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Fourth assist of year Nico Williams assisted once to go with three shots (one on target), two crosses (one accurate) and three chances created in Friday's 4-1 victory against Cadiz.

Impact Williams is continuing his impressive form with an assist to lead the team with four on the season. He also has a career-high of both goals and assists in his young three campaigns with Athletic. The 20-year-old has now an assist on eight shots (one on target) and five chances created in the last four games.

FEBRUARY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes four shots against Real Madrid Williams took four shots and created a chance in Sunday's 2-0 defeat against Real Madrid.

Impact Williams switched flanks to the right wing on Sunday but it didn't limit his threat level against Real Madrid as he recorded his seventh game of the season with at least three shots.

JANUARY 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes three shots in draw Williams took three shots and created a chance in Monday's 0-0 draw against Osasuna. He also won one of two tackles in the match.

Impact Williams was once again dangerous from the left wing on Monday, the fourth time across his last five La Liga appearances in which he's taken at least three shots. But it wasn't enough to earn a result against Osasuna as he continues his search for a first goal in the competition since September.

JANUARY 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Eight cross attempts in draw Williams recorded one shot (zero on target), eight crosses (zero accurate) and five corners in Thursday's 0-0 draw with Real Betis.

Impact Williams paced all players on the pitch in crosses and corners for the evening. He also played the full 90 and was perhaps his squad's most effective player. In any case, this was a poor outing for fantasy output across the board, but Williams was able to salvage his value with some reasonable volume.

DECEMBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starts in loss Williams logged two inaccurate crosses in 57 minutes of Thursday's 2-1 loss to Japan.

Impact Williams was given a chance to start but the move didn't entirely work out. As his best days are ahead of him, Williams is likely to spend more time as a super sub in the current tournament behind Ferran Torres on the right wing.

DECEMBER 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off bench in win Williams played for the final 21 minutes of Wednesday's 7-0 win over Costa Rica, logging two inaccurate crosses.

Impact Williams is unlikely to get major minutes in his first World Cup but with exceptional speed and dribbling abilities he's the perfect weapon for manager Luis Enrique to use from the bench. As one of many who should make their World Cup debut, Williams is sure to get plenty of moments to impress.

NOVEMBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Logs eight crosses in win Nico Williams had three shots (one on goal), eight crosses (one accurate), and eight corners in Tuesday's 3-0 win over Valladolid.

Impact Williams switched to the left wing to make room for Gorka Guruzeta, who scored twice in his first start of the season. Though Williams hasn't scored or assisted in four straight matches, he's shown plenty of activity and will hope to have secured his place with Spain's roster for the World Cup after scoring three times and logging three assists in 14 appearances.

NOVEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist in draw Williams logged one assist from one chance created on four crosses (one accurate) during 74 minutes of Tuesday's 2-2 draw with Getafe.

Impact Williams set up Raul Garcia's second half goal with another fine move to feed the ball inside. With two assists in his last four fames from five chances created, Williams remains in fine attacking form following a couple of tough games against Sevilla and Atletico Madrid. Aside from an upcoming match against Barcelona, Williams is doing well to take advantage of softer opponents, as he's scored three times and logged two assists against Cadiz, Elche, Rayo Vallecano and Almeria.

OCTOBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Creates two chances in loss Williams created two chances from three crosses (two accurate) during Saturday's 1-0 loss to Atletico Madrid.

Impact Williams failed to take a shot for the first time in nine appearances as Reinildo shut him down so well that the wingers switched flanks to get Williams more space, to no avail. The schedule gets a little easier over the next few weeks, so Williams will hope to keep up a good run of form that's seen him score three times and log one assist in his last five matches.

OCTOBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Logs six crosses in draw Williams logged six crosses (zero accurate) and took two shots (one on goal) during Saturday's 1-1 draw with Sevilla.

Impact Williams couldn't score in a fourth straight game but still showed plenty of threat to challenge the defense. With some tougher matches coming in the next few weeks, it's a good time to see what Williams can do against more talented opposition following his excellent form in September.

OCTOBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores, assists in win Williams scored one goal from two shots (one on goal) and logged one assist from two chances created on six crosses (one accurate) during Friday's 4-0 win over Almeria.

