Michael Essien Praises Nico Williams After Display Against England

Former Chelsea midfielder Michael Essien has heaped praises on Spanish-Ghanaian forward Nico Williams after his display against England during the European Championship final. 

Williams Jr scored as Spain defeated England 2-1 to win Euro 2024 at Berlin's Olympiastadion on Sunday, July 14, 2024.

Essien was in Germany to watch the game as well as work as a pundit for the final match.

"He was amazing, amazing. I mean as a young player, turning up in this big game, scoring for your country, I mean what more can I say? He has been fantastic," he told Sporty TV.

Williams Jr was also named Man of the Match following his exceptional display against the Three Lions.

The younger brother of Ghana forward, Inaki Williams, netted two goals and delivered an assist in six matches at the European Championship.

He also became the second player with Ghanaian heritage to win the competition after Marcel Dessailly, who was champion of Europe with France in 2000.