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Takes six shots against Elche Williams took six shots (two on target) and created two chances in Sunday's 1-0 defeat against Elche. He also made a clearance, two interceptions and won one of one tackles in the...

Impact Williams slid over to the right wing on Sunday and was a huge threat to Elche's goal, but he couldn't find a way past Edgar Badia to salvage a result for his side. He's averaging 3.9 shots per 90 minutes across his last four appearances heading into the season finale against Real Madrid next weekend.

MAY 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Goal and assist Williams scored one goal and assisted once from three shots and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 win versus Celta Vigo.

Impact Williams scored Athletic's first goal, his 10th of the 2022-23 La Liga. However, Williams' most meaningful contribution was an assist to a goal scored by Alex Berenguer.

MAY 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Active upfront despite loss Williams generated three shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 5-1 defeat against Villarreal. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 68th minute.

Impact Williams was Athletic's biggest threat throughout the game due to his pace and skill, and he complicated the opposing defensive line regularly. The Ghana international couldn't find the back of the net, though, and he has scored just one goal over his last five appearances, all of them as a starter.

MAY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Attempts seven crosses Williams generated one shot (one on goal), seven crosses (two accurate) and three chances created in Thursday's 1-0 loss against Betis.

Impact Williams broke out of a crossing funk he recently underwent. Across his four appearances between April 15 and May 1, he logged two crosses each game. Despite not logging an assist Thursday, Williams' increased cross tally at least improves his overall output and upside.

MAY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Converts late penalty Williams scored a goal while taking two shots (one on goal) and crossing twice inaccurately during Monday's 1-1 draw with Mallorca.

Impact Williams found the back of the net in the 97th minute converting a penalty to claim a point for Athletic. The goal was a team-high ninth of the season for the forward as Williams also leads Athletic Club with 65 shots in 30 appearances.

MAY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores brace Williams scored twice from five shots (three on target) and attempted two crosses (none accurate) in Saturday's 2-0 win over Real Sociedad.

Impact Williams was without a goal since October, but has now scored three in his last two. He has attempted 14 shots (six on target), created nine chances and attempted 23 shots in his last four games. The striker has eight goals this season and is unlucky to only have two assists considering he has created 30 goal-scoring opportunities in total.

APRIL 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores goal against Espanyol Williams took three shots (two on target) and scored a goal in Saturday's 2-1 victory against Espanyol. He also made four clearances, created three chances and won two of two tackl...

Impact Williams opened the scoring Saturday with his first goal in La Liga since October 30, ending a 13-game drought for the forward. He's tallied 14 shots and 11 chances created across his last five starts mostly on the right wing.

APRIL 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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APRIL 5, 2023 • Associated Press

Osasuna upsets Athletic, reaches Copa final for 2nd time

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APRIL 4, 2023 • Associated Press

Attempts 12 crosses Williams had two shots (zero on goal), 12 crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Getafe.

Impact Williams logged his best cross tally of the 2022-23 La Liga thus far. Considering two of his teammates also had more than seven crosses though, it is expected that he will revert to logging fewer of them again soon.

APRIL 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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Creates two chances in loss Williams took a shot on target and created two chances in Sunday's 1-0 defeat against Barcelona.

Impact Williams returned to the striker position on Sunday and almost equalized the match with a strike that was later ruled out for a handball in the buildup. His last (legal) goal in La Liga came back in October.

MARCH 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Has goal disallowed in loss Williams had four off-target shots during Sunday's 3-2 loss against Girona.

Impact Williams was very active up front but accuracy wasn't there for him this time. The striker even found the back of the net at the half-hour mark, but then the goal was disallowed due to an offside. This isn't exactly the most prolific campaign for Williams as he has just five goals and two assists over 21 appearances (20 starts). Up next for him is Sunday's visit to Rayo Vallecano.

MARCH 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates two chances in loss Williams took a shot and created two chances in Sunday's 1-0 defeat against Atletico Madrid. He also made a block, a clearance and an interception in the match.

