Athletic Club vs Barcelona Highlights and Goals

La Liga

8:00 PMMarch 7, 2026

Regular Season - 27

Athletic Club

Show Score

0 - 1

HT:(0 - 0)

Barcelona

San Mamés

Referee: José Luis Munuera Montero, Spain

How did the teams perform?

Athletic Club

World Class 0 Solid 0 Bang Average 0 Lucky 0 Shocking 0

0 Total Votes

Barcelona

World Class 0 Solid 0 Bang Average 0 Lucky 0 Shocking 0

Match Stats Lineups Head-2-Head Standings

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Match Stats

Ball possession

30%

70%

0.86

Expected goals (xG)

0.45

1.00

Goals Prevented

1.00

Attack

10

Total shots

7

3

Shots on target

2

6

Shots off target

3

1

Blocked shots

2

7

Shots inside box

5

3

Shots outside box

2

2

Corner kicks

4

7

Offsides

4

Passing

259

Total passes

649

194 (75%)

Accurate passes

578 (89%)

Discipline

11

Fouls

9

2

Yellow cards

1

0

Red cards

0

2

Goalkeeper saves

3

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Lineup

Athletic Club

4-2-3-1

1 G Unai Simón 6.5

19 D Adama Boiro 6.9

14 D Aymeric Laporte 6.7

3 D Daniel Vivian 90+3' Roughing 7.0

2 D Andoni Gorosabel 6.9

30 M Alejandro Rego 50' 6.7

18 M Mikel Jauregizar 6.5

20 M Unai Gómez 6.2

44 M Selton Sanchez 6.3

7 M Álex Berenguer 7.5

9 F Iñaki Williams (C) 6.3

Substitutes

22 F Nico Serrano

16 M Iñigo Ruiz de Galarreta

15 D Íñigo Lekue

47 D Iker Monreal Agundez

12 D Jesús Areso

17 D Yuri Berchiche

27 G Alex Padilla

49 M Eder Garcia 74' Replaced by M. Jauregizar 6.5

11 F Gorka Guruzeta 69' Replaced by I. Williams 6.6

6 M Mikel Vesga 69' Replaced by A. Rego 6.2

8 M Oihan Sancet 46' Replaced by S. Sanchez 6.7

23 M Robert Navarro 10' Replaced by U. Gomez 6.5

Barcelona

4-3-3

13 G Joan García 7.6

2 D João Cancelo 6.3

18 D Gerard Martín 7.7

5 D Pau Cubarsí 57' Tripping 6.3

24 D Eric García (C) 7.5

17 M Marc Casadó 6.6

22 M Marc Bernal 7.0

20 M Dani Olmo 7.0

14 F Marcus Rashford 6.3

7 F Ferran Torres 6.0

10 F Lamine Yamal 68' 7.9

Substitutes

19 F Roony Bardghji

43 M Tomás Marqués

42 D Xavi Espart

36 D Álvaro Cortés

25 G Wojciech Szczęsny

31 G Diego Kochen

4 D Ronald Araújo 78' Replaced by M. Casado 6.7

9 F Robert Lewandowski 62' Replaced by F. Torres 6.5

11 F Raphinha 62' Replaced by M. Rashford 6.2

16 M Fermín López 62' Replaced by D. Olmo 6.7

8 M Pedri 68' 46' Replaced by M. Bernal 7.0

La Liga Standings - Primera División

TotalHomeAway

Pos	Team	MP	W	D	L	+/-	GD	Pts	Form
1	Barcelona	38	31	1	6	95-36	59	94	W 02 May: Osasuna 1 - 2 Barcelona W 10 May: Barcelona 2 - 0 Real Madrid L 13 May: Alaves 1 - 0 Barcelona W 17 May: Barcelona 3 - 1 Real Betis L 23 May: Valencia 3 - 1 Barcelona
