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Inaki Williams and Nico Williams seal Copa del Rey final for Athletic Bilbao

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Inaki Williams and Nico Williams were in the spotlight on Thursday night as Athletic Club defeated Atletico Madrid to secure a spot in the 2023/24 Copa del Rey final.

The two brothers played crucial roles in Bilbao’s 3-0 victory at San Mames, with both contributing to the scoreline. Their performance helped Ernesto Valverde’s side comfortably overcome Atletico.

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Athletic Club had the upper hand going into the second leg after winning 1-0 at Wanda Politano.

Inaki initiated the scoring at San Mames with a superb volley in the 13th minute, following a splendid run by Nico down the left wing, who then crossed the ball to his older brother.

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The Ghanaian international returned the favor shortly after, setting up his younger brother to double the lead and put Bilbao in a commanding position.

In the second half, Gorka Guruzeta scored the third goal for the home side, sealing the victory and securing a spot in the final for Athletic Club.

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Bilbao will now face Mallorca in the final of the competition, with the date yet to be confirmed.

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