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Neco Williams: Welsh media hail Nottingham Forest star for ‘superb’ moment in Wales draw with Ghana

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Credit: Imago Wed 3 June 2026 11:09, UK Neco Williams enjoyed a brilliant season for Nottingham Forest and he was on fire again on Tuesday as Wales drew 1-1 with Ghana.The home side dominated much of the match at Cardiff City Stadium but found themselves 1-0 down midway through the second half when Caleb Yirenkyi scored.It was Williams’ cross that would provide the late equaliser for Craig Bellamy’s side, with Lewis Koumas heading in. Even without it, the right-back’s exploits have not gone unnoticed, and Nottingham Forest transfer chiefs may well be braced for offers this summer. 🔄 Nottingham Forest Transfer Update 🔄 Breaking news on signings, departures, and contract news from the Nottingham Forest boardroom.



VISIT THE FOREST TRANSFER HUB MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES Welsh media impressed by Neco WilliamsFormer chief executive Keith Wyness exclusively told Football Insider last month that Everton are interested in Williams, and the Toffees are not the only club.The right-back has enjoyed a hugely impressive season at the City Ground, constantly managing to impress despite Nottingham Forest’s struggles.Neco WilliamsStats vs Ghana (H)Minutes played90Accurate passes55/62Assists1Big chances created2Successful dribbles2/3Tackles3Duels won9/15Was fouled3It was no different on Tuesday, with the 25-year-old delivering a fine performance on the international stage. Perhaps could have reacted better for the goal, but cross for equaliser was superb.”What Vitor Pereira said amid Williams talksNottingham Forest are under no immediate pressure to agree a new contract with Williams, given that he signed a new deal until 2029 last summer.

Neco Williams is your 2025/26 Player of the Season! 👏 pic.twitter.com/JanVichECC— Nottingham Forest (@NFFC) May 24, 2026 It should not be ruled out that Williams could return to Anfield, though, but Pereira will hope to prove his ambition enough to convince the defender into a new contract. I know what I can expect from him in every game.” Don’t Miss a Beat: Your Nottingham Forest Insider Access Updated 24/7 with expert analysis from the heart of the City Ground.