We shall utilise our chances against Arsenal – Inaki Williams

Athletic Club forward Inaki Williams has welcomed the club’s involvement in the UEFA Champions League this season ahead of their opening match.

The La Liga side comes up against Arsenal on matchday one, looking to make the most of the home game against Premier League side Arsenal.

The game will also be Athletic Club’s first taste of Champions League football since the 2014/15 season, when they made the group stage.

Speaking ahead of the game against the Gunners, Inaki, who was appointed the team’s captain ahead of this season, says they will do everything in their power to keep competing in the tournament.

“For years we have fought to be where we are. We are going to fight to keep the dream alive for as long as possible,” Inaki said at his pre-match press conference.

“We are playing against a great team, one that shows no mercy. We have to make the most of the chances we get. At San Mamés, we always have our moment, and the key will be to make the most of it. We will try to stifle them in their own half, break up their play in midfield, and finish off moves quickly, with the support of our fans,” he added.

Athletic Club go into the game against Arsenal on the back of a 0–1 loss to Alavés over the weekend in the Spanish top flight.