Athletic suffered a heartbreaking collapse in the
dying minutes of the game, surrendering their lead
when it mattered most. After holding strong for the
majority of the match, lapses in concentration and
defensive frailty allowed the opposition to strike
late, turning what looked like a hard-earned victory
into a bitter defeat.
Valencia were left stunned as a stoppage-time
equalizer snatched away what seemed like a certain
victory. Despite dominating possession and creating
numerous chances, the lack of clinical finishing
came back to haunt them, leaving fans frustrated
after a dramatic finale.
Sevilla’s solid first-half performance was undone
after the break as the team struggled to cope with
relentless pressure from their opponents. Defensive
mistakes piled up, and what began as a promising
evening ended in disappointment, with the home side
conceding twice in quick succession.