Nico Williams Fires Bilbao into Europa League Quarters; Eintracht Hammer Ajax

 Athletic Bilbao showcased a remarkable performance to secure their spot in the UEFA Europa League quarter-finals, overturning a first-leg deficit against AS Roma. The Spanish side triumphed 3-1 in the second leg at San Mamés, advancing with a 4-3 aggregate score.

Key to this victory was the stellar play of Nico Williams, who netted two crucial goals. His first came shortly after the halftime break, leveling the aggregate score. Williams’ second goal, a solo effort in the 82nd minute, sealed the win for Bilbao.

The match took a decisive turn when Roma’s defender Gianluca Mancini received a red card in the 56th minute, reducing the Italian side to ten men. Bilbao capitalized on this advantage, with Yuri Berchiche scoring a powerful header to put them ahead before Williams’ final goal.

In another fixture, Eintracht Frankfurt delivered a commanding performance against Ajax, securing a 5-1 victory that propelled them into the quarter-finals. The German side dominated the match, showcasing their attacking prowess and solidifying their status as strong contenders in the competition.