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Sørloth added a second goal in stoppage time after being played through by Nahuel Molina, which proved essential.

Atlético beat Athletic but continue to push mental, physical limits

Alexander Sørloth put Atlético ahead following a swift counter-attack, again assisted by Baena. Atl.Madrid x A.Bilbao

The first half saw Athletic Bilbao dominate early, taking the lead in the 23rd minute through a powerful header from an Íñigo Ruiz de Galarreta corner. Atlético struggled to respond before the break, but they emerged transformed in the second half.

Antoine Griezmann leveled the score shortly after the restart, finishing a low cross from Álex Baena. Sørloth added a second goal in stoppage time

Ignited the comeback with his 49th-minute goal.

Made several crucial saves, including an early stop against Guruzeta and a later one against Yuri Berchiche, to keep Atlético in the game. League Implications Atlético struggled to respond before the break, but

Atlético Madrid secured a thrilling against Athletic Bilbao on April 25, 2026, at the Riyadh Air Metropolitano. This win ended a dismal four-game losing streak for Diego Simeone's side and served as a vital warm-up just days before their Champions League semi-final clash with Arsenal. Match Summary: A Tale of Two Halves