Yamal and Williams to lead Spain in start of Nations League defense
Euro 2024 stars Lamine Yamal and Nico Williams are back on Spain’s squad to lead the start of its Nations League title defenseAUGUST 30 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
On bench Wednesday Williams (undisclosed) is on the bench for Wednesday's match against Valencia.
Impact Williams has returned from his injury but isn't in his usual starting spot, likely being left on the bench to preserve the player following his issues. He will look to get some time to test his legs before most likely returning to the starting XI in their next contest.
AUGUST 28 • ROTOWIRE
Dealing with injury Williams is questionable for Wednesday's match against Valencia due to injury, according to manager Ernesto Valverde. "Well, let's see how the training is going. Yesterday he didn'...
Impact Williams looks to be a late call for Wednesday, with the attacker having been held out of training due to undisclosed issues. This could be a major loss, as he is set to be their most important player this campaign. However, he has not yet been ruled out, likely needing a late fitness test to determine his availability. If available, he will probably start on the bench to be cautious but if he is left out completely, expect Gorka Guruzeta to take his spot.
AUGUST 27 • ROTOWIRE
Yamal gets the better of Spain teammate Williams in Barcelona's 2-1 win over Athletic Bilbao
Lamine Yamal has gotten the better of fellow Spain star Nico Williams as Barcelona beats Athletic Bilbao 2-1 in the players' first matchup since the two young talents led their nat...AUGUST 24 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Start followed up with quantity Williams attempted three shots (zero on goal) and five crosses (zero accurate) during Athletic's 2-1 loss Saturday at Barcelona.
Impact After beginning his 2024-25 season as a reserve on Aug. 15, Williams was part of Athletic's starting XI used against Barcelona, the team he was heavily linked to this summer. Despite him attempting three shots and five corners, none of them were accurate, an unwelcome output the 22-year-old will try to improve upon before September.
AUGUST 24 • ROTOWIRE
Marcus Rashford to Barcelona?! Hansi Flick 'requests' transfer swoop for Man Utd winger after failed Nico Williams pursuit | Goal.com US Hansi Flick has reportedly requested for Barcelona to sign Manchester United winger Marcus Rashford after failing to land Nico Williams.
AUGUST 21 • GOAL.COM
Comes off bench in opener Nico Williams generated two shots (two on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Thursday's 1-1 draw versus Getafe.
Impact Williams made his season debut, coming off the bench in the 72nd minute. The winger just recently re-joined the team after missing their preseason recovering from the Euros. He was heavily linked to Barcelona during the summer, but it appears he'll stay put in Bilbao.
AUGUST 17 • ROTOWIRE
VIDEO: Nico Williams going nowhere? Athletic Club drop huge hint that Spain Euro 2024 hero is staying put this summer amid Barcelona transfer interest | Goal.com US Nico Williams continues to see a transfer to Barcelona speculated on, but Athletic Club have hinted at the winger staying put.
AUGUST 12 • GOAL.COM
Revealed: What Barcelona are blaming for failed Nico Williams transfer pursuit with Spain star set to stay at Athletic Club | Goal.com US Barcelona could miss out on signing Nico Williams from Athletic Club as they identify Dani Olmo as an alternative.
JULY 30 • GOAL.COM
Nico Williams, Ivan Toney & 10 big stars still set to move in the final month of the summer transfer window | Goal.com US Ten star players who are still set to move in the final month of the summer transfer window, including Nico Williams and Ivan Toney
JULY 30 • GOAL.COM
Jadon Sancho to PSG? Man Utd winger seen as Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and Nico Williams alternative as French side search for Kylian Mbappe replacement | Goal.com US Paris Saint-Germain are keeping tabs on Jadon Sancho as part of their efforts to bring in a wide forward as a replacement for Kylian Mbappe.
JULY 29 • GOAL.COM
Vitor Roque rejects lucrative Al-Hilal offer as Brazilian attacker refuses to give up on Barcelona career despite Nico Williams and Dani Olmo pursuits | Goal.com US Vitor Roque is not ready to throw in the towel at Barcelona amid a big offer from Saudi Arabia and expected attacking signings this summer.
JULY 29 • GOAL.COM
Barcelona facing transfer nightmare as top target Nico Williams 'has doubts' about joining Hansi Flick's side | Goal.com US Barcelona could struggle to convince Euro 2024 star Nico Williams to join them from Athletic Club this summer.
JULY 29 • GOAL.COM
Barcelona ready to trigger Nico Williams release clause to lure Spain hero from Athletic Club | Goal.com US Barcelona are all set to step up their transfer pursuit of Athletic Club and Spain star Nico Williams next week.
JULY 20 • GOAL.COM
Where is Barcelona's money coming from?! Blaugrana ready to move for RB Leipzig star Dani Olmo despite Nico Williams transfer interest | Goal.com US Barcelona are reportedly ready to meet Dani Olmo's £50.5 million release clause, while also harbouring desires to land Spain compatriot Nico...
JULY 20 • GOAL.COM
Nets opener Williams scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal), 10 crosses (two accurate) and six corners in Sunday's 2-1 win versus England.
Impact Williams was left wide open at the back post in the opening moments of the second half and found the back of the net. The winger was incredible throughout the tournament and showed exactly why he's been linked to Barcelona in a massive move. It's unclear if Williams will complete that move or if he will return to Athletic Club, but he should be one of the best wingers in La Liga either way.
JULY 18 • ROTOWIRE
Transfer Centre LIVE! Amadou Onana, Nico Williams and Matthijs de Ligt latest Follow the latest news, gossip and rumours from the transfer market...
JULY 17 • SKY.COM
Euro 2024 final: Same old problem - England didn't keep the ball well enough, says Gary Neville Englands hearts were broken in the Euro 2024 final, Spain scoring late to seal a 2-1 win; Mikel Oyarzabals 86th-minute goal won it after sub...
JULY 15 • SKY.COM
Should Spain's youthful Euro 2024 success make them 2026 World Cup favorites?
What does the Spaniards' Euro 2024 triumph say about their 2026 World Cup chances? The "FOX Soccer NOW" crew weighed in.JULY 14
