“Raul Garcia: Iñaki Williams Yet to Hit His Stride with Ghana”
Raul Garcia, the former Athletic Club forward, has admitted that Iñaki Williams is yet to fully find his form with the Ghana national team.
Williams, who switched international allegiance to Ghana in 2022 despite being born and raised in Spain’s Basque region, made his debut for the Black Stars in a friendly against Brazil. Since then, he has featured in 17 matches for Ghana but has managed to score just one goal—a sharp contrast to his impressive club performances.
At Athletic Bilbao, Williams has been a standout figure, helping the team break a 40-year drought to claim the Copa del Rey and adding two Spanish Super Cups to his trophy cabinet. This season, the 30-year-old forward has continued to excel, scoring four goals and providing five assists in 18 La Liga appearances, contributing to Bilbao’s strong position in fourth place.
Speaking to LALIGA press, Raul Garcia highlighted the challenges Williams faces with Ghana. “It is true that he has not reached the desired levels when he plays for Ghana,” Garcia said. “Traveling long distances for international games can affect a player’s performance, but Iñaki is committed to doing things the right way and giving his best for the team.”
While his transition to international football has been challenging, Williams remains determined to succeed. Ghana fans and teammates alike hope his club brilliance will soon translate into consistent performances on the international stage.