Athletic Bilbao earned a hard-fought 2-1 win against Osasuna at Estadio El Sadar in La Liga’s Round 18 on Saturday evening, thrilling the 22,030 fans in attendance.
Osasuna struck first in the 25th minute when Lucas Torró converted a set-piece opportunity, firing a low shot into the bottom-right corner to put the hosts ahead. However, Athletic responded swiftly. In the 31st minute, Gorka Guruzeta leveled the score with a well-timed header off a pinpoint cross from Ghanaian forward Iñaki Williams. The assist marked Williams’ fifth of the season, highlighting his creative impact.
The second half saw Athletic intensify their attacking efforts, and their persistence paid off in the 74th minute. Álex Berenguer sealed the victory with a stunning left-footed strike, giving the visitors their 13th head-to-head win against Osasuna.
Iñaki Williams, who has now featured in all 18 La Liga games this season, played a pivotal role in the match, showcasing his versatility and importance to the team. Athletic Bilbao now shifts their focus to their upcoming Copa del Rey encounter with Logroñés on January 4th.
