La Liga 2017-18 Team of the Week: Lionel Messi dazzles, and Geoffrey Kondogbia continues to impress

Inaki Williams was on fire for Athletic Bilbao this week

Forward - Inaki Williams (Athletic Bilbao)

End product has often been a criticism levelled at Inaki Williams, but there are promising signs at the start of the 2017/2018 season. Athletic Bilbao’s match against Girona this weekend saw the Basque wide man provide two assists for his side in a 2-0 win. From the right-hand side, his pace caused a lot of problems for a slightly slow visiting defence, with his contributions proving vital for another good three points for Kuko Ziganda.

Forward - Lionel Messi (Barcelona)

The Catalan derby ended up being won at a canter by Barcelona, with Lionel Messi firing home the first three goals to put Espanyol to the sword at Camp Nou. The first was offside, but there could be no complaints about the finishes, with the Argentine appearing to be enjoying his role as a false nine once again. His early-season form is pointing towards a very prolific season.

Forward - Maxi Gomez (Celta Vigo)

Uruguay has some interesting striking talent to choose from in the future, with Maxi Gomez looking like one of the best bargains of the summer transfer window so far. Another goal for the young striker came against Alaves, enough to take three points and put plenty of smiles on the faces of the fans at Balaidos. His instincts in the box, mixed with his physicality, make him a real threat for any team, regardless of how much or little Celta manage to create.