In the new documentary series Un equipo llamado España, winger Nico Williams recalls a funny moment with teammate Lamine Yamal before the 2024 UEFA European Championship semi-final against France.
Nico Williams, who was born in Pamplona, Spain, to Ghanaian parents, remembers being “paralyzed with fear” on the bus ride to the Allianz Arena. But while Nico Williams was anxiously preparing for the high-stakes match, 17-year-old Lamine Yamal—who hails from Esplugues de Llobregat, Spain, with roots in Equatorial Guinea and Morocco—was sound asleep.
“I thought, how can he sleep before such an important game? That boy…” Williams said, laughing at the difference in their pre-match mindsets. The moment provides a light-hearted glimpse into the team’s dynamics as they navigated one of the most exciting tournaments of the year.
The series offers rare behind-the-scenes insights into Spain’s Euro 2024 journey, showcasing the personalities and relationships that made this squad one to remember.
