This triumph not only boosts the Valencian team's survival aspirations but also halts the Basque team's European race. The defeat was a tough blow for Ernesto Valverde's side, who also lost Nico Williams due to a muscle injury. With 42 points and three matches remaining, Valencia sees permanence very close.

The match began with a dominant Athletic, but Valencia maintained a well-organized defense, aiming to contain the local impetus. The Basques tried to create spaces, with an active Nico Williams on the left, and threatened with a cross-shot from Navarro in the 13th minute. Athletic's pressure increased with plays from Sancet, but the Valencian defense, with Gayá standing out, managed to neutralize the attacks.

The first half had two key moments. In the 26th minute, the referee awarded a penalty for a foul on Hugo Duro, which the player himself hit against the crossbar. Ten minutes later, Athletic suffered a setback with Nico Williams' injury, forcing him to leave the field due to muscle problems, leaving his team without one of their best assets.

The second half continued the pattern of the first, with a somewhat sluggish game. After a few attempts from Athletic, it was Valencia who struck decisively. In the 72nd minute, following a triple substitution by Corberán, Luis Rioja delivered an excellent cross from the left that Sadiq headed into the net, beating the defense. Athletic tried to react with a header from Unai Gómez, but Valencia intensified their defense to maintain the lead until the final whistle, celebrating a golden victory.