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Nico Williams
Born: July 12, 2002
Height: 5' 10.5" (180cm)
Hometown: Pamplona, Spain
Nationality: 
Spanish
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SpanishPosition: Winger
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| Senior | 2021- | Athletic Bilbao |
Sports Mole has 615 articles about Nico Williams. Articles 1 to 40:
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Spain vs. Saudi Arabia: Lamine Yamal and Nico Williams ready to turn sterile possession into World Cup statement
Sports Mole breaks down Spain’s 27-shot, zero-goal frustration against Cape Verde, and explains the simple fixes Luis de la Fuente can make for Saudi Arabia.12:45
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Liverpool injury news: New Reds signing suffers major World Cup fitness blow
Liverpool and Spain attacker Victor Munoz suffers an injury setback which could rule him out for the remainder of the World Cup.17:05
2026 World Cup: Spain's chances of success this summer assessed after drab draw
Sports Mole's Football Editor Matt Law and Site Coordinator Ben Knapton discuss Spain's current situation at the 2026 World Cup.15:10
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Spain lineup vs. Saudi Arabia: Predicted XI for 2026 World Cup clash including Lamine Yamal decision
Sports Mole looks at how Spain could line up in their 2026 World Cup clash with Saudi Arabia.Jun 19, 09:44
Spain 0-0 Cape Verde: La Roja simply cannot win 2026 World Cup without superstar Lamine Yamal in full flow
Spain's goalless draw with Cape Verde demonstrates that La Roja cannot win the 2026 World Cup without the inspirational Lamine Yamal.Jun 15, 19:08
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Spain vs Cape Verde: How minnows could pull off biggest World Cup upset of all time
Cape Verde arrive at their first World Cup with a genuine set-piece threat, a manager who refuses to deviate from his principles, and a Spain opener where the favourites will be without their two best wide players from the start.Jun 14, 22:54
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Team News: Spain vs. Cape Verde injury, suspension list, predicted XIs
Sports Mole rounds up all the latest team news ahead of the 2026 World Cup clash between Spain and Cape Verde.Jun 14, 17:00
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F32%2Fmartin-zubimendi.jpg "Spain's Mikel Merino, Mikel Oyarzabal, Alex Remiro, Robin Le Normand and Martin Zubimendi celebrate on July 14, 2024")
World Cup 2026: Spain's unsung hero could be vital to La Roja's chances of success this summer
Sports Mole Football Editor Matt Law assesses Spain's chances of success at the 2026 World Cup ahead of their tournament opener against Cape Verde.Jun 13, 19:54
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Spain vs. Cape Verde: Predicted La Roja XI including Lamine Yamal, Nico Williams decisions
Sports Mole looks at how Spain could line up in their 2026 World Cup contest with Cape Verde.Jun 13, 15:21
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Preview:Spain vs Cape Verde - prediction, team news, lineups | 2026 World Cup
Sports Mole previews Monday's World Cup clash between Spain and Cape Verde, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Jun 13, 14:45
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Arsenal transfer news: Gunners get huge boost over £50m Spain star Mikel Arteta has wanted since 2024
Arsenal have been handed a boost in their pursuit of Nico Williams, with the Spain winger reassessing his future after a difficult season at Athletic Bilbao.Jun 10, 13:18
Spain lineup vs. Peru: Predicted XI for friendly as Lamine Yamal and Nico Williams face race against time for World Cup 2026
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Spain could line up for their international friendly clash against Peru on Tuesday.Jun 6, 23:57
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Preview:Peru vs Spain - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Tuesday's International Friendlies clash between Peru and Spain, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Jun 6, 23:42
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Preview:Athletic Bilbao vs Celta Vigo - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's La Liga clash between Athletic Bilbao and Celta Vigo, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.May 15, 14:52
Preview:Espanyol vs Athletic Bilbao - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's La Liga clash between Espanyol and Athletic Bilbao, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.May 11, 19:43
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Spain World Cup 2026 squad: Full list, predicted lineup, depth chart, latest news
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at the Spain squad for the 2026 World Cup, including the full list of players, predicted XI, depth charts and latest news.May 11, 11:59
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World Cup 2026: Spain suffer huge injury scare before tournament - "It can't be"
Spain suffer a huge injury scare ahead of the 2026 World Cup, as Nico Williams suffers an injury while playing for Athletic Bilbao.May 10, 16:56
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Preview:Athletic Bilbao vs Valencia - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's La Liga clash between Athletic Bilbao and Valencia, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.May 8, 12:16
