In a lively match this Sunday, Athletic Bilbao triumphed over Levante with a scoreline of 4-2, showcasing their prowess at home. The hosts secured their goals through Gorka Guruzeta, who found the net twice in the first half (28’ and 33’), alongside Nicolás Serrano (40’) and Robert Navarro (53’). Levante managed to respond with goals from Unai Elgezabal (35’) and Jon Olasagasti (48’), but it wasn’t enough to change the outcome.
Guruzeta was undoubtedly the star of the match, delivering an impressive performance with two goals to his name, four shots on target, and nine successful passes. Iñaki Williams also shone for Athletic Bilbao, completing 32 effective passes, making three tackles, and attempting three shots on goal.
Coach Ernesto Valverde set up his side in a 4-5-1 formation, featuring Unai Simón between the posts, backed by a defense of Andoni Gorosabel, Aitor Paredes, Aymeric Laporte, and Yuri Berchiche. The midfield included Iñigo Ruiz, Mikel Jauregizar, Iñaki Williams, Nicolás Serrano, and Nico Williams, while Gorka Guruzeta led the attack.
On the other side, Levante’s manager Luís Castro adopted a similar formation with Mathew Ryan in goal, defended by Jeremy Toljan, Adrián de la Fuente, Alan Matturro, and Manu Sánchez. The midfield trio was made up of Pablo Martínez, Ugo Raghouber, Kareem Tunde, while Etta Eyong was positioned as the striker.
Referee Alejandro Muñiz Ruiz officiated the encounter at the iconic San Mamés Stadium.
Athletic Bilbao’s next fixture is an away match against Real Oviedo, whereas Levante will host Villarreal in their upcoming game.
With this victory, Athletic Bilbao climbs to 28 points, residing in the 10th position of the standings, while Levante remains with 18 points, positioned 19th in the league.
Substitutions for Athletic Bilbao
38’ 1T – Yuri Berchiche was replaced by Adama Boiro
61’ 2T – Gorka Guruzeta was substituted for Robert Navarro
62’ 2T – Mikel Jauregizar made way for Alejandro Rego
75’ 2T – Iñigo Ruiz was replaced by Unai Gómez and Nico Williams by Selton Sánchez
98’ 2T – Nicolás Serrano was substituted by Iñigo Lekue
Yellow Cards for Athletic Bilbao:
20’ 2T Aitor Paredes (Unsporting behavior) and 43’ 2T Alejandro Rego (Unsporting behavior)
Substitutions for Levante
45’ 2T – Carlos Álvarez was replaced by Kervin Arriaga
64’ 2T – Iván Romero was substituted for Carlos Espí, Pablo Martínez for Jon Olasagasti, and Adrián de la Fuente for Unai Elgezabal
80’ 2T – Ugo Raghouber was replaced by Iker Losada
97’ 2T – Kervin Arriaga was substituted for Paco Cortés
Yellow Card for Levante:
32’ 2T Jeremy Toljan (Unsporting behavior)
Red Card for Levante:
17’ 1T Alan Matturro (Direct red)