Federico Valverde Fires Real Madrid to Dramatic Late Victory Over Athletic Club
Federico Valverde emerged as the hero for Real Madrid on Sunday, April 20, 2025, scoring a dramatic stoppage-time winner to seal a 1-0 triumph over Athletic Club at the Santiago Bernabéu.
The Uruguayan midfielder found the net in the 93rd minute with a powerful right-footed strike from the right side of the box, sending the ball into the top left corner and sparking jubilant celebrations among the home supporters.
Despite dominating possession (73.7%) and registering 22 shots—seven of which were on target—Carlo Ancelotti’s side found it difficult to break down a resilient Athletic Club defense. The visitors, who rotated their squad following midweek European commitments, managed just three attempts on goal, with one on target.
The absence of star forward Kylian Mbappé, who missed the game due to injury and suspension, was felt throughout, but Valverde's late intervention ensured Los Blancos stayed firmly in the LaLiga title race. They now sit just four points behind league leaders FC Barcelona with six matches remaining in the campaign.
Real Madrid, currently on 69 points from 32 games, will next face Getafe away on April 23 as they continue their push for domestic glory. Athletic Club, meanwhile, remain in fourth place with 57 points, holding onto their Champions League qualification hopes.
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