Ghanaian forward Inaki Williams shone brightly over the weekend, scoring twice in Athletic Bilbao‘s commanding 4-1 win over Espanyol on matchday 10 of the Spanish La Liga.
Williams’ first-half brace played a crucial role in securing the victory at San Mames. Athletic took an early lead when Daniel Vivian found the back of the net just six minutes into the game, assisted by Nico Williams.
Inaki Williams doubled the lead in the 28th minute, slotting in a close-range finish after being expertly set up by Alex Berenguer. Just two minutes later, Williams struck again, with Berenguer once more providing the assist, making it 3-0.
The Basque side entered halftime with a comfortable three-goal advantage. Shortly after the break, Berenguer added his name to the scoresheet, extending the lead to 4-0. Espanyol’s Alvaro Tejero later netted a consolation goal.
Williams’ brace marks his ninth career double in La Liga, bringing his season tally to seven goal involvements in 10 games.
Meanwhile, Clément Lenglet has suffered sprains to his left knee and ankle, according to tests carried out by the French centre-back after the match against Leganés.
He was forced to leave the match in the 64th minute due to accidental trauma received after Axel Witsel fell on his leg.
The ’15’ rojiblanco suffers from a grade I sprain of the internal collateral ligament of the left knee and a grade I/II sprain of the deltoid ligament of the left ankle.
The French defender will begin physical therapy and rehabilitation work and is awaiting further progress.