Inaki and Nico Williams propelled Athletic Bilbao to a historic victory in the Copa del Rey final, securing their first trophy in four decades.
Facing off against Mallorca at the Estadio Olímpico de Sevilla, Athletic Bilbao sought to end their long wait for glory since their last Copa del Rey win in 1984.
Despite a setback early in the match with Mallorca taking the lead through Daniel Rodriguez, Athletic Bilbao showcased resilience.
Oihan Sancet’s goal, assisted by Nico Williams, levelled the score in the 50th minute, igniting hopes of a comeback.
With regulation time ending in a 1-1 draw, the tension mounted in extra time, leading to a nerve-wracking penalty shootout.
Athletic Bilbao kept their composure and skillfully secured victory with a 4-2 scoreline in the shootout, ending their 40-year wait for Copa del Rey success.
Inaki Williams, making crucial contributions throughout the competition with two goals and two assists in five games, and Nico Williams, who played a pivotal role in the final, were instrumental in this historic win.
Nico’s exceptional performance earned him the title of the night’s most valuable player.
The triumph is a long-held dream realised for the Williams brothers and marks a significant milestone for Athletic Bilbao as a club.
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Inaki Williams and brother celebrate first Copa del Rey trophy with Bilbao after 40 years 🇬🇭
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For the Williams brothers, this triumph represents the fulfillment of a long-held dream and marks a significant milestone in their careers and for Athletic Bilbao as a club.#TV3GH pic.twitter.com/Zb3d2PvgnT