Athletic Bilbao secured a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Osasuna at Estadio El Sadar in La Liga’s Round 18 on Saturday evening.

The clash, which saw 22,030 fans in attendance, was a gripping contest from start to finish.

Osasuna drew first blood in the 25th minute when Lucas Torró capitalized on a set-piece opportunity, slotting the ball into the bottom right corner. However, Athletic’s response was swift. Just six minutes later, Gorka Guruzeta levelled the score with a clinical header, expertly assisted by Ghanaian forward Inaki Williams. The striker’s pinpoint cross showcased his creative prowess, marking his fifth assist of the season.

In the second half, Athletic continued to push, and their persistence paid off in the 74th minute. Alex Berenguer’s precise left-footed strike sealed the victory, propelling Athletic to their 13th win in the teams’ head-to-head history.

Williams, who has now featured in all 18 league games this season, was instrumental throughout the match, demonstrating why he remains a key asset for Bilbao. The team shifts focus to their Copa del Rey clash with Logrones on January 4th.