Athletic Bilbao coach Valverde explains supersub role for Nico in LaLiga opener

Williams started from the bench for the 1-1 draw.

Valverde later said: “I didn’t want him to play too much as a precaution.

"We have to give credit to Getafe, who are a difficult team to pass and complicated. Last year we won there 0-2, but at San Mames we didn’t manage to win.

"The low pace of play is something that they handle well and play with a type of thing that makes them a little ugly, but it is a team that plays well and is continuous."