VIDEO/ Valverde's extraordinary goal that saved Real Madrid

A spectacular goal from Federico Valverde in extra time gave Real Madrid a golden 1-0 victory over Athletic Bilbao, keeping their LaLiga title hopes alive.

The match started at a slow pace, perhaps due to fatigue from European commitments during the week. Vinícius Júnior was the most active player in the Madrid offensive department, but the first serious danger came only in the 27th minute, when his shot flew over the crossbar. In the following minutes, Camavinga and Rodrygo tried to open up the tight defense of the guests, but without concrete success.

Bilbao did very little in attack, with only one attempt from Gorka Guruzeta that posed no danger. Real Madrid dominated possession and took the lead after the break, with Camavinga, Rodrygo and Bellingham all trying to beat goalkeeper Unai Simón – who showed why he is Spain's number one.

Vinícius' 80th-minute goal was ruled out by VAR for a slight offside by Endrick, heightening the tension at the Santiago Bernabéu. But in the final minute of extra time, Valverde struck with a powerful volley from distance, sending the ball into the triangle and the fans into a frenzy.

With this victory, Real remains four points behind Barcelona, ​​while Athletic maintains its chances of a historic qualification to the Champions League. (A2 Televizion)