Iñaki Williams retires from Ghana international football to focus on Athletic Club
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 11, 2026, 11:13 AM
Last updated Sep 11, 2026

Athletic Club forward Iñaki Williams has officially announced his retirement from international football. The decision ends his tenure with the Ghana national team, for whom he first debuted in 2022. Williams confirmed the move via a statement on social media, expressing gratitude to the federation, his former teammates, and the fans of the Black Stars. During his international career, he represented Ghana at the World Cup in Qatar and the Africa Cup of Nations. The striker stated that he intends to dedicate his full physical efforts to his club duties in Bilbao. This departure leaves a void in the Ghanaian attacking roster ahead of upcoming international fixtures and qualifying tournaments.
- •Iñaki Williams announced his retirement from international football on September 11, 2026.
- •The forward debuted for the Ghana national team in 2022.
- •Williams represented the Black Stars at the World Cup and the Africa Cup of Nations.
- •The decision aims to prioritize his physical commitments with Athletic Club.
- 11:13 AMYahoo Sports — Williams bids farewell to Ghana and will focus solely on Athletic
"Iñaki Williams has made a radical decision regarding his professional career. The Athletic Club forward has officially announced his retirement from international football, meaning he will no longer ...
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