Ernesto Valverde was pleased with the team's performance, noting that the players showed many commendable qualities.

2025-11-02 04:20

Athletic Bilbao manager Ernesto Valverde stated that despite a commendable performance, the team ultimately failed to secure any points. He emphasized that the team has no choice but to give their all and improve their current unsatisfactory record through hard training and matches.

Athletic Bilbao fell behind twice at the Anoeta Stadium before ultimately losing 2-3 to Real Sociedad. Jon Goratsautegui scored the decisive goal in stoppage time to seal the victory for the home side.

After the match, Ernesto Valverde said, "We will work hard to solve the current problems. Although the situation is not ideal, we have two key matches this week and hope to turn things around. We really want to bring victory to the fans, and all we can do now is keep working hard."

In the 78th minute, Roberto Navarro's goal gave fans hope, but Athletic Bilbao failed to hold onto the draw in the final stages of the match.

Despite the team's failure to secure a victory, the head coach expressed satisfaction with their performance and praised the players' fighting spirit. He stated, "No one wants to lose a derby, and this match was extremely competitive. But I must say I'm pleased with the team's performance; we equalized twice, and there's a lot to commend us. I don't think our opponents played better than us."

“We gave it our all throughout the game, but ultimately we conceded a goal. We need to analyze the game objectively, identify our shortcomings, and make improvements. The team must pick itself up and keep going, because there is another important game on Thursday.”