2	Real Madrid	38	27	5	6	77-35	42	86	W 03 May: Espanyol 0 - 2 Real Madrid L 10 May: Barcelona 2 - 0 Real Madrid W 14 May: Real Madrid 2 - 0 Oviedo W 17 May: Sevilla 0 - 1 Real Madrid W 23 May: Real Madrid 4 - 2 Athletic Club
3	Villarreal	38	22	6	10	72-46	26	72	W 02 May: Villarreal 5 - 1 Levante D 10 May: Mallorca 1 - 1 Villarreal L 13 May: Villarreal 2 - 3 Sevilla L 17 May: Rayo Vallecano 2 - 0 Villarreal W 24 May: Villarreal 5 - 1 Atletico Madrid
4	Atletico Madrid	38	21	6	11	62-44	18	69	W 02 May: Valencia 0 - 2 Atletico Madrid L 09 May: Atletico Madrid 0 - 1 Celta Vigo W 12 May: Osasuna 1 - 2 Atletico Madrid W 17 May: Atletico Madrid 1 - 0 Girona L 24 May: Villarreal 5 - 1 Atletico Madrid
5	Real Betis	38	15	15	8	59-48	11	60	W 03 May: Real Betis 3 - 0 Oviedo D 09 May: Real Sociedad 2 - 2 Real Betis W 12 May: Real Betis 2 - 1 Elche L 17 May: Barcelona 3 - 1 Real Betis W 23 May: Real Betis 2 - 1 Levante
6	Celta Vigo	38	14	12	12	53-48	5	54	W 03 May: Celta Vigo 3 - 1 Elche W 09 May: Atletico Madrid 0 - 1 Celta Vigo L 12 May: Celta Vigo 2 - 3 Levante D 17 May: Athletic Club 1 - 1 Celta Vigo W 23 May: Celta Vigo 1 - 0 Sevilla
7	Getafe	38	15	6	17	32-38	-6	51	L 03 May: Getafe 0 - 2 Rayo Vallecano D 10 May: Oviedo 0 - 0 Getafe W 13 May: Getafe 3 - 1 Mallorca L 17 May: Elche 1 - 0 Getafe W 23 May: Getafe 1 - 0 Osasuna
8	Rayo Vallecano	38	12	14	12	41-44	-3	50	W 03 May: Getafe 0 - 2 Rayo Vallecano D 11 May: Rayo Vallecano 1 - 1 Girona D 14 May: Valencia 1 - 1 Rayo Vallecano W 17 May: Rayo Vallecano 2 - 0 Villarreal W 23 May: Alaves 1 - 2 Rayo Vallecano
9	Valencia	38	13	10	15	46-55	-9	49	L 02 May: Valencia 0 - 2 Atletico Madrid W 10 May: Athletic Club 0 - 1 Valencia D 14 May: Valencia 1 - 1 Rayo Vallecano W 17 May: Real Sociedad 3 - 4 Valencia W 23 May: Valencia 3 - 1 Barcelona
10	Real Sociedad	38	11	13	14	59-61	-2	46	L 04 May: Sevilla 1 - 0 Real Sociedad D 09 May: Real Sociedad 2 - 2 Real Betis D 14 May: Girona 1 - 1 Real Sociedad L 17 May: Real Sociedad 3 - 4 Valencia D 23 May: Espanyol 1 - 1 Real Sociedad
11	Espanyol	38	12	10	16	43-55	-12	46	L 03 May: Espanyol 0 - 2 Real Madrid L 09 May: Sevilla 2 - 1 Espanyol W 13 May: Espanyol 2 - 0 Athletic Club W 17 May: Osasuna 1 - 2 Espanyol D 23 May: Espanyol 1 - 1 Real Sociedad
12	Athletic Club	38	13	6	19	43-58	-15	45	W 02 May: Alaves 2 - 4 Athletic Club L 10 May: Athletic Club 0 - 1 Valencia L 13 May: Espanyol 2 - 0 Athletic Club D 17 May: Athletic Club 1 - 1 Celta Vigo L 23 May: Real Madrid 4 - 2 Athletic Club
