Spain fans hail 'truly special' star as the 'game-changer' for his performance in 1-0 Portugal win: "Remember the name","The future is here" × Follow Us Create Notifications New User posted their first comment this is comment text Link Approve Reject & ban Delete Log in Manage your profile Editing Story Queue Video Queue Editing Stats Writer Home SEO Redirection Admin Wiki Edits Taxonomy Home Edit Site Menu Mapping Dashboard Tag Pages Community Social Feed Queue Feed Center Notification Center Affiliate Home Manage Pages Bottom Tagline Dash Timeless Stories Logout Football UEFA Nations League 2022-23 News

Spain fans hail truly special star as the game-changer for his performance in 1-0 Portugal win Remember the name The future is here

By Apratim Banerjee Modified 28 Sep 2022 Follow Us Comment Share Fans were in awe of Spain substitute Spain star Nico Williams was held in high regard by fans after his game-changing performance against Portugal in the UEFA Nations League on Tuesday (September 27). The Athletic Bilbao forward was brought in in the 73rd minute of the game as a substitute for a hapless Ferran Torres. The 20-year-old made an instant impact, tantalizing both Nuno Mendes and Joao Cancelo on both sides of Portugal's defense. His ability was on full display throughout the cameo appearance. Williams rose above Cancelo in the 88th minute to provide a headed assist for Alvaro Morata. Spain secured their qualification into the top four of the UEFA Nations League with the last-ditch goal from the Atletico Madrid attacker. Williams, who made his debut for La Roja earlier this week against Switzerland, certainly has the talent to become a superstar in the future. For those who don't know, Nico Williams is the younger brother of Bilbao star Inaki Williams. However, the older brother represents the Ghanaian national team at international level. Nevertheless, one assist, two shots on target, and 91 % pass accuracy is a mere statistical highlight of Williams' cameo appearance. Fans hailed the youngster and claimed that the future is bright for the younger Williams brother as his growth continues. Here are some of the best reactions after Williams' performance during Portugal vs. Spain: CFCRep@cfcrep1Nico Williams (20) - remember the name. Electric Winger. Absolutely rapid, is both footed, can play both wings, has good finishing, excellent dribbling, can beat multiple players, good crossing. Contract currently expires 2024, has a release clause of around £30-40m. Top Prospect761Nico Williams (20) - remember the name. Electric Winger. Absolutely rapid, is both footed, can play both wings, has good finishing, excellent dribbling, can beat multiple players, good crossing. Contract currently expires 2024, has a release clause of around £30-40m. Top Prospect https://t.co/xiRlj1gsRb Kehinde Hassan Afolabi@hfworld_Three days after his international debut, Nico Williams assists a crucial goal that sends Spain into the semi finals of the UEFA Nations League.

The future is here... 151Three days after his international debut, Nico Williams assists a crucial goal that sends Spain into the semi finals of the UEFA Nations League.The future is here... https://t.co/7YZtbl4RR1 B/R Football@brfootballSaturday: Nico Williams makes his debut for Spain.

Today: Assists Morata for the 88th-minute winner vs. Portugal.

12372826Saturday: Nico Williams makes his debut for Spain.Today: Assists Morata for the 88th-minute winner vs. Portugal. https://t.co/O9Cr4TLkOj The Red Fury @SpainSystemSpain’s potential qualifying goal. Fantastic work by Dani Carvajal and Nico Williams.

906126Spain’s potential qualifying goal. Fantastic work by Dani Carvajal and Nico Williams.https://t.co/LD73vCOOb1 Owuraku Ampofo@_owurakuampofoNico Williams just assisted the goal that might send Spain into the UEFA Nations League semi-finals.1533110Nico Williams just assisted the goal that might send Spain into the UEFA Nations League semi-finals. Millustalents@millustalentsNico Williams vs. Portugal:

17 minutes
1 assists
? 2 shots on target
? 19 touches
? 1 successful dribble
10 (91%) accurate passes
1 big chances created
? 1 ground duels won
1 aerials duels won
1 balls recoveries
? 1-0 win