Impact Williams has scored in three straight games and contributed to five goals in his last five starts, an impressive run of form that is an excellent sign of the production to match his massive potential. Some excellent displays with the Spanish national team should also bolster his confidence, so keep an eye on what he and brother Inaki Williams can do after helping each other on goals in both halves in Friday's game.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in win Williams scored one goal from three shots (two on goal) and created two chances during Saturday's from 3-2 win over Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Williams was able to score for a second straight match just as Oihan Sancet had accomplished five minutes before. With one assist and two goals in his last four games, Williams did well to earn his call-up to the Spanish national team. With he and brother Inaki Williams looking exceptionally productive, there could be some big chances in the attacking value of their team in comparison to last season.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starts in win Williams put one shot off target and created one chance during Sunday's 1-0 win over Valencia.

Impact Williams picked up his first start of the season and was unlucky not to score as well if it weren't for an offside call. His place in the lineup will often be dependent on where his brother Inaki Williams lines up (centrally or on the right) so it'll be important to track who plays and where each week. Additionally the younger Williams will hope to increase his production this season after going scoreless in 34 appearances (11 starts) in the last campaign, his first as a full-time member of the first team.

AUGUST 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Sevilla Williams (hamstring) is not in Bilbao's match day squad for Sunday's clash against Sevilla.

Impact Williams broke into Athletic's senior team this campaign with 34 appearances (11 starts) in La Liga. The 19-year-old is yet to score or assist a goal yet in the competition however, and he will want to up his goal threat from the wings next season.

MAY 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Hamstring injury confirmed Williams suffered a hamstring injury in Sunday's win over Osasuna, Bilbao announced Monday.

Impact Williams was subbed out at halftime of Sunday's game, and he will be questionable to be fit enough for next weekend's season finale against Sevilla, pending further examinations.

MAY 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves early in win Williams created two chances but was replaced by Asier Villalibre after the first half of Sunday's 2-0 win over Osasuna.

Impact Williams seemed to pull a muscle before the end of the first half and was unable to continue after the break. It's not great timing with a key match left against Sevilla, though Williams now has the offseason to get into good shape if he needs to.

MAY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shots in draw Williams put two shots off target and logged three inaccurate crosses during 65 minutes of Saturday's scoreless draw with Valencia.

Impact Williams has started three straight games and certainly had his moments, but still hasn't been able to produce the kind of mark on the scoresheet as Alex Berenguer. As he's still young, keep following Williams through his progression to the end of the season. Up next is a trip to Granada, which have conceded the fourth-most goals in the league.

MAY 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Returns in loss Williams played for 23 minutes of Sunday's 4-0 loss to Barcelona.

Impact Williams returned to the pitch after missing over a month with a hamstring injury. He's come back at the perfect time before Wednesday's Copa del Rey match against Valencia, which should feature a stronger side than the one that was sent out Sunday.

FEBRUARY 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

On bench against Barcelona Williams (hamstring) is in Athletic's match day squad for Sunday's clash against Barcelona.

Impact Williams has missed Bilbao's last three games with a hamstring injury he suffered at the beginning of the month, but he's recovered enough to be on the bench Sunday and could see some playing time against Barcelona.

FEBRUARY 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Working with ball Williams (hamstring) has begun to work with the ball as of Friday's session.

Impact Williams is probably still a week or two off from returning but this is a good sign for his return. In his absence, Alex Berenguer has found the net a couple of times across all competitions and may hold his place even when Williams does return.

FEBRUARY 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Hamstring injury confirmed Williams (hamstring) had a moderate hamstring strain confirmed, Bilbao announced Friday.

Impact Williams will be sidelined for at least a week with the hamstring injury. It's uncertain if it will be longer than that, but it's like that the team will avoid rushing him back when he is fit. Ales Berenguer will likely remain in the starting XI with Williams out.

FEBRUARY 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Creates two chances off bench Williams created two chances in 15 minutes off the bench during Monday's 3-1 win over Osasuna.

Impact The bigger gain for Williams was avoiding a dangerous tackle from Chimy Avila in stoppage time as he's come off the bench in two straight matches. With a growing reputation as a strong dribbler, Williams is always a fun player to watch though it may take time to see him become a consistent starter. For now, a potential injury for Alex Berenguer could see Williams return to the lineup in the next match at Deportivo Alaves.

JANUARY 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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