We’re Itching to Win Against Arsenal in the Champions League – Inaki Williams
Athletic Bilbao forward Inaki Williams has expressed his excitement and determination ahead of his side’s UEFA Champions League group stage opener against Arsenal on Tuesday night.
The Ghanaian international, who has been one of Bilbao’s most consistent performers over the years, described the upcoming fixture as a dream come true, not only for him but for the entire squad.
“I’m itching to win. For most of the team, it’s going to be our first Champions League match,” Williams said in a pre-match press conference. “For years we’ve been fighting to be there tomorrow, and we’re going to work hard to make that dream come true.”
Bilbao, making their long-awaited return to Europe’s elite club competition, will have the daunting task of facing last season’s English Premier League runners-up at San Mamés.
Arsenal, with their depth and quality, enter the contest as favorites, but Williams believes the Basque side’s spirit and unity will give them a fighting chance.
Williams has been pivotal in Bilbao’s rise, combining his pace, pressing, and leadership to drive the team forward. His words reflect the hunger within Ernesto Valverde’s squad as they prepare to test themselves against some of Europe’s finest.
Fans at San Mamés are expected to create a raucous atmosphere as Bilbao seeks to make a statement on their Champions League return. For Williams and his teammates, Tuesday represents not just another match, but the realization of a long-cherished ambition.