Ghana international Iñaki Williams has announced his decision to bring his journey with the Ghana national team, the Black Stars, to an end.
The Athletic Bilbao forward made the emotional announcement in a heartfelt message, reflecting on his time representing Ghana and the special connection he has developed with the country.
Williams said he believes the time has come to close this chapter of his career with the Black Stars. Despite the decision, he leaves the national team with happiness, pride and peace of mind, knowing that he gave his best whenever he represented Ghana.
“I leave happy, proud and with the peace of mind of knowing that I gave everything every time I wore this shirt,” Williams said.
The forward also explained that representing Ghana has meant much more to him than football. According to Williams, playing for the Black Stars gave him the opportunity to reconnect with his roots and experience the enormous pride that comes with representing his country.
“Ghana has given me much more than football. It has allowed me to come back home, feel even closer to my roots and experience the enormous pride of representing my country and wearing this flag on my chest,” he added.
Williams also expressed his gratitude to everyone who has been part of his journey with the Black Stars and thanked Ghanaians for the love and support they have shown him throughout his international career.
Although his playing journey with Ghana has now come to an end, Williams made it clear that his connection with the country and the Black Stars will remain strong.
He said he will continue supporting the national team as one of its fans, wherever he may be.
“Ghana will always be a part of me. I will continue supporting the Black Stars as one of you, wherever I am,” he stated.
Williams concluded his message with a simple but powerful expression of gratitude: “Medaase. Always Ghana.”
His announcement brings an emotional end to Iñaki Williams’ chapter with the Black Stars.