Impact Williams has played well since returning from a knee injury, recording three shots (one on target), three chances created and one assist across his last two appearances (90 minutes played).

FEBRUARY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist off bench Williams (knee) subbed into Saturday's match against Valencia in the 60th minute, taking two shots (one on target) and assisting a goal in the 2-1 victory.

Impact Williams returned off the bench at the hour mark of Saturday's game after missing the previous two with a knee injury, and he set up Oihan Sancet's winning goal. Williams should be back in Athletic's starting XI once he's fully fit again.

FEBRUARY 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Could return Saturday Williams (knee) was called up by Athletic for Saturday's clash against Valencia.

Impact Williams has missed Bilbao's last two La Liga games with a knee injury after having previously featured in 251 consecutive matches in the competition. But he was back in training this week and seems fit enough to return to availability against Valencia, though Gorka Guruzeta, Raul Garcia and Iker Muniain remain options to continue in the XI if Williams is still not ready to start.

FEBRUARY 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Training individually Williams (muscular) has been training individually early in the week ahead of Saturday's match against Valencia, reports El Desmarque.

Impact Williams has missed the last two matches with a knee and or muscular problem, depending on the report, but it looks he's back in training and could be an option as soon as Saturday. He was seen back in the training grounds this week, as he works his way back to the team. Iker Muniain and Raul Garcia have each received starts of late and may again be in the XI Saturday if Williams isn't ready to return.

FEBRUARY 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out again versus Cadiz Williams (knee) was not called up by Athletic Club to face Cadiz on Thursday.

Impact Williams is still dealing with the knee injury that forced him to miss Sunday's loss to Celta Vigo and snapped his incredible streak of appearing in 251 consecutive La Liga matches. There is no clear timetable on his return at the moment.

FEBRUARY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Celta Williams (knee) was not in Athletic's match day squad for Sunday's defeat against Celta Vigo.

Impact Williams' legendary streak of appearing in every single La Liga game since April 2016 finally ended on Sunday, with the total tally finishing at 251 consecutive matches. He will hope to recover and be available by Friday's clash with Cadiz.

JANUARY 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful for weekend with injury Williams suffered a knee injury late in Friday's Copa del Rey win against Valencia, and he is now doubtful to be fit for Sunday's clash against Celta Vigo, Marca reported Friday.

Impact Williams was subbed out of the cup match Thursday in the 88th minute with a knee issue, and he might not be ready for the quick turnaround against Celta. Williams of course has featured in 251 consecutive La Liga matches dating back to 2016, an incredible streak that is now in danger of being broken. Gorka Guruzeta could replace him in the XI up front if necessary.

JANUARY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shots against Real Madrid Williams took two shots and made a clearance in Sunday's 2-0 defeat against Real Madrid.

Impact Williams lined up at center forward for the first time since November on Sunday, and he was active against Real Madrid despite his side's defeat. He hasn't scored in any of his last six games in the competition however as he's in the midst of a drought that dates back to October.

JANUARY 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes shot in draw Williams took a shot on target and won one of one tackles in Monday's 0-0 draw against Osasuna. He also made a clearance and an interception in the match.

Impact Williams' incredible streak of La Liga appearances extends into 2023, as he's now appeared in 249 consecutive league games dating back to April 2016.

JANUARY 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Contained by Betis Williams sent in three crosses (zero accurate) and won one tackle in Thursday's 0-0 draw versus Betis.

Impact Williams took quite a few touches in this contest but just wasn't terribly effective with most of them. As such, he was relieved after 72 for a fresh set of legs in Alex Berenguer. A home matchup next Monday against Osasuna may provide a nice bounce-back opportunity of sorts.

DECEMBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist Williams assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate), and one chance created in Monday's 3-2 victory over South Korea.

Impact Currently, Williams is a part of Ghana's 2022 World Cup team. He logged an assist to the game-winning goal Mohammed Kudus scored against South Korea. Fantasy managers should expect Williams to continue being Ghana's preferred striker when healthy across the World Cup's remainder.

NOVEMBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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