Player profile
Nico Williams
Forward · Athletic Club
Nico Williams was one of the standout figures in Spain's run to the 2026 World Cup title, overcoming a group-stage injury to return for the knockout rounds and start in the 1-0 final win over Argentina.
Career
Williams has stayed loyal to Athletic Club through multiple transfer approaches from bigger clubs, building his reputation as one of La Liga's most dangerous wide attackers while representing Spain internationally.
He was named in Luis de la Fuente's final 26-player squad for the 2026 World Cup in North America.
How they play
A explosive left-sided attacker, Williams is defined by his speed, close control and dribbling ability to beat defenders one-on-one and attack down the flank.
Where they are now
He suffered an injury in Spain's group-stage match against Uruguay but recovered in time to feature in a 2-1 win over Belgium that sent Spain into the semi-finals.
Williams was one of Spain's leading figures in the 1-0 World Cup final win over Argentina, capping a tournament in which La Roja were crowned world champions.
Bio
Club career
- Athletic ClubSince 2021Current
- Athletic Bilbao B2020–2021
- CD Baskonia2019–2020
- Athletic Club2013–2019
- Club Atlético Osasuna2012–2013
- CD Pamplona2010–2012
International career
- Spain men's national football teamSince 2022Current
Youth caps: U21 (2021–2022) · U18 (2020)
Honours
No honours on record yet.
Defining moments
Starts in Spain's World Cup final win2026
After recovering from a group-stage injury, Williams was one of Spain's standout performers in their 1-0 World Cup final victory over Argentina in 2026.
Latest season stats (ESPN)
In our archive
- Spain 1–0 ArgentinaWSubstitute · #17 · 1 assist · on 75'
Sources
- ESPN athlete profileJul 18, 2026
- WikidataJul 18, 2026
- Player photo — Bryan BerlinCC BY-SA 4.0
Read for this profile
- FIFA.com — Nico Williams' winding road to FIFA World Cup 2026 gloryAugust 3, 2026
- beIN SPORTS — Nico Williams Returns for Spain and Opens Up About InjuryAugust 3, 2026
Profile written / last reviewed August 3, 2026.
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