Inaki Williams: Black Stars Striker Scores as Atheltic Bilbao Knock Barcelona Out of Copa Del Rey

• Inaki Williams is back with a bang after scoring for Atheltic Bilbao in the Copa del Rey
• The Black Stars striker was on target again as his Spanish side defeated Barcelona 4-2
• Williams left Ghana's camp on Wednesday and played against Barcelona the same day

Ghana forward, Inaki Williams raced back from Africa to face Barcelona in the Copa del Rey, propelling Athletic Bilbao into the semi-finals with a decisive goal in their 4-2 extra-time victory on Wednesday.

Despite playing for his country on Monday, the 29-year-old managed to make it back in time to help Athletic overcome the Spanish champions, adding to the pressure on La Blaugrana coach, Xavi Hernandez.

Williams, starting on the bench, left a significant mark upon entering the game in the second half as a substitute for Malcom Adu Ares in the 59th minute.

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The 29-year-old's notable contributions comprised a goal in the 105th minute of extra time and an assist to his younger brother, Nico Williams, to secure victory for Athletic Bilbao, per Ghanaweb.

Gorka Guruzeta and Oihan Sancet also contributed goals for Athletic Club, while Robert Lewandowski and Lamine Yamal scored consolation goals for Barcelona.

According to Super Sport, Inaki has amassed a total of 10 goals in various competitions this season.

Inaki Williams lands in Spain

As Sports Brief also reported, 29-year-old Williams returned to Spain on Wednesday morning in preparation for his team's Copa del Rey clash against FC Barcelona.

A member of Ghana's 27-man squad at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, he came back to Bilbao following his country's dismal elimination in the group stage on Monday.

Williams played in all three Group B matches for the Black Stars, including the last game where Ghana squandered a two-goal lead to draw against Mozambique.

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Inaki Williams reveals AFCON dreams

As Sports Brief previously reported, before the start of the ongoing biennial tournament in Ivory Coast, Williams revealed his AFCON 2023 aspirations.

The La Liga striker shared his dream of aiding the Black Stars in ending their 42-year title drought, while also aspiring to bring pride to his family back home.

However, Williams' hopes for success in the month-long continental competition were ultimately shattered as Ghana exited the tournament in the first round.