a first glimpse of him in action, he could return as a World Cup winner.If that does happen, it would mean heartbreak for his new teammate Mac Allister, however, who is looking to land another medal in the next day.While there were concerns over the midfielder's form in the past year, the 27-year-old has been back to his very best for Argentina, featuring in all seven matches with a goal and assist to his name.It remains to be seen which Liverpool ace will get their hands on the World Cup trophy, but it will certainly set them up for another huge season ahead.Choose Liverpool.com as a 'Preferred Source' on Google News for quick access to the news you value.Liverpool FCFIFA World CupVictor Munoz