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Brothers Clash for National Glory in 2026 World Cup
23 Jun
Summary
- Iñaki and Nico Williams, brothers from Athletic Club, represent different nations.
- Iñaki chose to play for Ghana after a prior cap with another country.
- Nico quickly rose through the Spanish national team ranks at a young age.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup showcases the Williams brothers, Iñaki and Nico, both talented forwards for Athletic Club. Their participation, however, is marked by a unique international split, as they represent different national teams. Iñaki proudly plays for Ghana, while his younger brother, Nico, competes for Spain.
This international duality stems from Iñaki's earlier career. He earned a cap in 2016 but was not selected for subsequent matches. In 2022, he utilized FIFA's one-time national team switch policy to represent Ghana, his parents' country of origin, famously playing in the 2022 World Cup.
Nico, on the other hand, progressed swiftly through the Spanish football system. He made his senior debut for Spain at the young age of 18, solidifying his place on the national squad. Despite the potential for a potent attacking partnership for Spain, Iñaki's one-time switch renders him permanently committed to Ghana for his international career.
