“I hope it crosses borders and changes a lot of minds”

Iñaki and Nico Williams They hope that the documentary that shows part of their lives and their last two years as professionals will serve as a help to many young Africans who come to Europe in search of a better life, as their parents did at that time. Maria and Felix. “Having a camera so close for a long time is really difficult. My brother convinced me to record this film. Now seeing the result, I am super proud of what we have achieved, of what we will pass on . They have been years of many disappointments. This will remain a legacy. Raul de la Fuente.

“I think we can change a lot of mindsets. When we started this project, I knew that in the Basque Country I already knew our history, but it could be more and make people sympathize and help without anything in return, which is what the family has. Williams to the many people who helped us without receiving anything in return,” he added.

“The message is that people who come from other countries do not come to do any harm, they come to earn their bread, try to work and achieve a good future. I think the film is a clear example of this, I hope it reaches many people because it is important,” he reiterated. Nico.

‘9’ states at one point in the film that he has suffered more racism in football than on the street. “I just think that in football there are times when something happens and that barrier can be broken. There are many instances when people, instead of going to the stadium to cheer for their team, take out their frustration on the players. Football is a very strong focus, it opens windows for many people and represents other values ​​that are often lost. Now there are many changes, things are being changed, people who are doing it are being condemned. This can make football change and everything go for the better,” he stated about the condemnations of fans who insult inside a field.