Athletic Bilbao secured a 1-0 victory over Las Palmas in their La Liga match on Saturday evening. The match was played at the San Mamés Stadium and saw Athletic Bilbao take the lead through a stunning set-piece goal.
The first half was a cagey affair as both teams struggled to create any real opportunities. However, things took a dramatic turn in the second half when Athletic Bilbao's substitute player scored a stunning goal from a set-piece.
With just under 20 minutes left in the game, a cross from the right-wing came in from Athletic Bilbao's captain, Ander Iturraspe. He then hit it into the top corner of the Las Palmas net, giving his team a crucial lead that they would not relinquish.
The win for Athletic Bilbao is a significant one, as they have now secured their place in the top four of the league table. The result also comes after a tough start to the season for the club, who had lost three of their opening four matches.
Overall, it was a remarkable display of skill and execution from Athletic Bilbao, who showed their quality in the final third despite being behind for much of the match. The win will undoubtedly boost their confidence ahead of their next match against Real Madrid, which could be a highly anticipated showdown between two of the top sides in La Liga.