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Involved in three goals in win Williams scored two goals and assisted once from four shots and one chance created in Saturday's 4-2 victory against Deportivo Alaves. In addition, he was given a yellow card in th...

Impact Williams was credited with the assist in Robert Navarro's goal early in the second half, but he'd later find the back of the net twice -- right when the team needed him the most. Williams gave Athletic a 3-2 lead with a clever finish after a one-two with Gorka Guruzeta in the 83rd minute, and he'd later close things out with a chipped finish four minutes later. This was Williams' first two-goal performance of the season, and he has nine goal contributions (G6, A3) in the 2025/26 Liga campaign.

MAY 5 • ROTOWIRE

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Active in final third in win Williams recorded one shot (one on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and two corners in Tuesday's 1-0 win versus Osasuna.

Impact Williams wasn't credited with the assist on Gorka Guruzeta's goal, but there's no question that he was the architect of that sequence with one of his trademark runs on the left wing. Williams has a solid floor on offense due to his creativity-based numbers, but he would have far more fantasy upside if he were able to score or assist regularly. He hasn't scored a goal in league play since January, and he hasn't delivered an assist since December. Furthermore, he hasn't recorded a goal contribution since returning to the squad three games following his latest injury setback -- a groin injury that sidelined him for six matches between Feb. 15 and April 5.

APRIL 22 • ROTOWIRE

Makes return Sunday Williams had five crosses (one accurate) and one corner in Sunday's 2-0 defeat to Getafe.

Impact Williams made his return to the pitch Sunday after missing nearly two months with a groin injury. He subbed onto the field at halftime and instantly made an impact, recording five crosses and creating two chances over the second half of the contest. Now that he's back healthy, he has a good chance to return to the starting XI Sunday versus Villarreal.

APRIL 7 • ROTOWIRE

Option moving forward Williams (pubalgia) has been included in the matchday squad for Sunday's clash against Getafe, the club posted.

Impact Williams has been sidelined since early February due to his recurrent groin issues, making Sunday's return a welcome boost for Athletic Club. The left winger has been one of their most productive attackers this season with four goals and two assists in 19 league appearances, and getting him back in the starting lineup gives the Basques a serious attacking weapon heading into the final stretch of the campaign.

APRIL 4 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to full training Williams (groin) returned to full training Friday and is on track to be available against Getafe on Sunday, April 5, after the international break.

Impact Williams has been sidelined since Feb. 8, when he played 76 minutes in the 4-2 win over Levante, but he seems set to return after the break following a six-game absence. Williams has four goals and two assists in 19 league appearances (15 starts) this season, and if he trains well throughout next week, he should be a lock to return to the starting lineup once the league resumes.

MARCH 27 • ROTOWIRE

Aims return against Getafe Williams (sports hernia) is aiming a return against Getafe after the international break, according to Marca.

Impact Williams is still working his way back from recurring groin issues and remains a few weeks out from returning to the matchday squad. The medical staff is targeting a comeback for him in early April against Getafe right after the March international break, giving the winger a clear timeline to ramp back up. He will aim to regain full sharpness without setbacks as the Basques push through a tough campaign, while Alex Berenguer and Robert Navarro are in line for increased minutes up front in his absence.

MARCH 17 • ROTOWIRE

Spain Star Nico Williams Sidelined Indefinitely With Pubalgia Issue

Athletic Club suffered a major blow as star winger Nico Williams was sidelined indefinitely with a pubalgia issue.

FEBRUARY 17 • FOX SPORTS

Spain Star Nico Williams Sidelined Indefinitely With Pubalgia Issue

Picks up sports hernia Williams is out for the time being due to a sports hernia, according to his club.

Impact Williams has hit the sidelines for the next few weeks, as the attacker has entered a program and is seeing a specialist due to a hernia. This will likely take him out of play for a few weeks, likely to remain out until March. That said, they will hope for the return of Alex Berenguer (undisclosed), otherwise Inaki Williams, Gorka Guruzeta and Nico Serrano will likely lead the attack.

FEBRUARY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Sunday Williams is not in the squad to face Oviedo on Sunday, the club announced.

Impact Williams is not in the squad for Sunday's match against Oviedo for undisclosed reasons. The winger, who has been managing a lingering groin issue, had featured in the last two matches but is absent again. Robert Navarro is likely to start in his place, especially with Alex Berenguer also unavailable.

FEBRUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Athletic Bilbao and Real Sociedad both score late to make it to Copa del Rey semifinals

Iñaki Williams has scored six minutes into stoppage time as Athletic Bilbao won 2-1 at Valencia to reach the semifinals of the Copa del Rey

FEBRUARY 4 • Associated Press

Won't undergo surgery Williams (groin) is treating his pubalgia issue without surgery, a fact clarified by Athletic's sporting director Mikel Gonzalez, who stated that "The player is competing at less t...

Impact Williams was originally expected to miss at least six weeks of action, but now it appears he'll take the risk of an often complicated injury, with the forward surprisingly playing and providing an assist in Wednesday's Copa del Rey quarter-finals match against Valencia. It's possible he'll be able to help the team in limited minutes per game over the next few weeks, but it's unclear if he'll reach his top level, having produced four goals and two assists over 21 league or UCL appearances this season. Both Robert Navarro and Alex Berenguer will likely split playing time with Williams or fill in for him if he's rested in some games.

FEBRUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Out six to eight weeks Williams is set to miss six to eight weeks of action with a pubalgia, according to El Chiringuito TV.

Impact Williams is set for another treatment process and is heading to the sidelines, with six to eight weeks out expected. This is likely something to try to put his injury issues from this season behind him ahead of the World Cup, now set to miss out until the end of March. Unfortunately, this will force a change for time being, with Robert Navarro and Alex Berenguer likely to see more time on the left while Inaki Williams works back into the starting XI. This is a major loss for the club, needing to replace a top playmaker who holds six goal contributions this season.

FEBRUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Starts against Sociedad Williams (groin) is in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Athletic.

Impact Williams is fit after passing his testing, with the attacker an option for the starting XI immediately. He remains one of their top players, with four goals and two assists in 21 appearances (16 starts) this season.

FEBRUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Late call against Real Sociedad Williams (groin) is a late call for Sunday's derby against Real Sociedad, coach Ernesto Valverde said in the press conference, according to Radio Nervion. "Nico... We'll see how th...

Impact Williams is questionable for Sunday's match against Real Sociedad pending the final training session. The Spaniard is an undisputed starter when fit, but his place in the starting lineup could be taken by either Alex Berenguer or Nico Serrano if he is unavailable. Once fully recovered, Williams is expected to push back into a prominent role after recording four goals and two assists across 20 appearances this season.

JANUARY 31 • ROTOWIRE

Not in squad for UCL Williams (groin) has been excluded from the match squad for Wednesday's meeting with Sporting CP.

Impact Williams remains out with a pubalgia issue but may have a better chance of returning in Sunday's derby against Real Sociedad. Meanwhile, his place in the starting lineup could be taken by either Alex Berenguer or Nico Serrano. As soon as he's fully recovered, Williams will aim to regain a significant role, having scored four goals and two assists over 20 matches played this season.

JANUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with pubalgia again Williams (groin) is unlikely to play during Wednesday's Champions League clash against Sporting CP, coach Ernesto Valverde said in the press conference.

Impact Williams is still dealing with the pulbagia he has suffered since the beginning of the season and is unlikely to be fit for Wednesday's Champions League clash against Sporting CP. The forward will likely try to be ready for Sunday's derby against Real Sociedad instead. When fully fit, Williams is an undisputed starter in the frontline of the Basques, therefore a change will have to be made, with Alex Berenguer likely starting on the left wing during his absence.

JANUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Picked for bench Williams (groin) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Sevilla.

Impact Williams was already set to be an option Saturday, but is in more of a limited role, starting on the bench despite being a regular starter. That said, a starting role should follow soon, with four goals and two assists in 16 appearances (13 starts) this season.

JANUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Set to return Saturday Williams (groin) is in the squad for Saturday's game against Sevilla.

Impact Williams missed the win over Atalanta in the UCL due to an adductor strain, but he took part in training Friday and has been cleared to play Saturday. It's uncertain whether he'll be able to start, but nonetheless, his return provides a huge boost since Inaki Williams (leg) remains out.

JANUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with adductor strain Williams is dealing with an adductor strain and is won't be an option for Wednesday's Champions League clash against Atalanta, the club announced.

Impact Williams suffered an adductor strain in recent days following the defeat against Mallorca and won't be risked in Wednesday's Champions League clash against Atalanta. The dribbler of Athletic Club will be rested for that game and will hope to recover in time for Saturday's clash against Sevilla. Until then, Unai Gomez could be a likely option to start in his spot on the left wing against the Italians.

JANUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in defeat Nico Williams scored one goal to go with five shots (one on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 3-2 loss to Mallorca.

Impact Williams was on fire Saturday, scoring once with a shot on target, three successful dribbles and a key pass against Mallorca. This was his fourth goal of the season, adding on to two assists in 15 appearances. The forward is also averaging about three successful dribbles and 1.5 key passes a contest.

JANUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Creative effort in draw Nico Williams had three shots (one on goal), eight crosses (four accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Osasuna.

Impact Williams was very active in the match despite not directly contributing to a goal, which has been a common theme in many of his appearances this season. He has continued to struggle for end product, recording just five goal contributions in 15 league matches, not a significant improvement from the 10 he posted in 29 games last season. Even so, Williams remains a key figure for Athletic Bilbao and continues to start regularly, offering strong overall impact with 23 chances created and 13 successful crosses this season. He will have one of his better opportunities to get on the scoresheet against a Mallorca side that currently sits 16th in the table.

JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Mbappé scores in his return from injury as Madrid beats Alaves in boost for Alonso

Kylian Mbappé has scored in his return from injury

DECEMBER 14, 2025 • Associated Press

Misses penalty in defeat Williams registered two shots (one on goal), five crosses (one accurate) and one corner in Sunday's 2-0 defeat against Celta Vigo.

Impact Williams had a chance to reduce the scoring deficit, but he took a penalty shot low and down the middle of the goal in the 65th minute of the game. Despite leading the squad with five goal involvements in league play, he's somewhat below his potential lately, having recorded zero goals and just one assist across his last four starts. Even so, he's usually influential in terms of dribbling and playmaking.

DECEMBER 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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