Game changer1808Nico Williams vs. Portugal: 17 minutes 1 assists? 2 shots on target? 19 touches ? 1 successful dribble 10 (91%) accurate passes 1 big chances created? 1 ground duels won 1 aerials duels won 1 balls recoveries? 1-0 winGame changer https://t.co/YHyG4J9CQY OptaJose@OptaJose1 - At 20 years and 77 days, Nico Williams has become the youngest player to provide an assist for Spain in the UEFA Nations League history. Providential.259231 - At 20 years and 77 days, Nico Williams has become the youngest player to provide an assist for Spain in the UEFA Nations League history. Providential. https://t.co/BEM8JJOWEL Ezenwanyi Camp Nou @Jiji_ByteNico Williams is truly special.36523Nico Williams is truly special. https://t.co/FHXqnJNZgG

Inaki Williams heaps praise on his younger brother and Spain star Nico

Nico Williams in action for Spain Inaki Williams recently praised his younger brother Nico for the abilities he possesses. Both players represent Athletic Bilbao at club level. While speaking to Mundo Deportivo, here's what the older Williams brother had to say about his sibling (h/t HITC): "Physically I am a bit superior. Even though I am eight years older than him, in the 100 meters I still give him a cramp! But, in one-on-ones, however, he is practically unstoppable. (His rise) is incredible. "He is showing that he is (improving), he is gaining experience. In front of goal, he is improving a lot. And the truth is, if I were Luis Enrique, I would also call up Nico. He is a talent, a rough diamond that needs to be polished. " He added:"He has a lot of room for improvement and hopefully he can continue to improve.” Nico has bagged two goals and assists each in six appearances for Bilbao as they sit fourth in the La Liga table. Poll : 0 votes Quick Links More from Sportskeeda Edited by Puranjay × Feedback Thank You! Be the first one to comment Follow Us Share Show More Comments GIF Comment in moderation 0 0 Reply x Edit Delete Delete the comment? No thanks Delete GIF Cancel Update GIF Cancel Reply ❮ ❯ GIF Comment in moderation 0 0 Reply x Edit Delete Delete the comment? No thanks Delete GIF Cancel Update GIF Cancel Reply ❮ ❯ Be the first one to comment on this story More from Sportskeeda Fetching more content... 1 Manage your profile Editing Story Queue Video Queue Editing Stats Writer Home SEO Redirection Admin Wiki Edits Taxonomy Home Edit Site Menu Mapping Dashboard Tag Pages Community Social Feed Queue Feed Center Notification Center Affiliate Home Manage Pages Bottom Tagline Dash Timeless Stories Logout No Results Found Get the free App now Manage notifications Popular ‍ Sports (30+) CricketCricket HomeScheduleT20 World CupT20 warm upIND vs SAENG vs PAKAUS vs ENGLegends LeagueECS T10 CroatiaWBBL 2022ECC T10SMAT 2022Bukhatir LeagueNZ T20 Tri-SeriesWomen's Asia Cup 2022ECT10 FootballFootball HomeNewslettersSK Experts ScheduleEPLNations LeagueLa LigaLigue 1Champions LeagueFIFA WCMLS Bundesliga Serie A WWEWWE HomeNewslettersRumor RoundupRAWSmackDownResultsRosterChampionsWWE Crown Jewel 2022PPV ScheduleAEW EsportsEsports HomeMinecraftOverwatch 2RobloxGenshin ImpactFortniteGTAStreamersFree FirePUBGValorantBGMIPop CultureAnimeGaming TechWiki Guides TennisTennis HomeTennis calendarTennis Results TodayATP RankingsWTA RankingsRoger FedererRafael NadalNovak DjokovicSerena Williams MMAMMA HomeUFC NewsONE ChampionshipUFC Fight NightScheduleRankingsResultsUFC Fights TonightONE Championship ResultsONE Championship ScheduleONE Championship Rankings KabaddiKabaddi HomePKL 2022PKL SchedulePKL Points TableKabaddi Rules WikiWiki HomeMinecraft WikiNaruto WikiTikTok WikiYoutube WikiGTA WikiTerraria WikiOne Piece Wiki MoreSportsBasketballIndian FootballNFLMinecraftFormula 1NascarPop CultureCollege FootballHockeyGolfAthleticsBadmintonGymnasticsWrestlingSwimmingTennisShootingBoxingArcheryWinter SportsRobloxFree PicksSkateboardingKho KhoLifestyle LINKS About Us Write For Us Policies Editorial Standards Journalism Awards Fact Check Affiliate Program Careers CSR Privacy Policy Contact Us Edition: English हिन्दी