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The EURO 2024 star heaped praises on the Ivory Coast star as one of his football idols growing up
Athletic Bilbao winger Nico Williams has revealed his admiration for Wilfried Zaha, naming the Ivorian international alongside Neymar and Cristiano Ronaldo as his football idols.
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The 22-year-old Spaniard, who has already tasted international success, admitted that Zaha’s style of play had a major influence on his development.
Wilfried Zaha’s influence on Williams’ game
Williams recently spoke with France Football about the players who shaped his attacking approach. While Neymar and Ronaldo were expected mentions, it was the inclusion of Wilfried Zaha that raised eyebrows.
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The EURO 2024 winner said, “Zaha, who I haven’t already named, I loved him when he was at Crystal Palace.
“I cut my hair like this to look like him. I tried to copy their dribbles, to copy them as much as possible and move like them, just to do 5% of what they could do.”
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Zaha, now playing in the MLS for Charlotte, made a name for himself at Crystal Palace, impressing fans and young talents with his quick feet and dribbling ability.
Though his recent spells at Galatasaray and Lyon were underwhelming, his impact on young talents like Williams underscores his legacy.
Williams’ attracting interest from top European clubs
Despite being just 22 years old, Williams has already built an impressive career at Athletic Bilbao, registering 26 goals and 28 assists in 156 games.
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His standout performances last season earned him a spot in Spain’s Euro-winning squad, where he was one of the biggest stars for victorious La Roja.
Williams was heavily linked with a summer move to Barcelona, but he ultimately chose to remain in Bilbao, stating that staying put “felt right.”
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With his skill set and inspiration drawn from legends like Neymar, Ronaldo, and Zaha, Williams continues to elevate his game and prove why he’s one of LaLiga’s most exciting talents.
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