Real Madrid CF vs Athletic Club

Estadio Santiago Bernabéu (Madrid)
J. Martinez
2025/2026
Match Report
Real Madrid closed their La Liga season in style with a 4-2 win over Athletic Club at the Bernabéu — a night that doubled as a fond farewell to club legend Daniel Carvajal, who received a guard of honour from his teammates in his final appearance for the club.
Gonzalo García opened the scoring in the 12th minute, latching onto a precise through ball from Carvajal, before Jude Bellingham thundered in a half-volley just before the break (40'). Gorka Guruzeta pulled one back for Athletic Club on the stroke of half-time, but Kylian Mbappé quickly made it 3-1 with a composed finish (52'). Brahim Díaz added a fourth late on (88'), before Urko Izeta grabbed a consolation in injury time.
The victory takes Real Madrid to 86 points for the season — a commanding finish. It also marks the end of Álvaro Arbeloa's tenure as manager, with José Mourinho set to take charge. For Athletic Club, it was a quiet goodbye for coach Ernesto Valverde, who makes way for Edin Terzic ahead of next season.
Match Events
3'
T. Pitarch(Tripping)
12'
20'
J. Bellingham(Tripping)
41'
45+1'
46'
51'
70'
74'
74'
74'
84'
85'
88'
90+1'
Standings
| # | W | D | L | GD | Pts | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | Real Madrid CF | 27 | 5 | 6 | +42 | 86 |
| 12 | Athletic Club | 13 | 6 | 19 | -15 | 45 |
Statistics
74%Possession26%
13Shots8
8Shots on Target2
2Corners1
6Fouls20
7Offsides2
2Yellow Cards0
745Passes254
0Saves4
Injuries & Suspensions
Head to Head
46
Real Madrid CF wins
11
Draws
14
Athletic Club wins
Goals: 148 - 60

