Nico Williams is a Spanish professional footballer currently playing as a winger for Athletic Bilbao in La Liga and the Spain national team. He is a notable player in Spanish football, known for his skills and contributions as a winger.
In 1986, it was the last time two siblings had been on the pitch at the same time for the club.
In July 2002, Nicholas "Nico" Williams Arthuer was born. He would later become a professional footballer.
In 2013, Nico Williams joined Athletic Bilbao's youth academy, marking a significant step in his early football career.
In 2019, Nico Williams began his senior career with Athletic Bilbao's farm team, Basconia, marking his entry into professional football.
In May 2020, Nico Williams was promoted to the reserve team in the Segunda División B, a step forward in his professional career.
In 2020, Nico Williams first represented Spain with the under-18 squad, scoring two goals in four games.
In 2020, Nico Williams was promoted to Athletic Bilbao's reserve team, indicating progress in his development within the club.
In February 2021, Nico Williams was called up to the Spain under-19s, further progressing in his international youth career.
In January 2022, Nico Williams scored his first two goals for Athletic Bilbao and was given a first-team contract after meeting certain clauses. He also scored the winning goal against Atlético Madrid in the Supercopa de España semi-final.
In September 2022, Nico Williams received his first call-up to the Spain senior squad, marking a significant milestone in his international career.
On 11 September 2022, Nico Williams was named player of the match in a 4–1 away win against Elche CF, where he scored his first La Liga goal, continuing his rise in professional football.
On 1 December 2023, a new contract running to 2027 was agreed on with Athletic Bilbao after months of negotiation.
On 6 April 2024, Nico Williams assisted a goal in the Copa del Rey final, was named Man of the Match, and won the tournament in a penalty shootout, securing Athletic Bilbao's first major trophy in 40 years.
In May 2024, Nico Williams was selected in the 26-man squad for the UEFA Euro 2024.
In 2027, the contract agreed upon in December 2023 will end.