Preview:Alaves vs Athletic Bilbao - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's La Liga clash between Alaves and Athletic Bilbao, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Apr 30, 11:56
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Arsenal transfer news: Andrea Berta plots £78m 'statement' signing who could replace Gabriel Martinelli
Arsenal eye a major summer upgrade on the left wing as Nico Williams emerges as a top target amid growing uncertainty over Gabriel Martinelli’s future.Apr 20, 12:07
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Preview:Athletic Bilbao vs Villarreal - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's La Liga clash between Athletic Bilbao and Villarreal, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Apr 10, 18:20
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Arsenal transfer news: Gunners 'closely monitoring' Newcastle star as four-man winger shortlist emerges
Arsenal are preparing a major summer overhaul in attack, with Anthony Gordon emerging as a key target. The Gunners are assessing several elite winger options as doubts grow over Gabriel Martinelli’s long‑term role under Mikel Arteta.Apr 10, 12:56
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Preview:Getafe vs Athletic Bilbao - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's La Liga clash between Getafe and Athletic Bilbao, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Apr 3, 17:38
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Preview:Athletic Bilbao vs Real Betis - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's La Liga clash between Athletic Bilbao and Real Betis, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Mar 20, 19:20
Preview:Girona vs Athletic Bilbao - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's La Liga clash between Girona and Athletic Bilbao, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Mar 12, 15:59
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Nico Williams to Man United: Could Red Devils seriously sign Athletic Bilbao, Spain star this summer?
Manchester United are reportedly considering making what would be a spectacular move for Athletic Bilbao attacker Nico Williams.Mar 12, 09:43
Preview:Real Sociedad vs Athletic Bilbao - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's Copa del Rey clash between Real Sociedad and Athletic Bilbao, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Mar 2, 21:54
Preview:Rayo Vallecano vs Athletic Bilbao - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's La Liga clash between Rayo Vallecano and Athletic Bilbao, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Feb 26, 18:05
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Arsenal transfer news: £69.9m attacker 'evaluating' contract agreement after Andrea Berta talks
Arsenal reportedly hold talks with a £69.9m attacker, who is now evaluating a contract agreement following contact from Andrea Berta.Feb 22, 07:22
Preview:Athletic Bilbao vs Elche - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Friday's La Liga clash between Athletic Bilbao and Elche, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Feb 18, 10:24
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Arsenal transfer news: Major Nico Williams update after £87.2m 'market-testing exercise'
Arsenal reportedly receive a major boost in their pursuit of £87.2m Athletic Bilbao attacker Nico Williams - but is he worth the money?Feb 17, 07:32
Preview:Real Oviedo vs Athletic Bilbao - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's La Liga clash between Real Oviedo and Athletic Bilbao, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Feb 13, 14:39
Preview:Athletic Bilbao vs Levante - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's La Liga clash between Athletic Bilbao and Levante, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Feb 6, 19:04
Preview:Valencia vs Athletic Bilbao - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's Copa del Rey clash between Valencia and Athletic Bilbao, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Feb 2, 11:00
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Preview:Athletic Bilbao vs Real Sociedad - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's La Liga clash between Athletic Bilbao and Real Sociedad, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Jan 30, 21:52
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Preview:Atalanta BC vs. Athletic Bilbao - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's Champions League clash between Atalanta BC and Athletic Bilbao, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Jan 20, 00:05
Mallorca vs Athletic Bilbao - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's La Liga clash between Mallorca and Athletic Bilbao, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Jan 15, 16:40
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Preview:Barcelona vs Athletic Bilbao - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's Supercopa de Espana clash between Barcelona and Athletic Bilbao, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Jan 5, 23:18
Preview:Osasuna vs Athletic Bilbao - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's La Liga clash between Osasuna and Athletic Bilbao, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Jan 1, 18:12
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Real Madrid handed major Nico Williams transfer 'boost' amid Vinicius Junior future uncertainty
Real Madrid receive a major boost in their attempts to prise Athletic Bilbao attacker Nico Williams away from San Mames, according to a report.Dec 21, 12:56
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