Athletic Bilbao emerged victorious in a closely contested La Liga encounter against Rayo Vallecano on Saturday evening, thanks to a late goal by Spanish-born Ghanaian winger Nico Williams.
The win marked an important milestone in the head-to-head record between the two teams, with Athletic Bilbao now boasting 11 wins to Rayo Vallecano's three, along with four draws.
Nico Williams, who has been a key player for Athletic Bilbao this season, started the game at the Estadio de Vallecas and displayed his impressive stamina by lasting the full 90 minutes.
Despite Rayo Vallecano's dominant possession and higher number of shots on goal, it was Williams who made the most of his opportunity in the 67th minute.
With a swift and precise right-footed shot from a very close range, Williams found the center of the goal, leaving the opposition goalkeeper with no chance to react. The assist for the goal was provided by Alex Berenguer.
Nico Williams made 31 appearances, scored five goals, and provided eleven assists in La Liga this season.