Winning an award like this means you are doing things right- Inaki Williams

Iñaki Williams is over the moon after being crowned the LaLiga SPORTY African MVP for the second consecutive time.

Williams’ standout season makes him a deserving winner of the award. Athletic Club enjoyed a historic 2024/25 LaLiga campaign, securing their first Champions League spot in a decade.

The 30-year-old played more minutes than any other player in the squad and contributed 14 goals and assists combined, proving vital to the team’s success.

Williams is the first back-to-back winner in the history of the award and came on top with 32 per cent of the vote conducted among expert journalists and fans across the continent.

“Winning an award like this means you are doing things right. I’m so happy and proud that I’ve won it two years in a row. Hopefully, I can make it three.”

These words perfectly capture the essence of Williams’ achievement, and it’s clear that he’s motivated to continue pushing himself to greater heights.

Williams is not just proud of his individual achievement but also the fact that he can represent his African heritage in a league that has a huge following.

“It’s a real honor to be able to represent our roots in some way to give visibility in a league that’s so special and has always had such a huge following,” he said.

This sentiment highlights Williams’ appreciation for the impact he can have on the continent and his desire to be a role model for young African footballers.

Williams’ success is not just about personal glory; it’s also about inspiring the next generation of African footballers.

“It’s a beautiful thing for young people across Africa, a continent where football has always been a big part of life, to be able to see their role models succeed,” he said.

With his achievements, Williams is paving the way for other African players to follow in his footsteps and make a name for themselves in LaLiga.

 

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