Athletic Club forward Inaki Williams has announced his retirement from international football with Ghana, Goal.com reports. The 32-year-old confirmed the decision on Saturday, September 12, 2026, describing it as an emotional one.
Williams said Ghana will always remain part of him, according to Goal.com. He leaves the Black Stars having scored two goals for the national team, a record noted by GhanaSoccernet.
The Spain-born striker, who plays his club football for Athletic Club in La Liga, switched his international allegiance to Ghana in 2022. He had previously represented Spain at youth level.
His time with the Black Stars drew scrutiny from some quarters. GhanaSoccernet reported that questions remained over whether he ever truly fitted into the national setup, even as he departs with his two international goals to his name. BBC and ESPN both carried confirmation of the retirement, with BBC referring to him as a Ghana and Athletic Bilbao forward.
Williams is the latest in a line of players born abroad to commit to Ghana in recent years, and his exit closes a brief chapter in the team's attacking history. The announcement came during the international window, when national teams across Africa were in action.
Ghana's coaching staff will now need to look at other options in attack as the team continues its upcoming campaign. What happens next with the Black Stars' forward line is the story to follow.