13	Sevilla	38	12	7	19	46-60	-14	43	W 04 May: Sevilla 1 - 0 Real Sociedad W 09 May: Sevilla 2 - 1 Espanyol W 13 May: Villarreal 2 - 3 Sevilla L 17 May: Sevilla 0 - 1 Real Madrid L 23 May: Celta Vigo 1 - 0 Sevilla
14	Alaves	38	11	10	17	44-56	-12	43	L 02 May: Alaves 2 - 4 Athletic Club D 09 May: Elche 1 - 1 Alaves W 13 May: Alaves 1 - 0 Barcelona W 17 May: Oviedo 0 - 1 Alaves L 23 May: Alaves 1 - 2 Rayo Vallecano
15	Elche	38	10	13	15	49-57	-8	43	L 03 May: Celta Vigo 3 - 1 Elche D 09 May: Elche 1 - 1 Alaves L 12 May: Real Betis 2 - 1 Elche W 17 May: Elche 1 - 0 Getafe D 23 May: Girona 1 - 1 Elche
16	Levante	38	11	9	18	47-61	-14	42	L 02 May: Villarreal 5 - 1 Levante W 08 May: Levante 3 - 2 Osasuna W 12 May: Celta Vigo 2 - 3 Levante W 17 May: Levante 2 - 0 Mallorca L 23 May: Real Betis 2 - 1 Levante
17	Osasuna	38	11	9	18	44-50	-6	42	L 02 May: Osasuna 1 - 2 Barcelona L 08 May: Levante 3 - 2 Osasuna L 12 May: Osasuna 1 - 2 Atletico Madrid L 17 May: Osasuna 1 - 2 Espanyol L 23 May: Getafe 1 - 0 Osasuna
18	Mallorca	38	11	9	18	47-57	-10	42	W 01 May: Girona 0 - 1 Mallorca D 10 May: Mallorca 1 - 1 Villarreal L 13 May: Getafe 3 - 1 Mallorca L 17 May: Levante 2 - 0 Mallorca W 23 May: Mallorca 3 - 0 Oviedo
19	Girona	38	9	14	15	39-55	-16	41	L 01 May: Girona 0 - 1 Mallorca D 11 May: Rayo Vallecano 1 - 1 Girona D 14 May: Girona 1 - 1 Real Sociedad L 17 May: Atletico Madrid 1 - 0 Girona D 23 May: Girona 1 - 1 Elche
20	Oviedo	38	6	11	21	26-60	-34	29	L 03 May: Real Betis 3 - 0 Oviedo D 10 May: Oviedo 0 - 0 Getafe L 14 May: Real Madrid 2 - 0 Oviedo L 17 May: Oviedo 0 - 1 Alaves L 23 May: Mallorca 3 - 0 Oviedo

Qualification/Relegation

• Promotion - Champions League (League phase)
• Promotion - Europa League (League phase)
• Promotion - Conference League (Qualification)
• Relegation - LaLiga2

Lamine Yamal’s solitary strike delivered a hard-fought 1-0 victory for Barcelona against a defiant Athletic Club.

Lamine Yamal’s second-half goal secured a crucial 1-0 win for Barcelona at the Estadio de San Mamés. The young winger’s decisive finish proved to be the difference in a tight La Liga encounter on March 7, 2026.

Barcelona entered the match as league leaders, showcasing impressive form with four wins in their last five games. Athletic Club, positioned ninth in the standings, aimed to leverage their strong home advantage against the champions. The Basques always present a formidable challenge at San Mamés.

The first half unfolded as a tactical battle, with Barcelona dominating possession at 70%. Despite this control, they struggled to create clear-cut chances against Athletic’s organized defence. The home side defended with discipline and frustrated Barcelona’s build-up play.

Athletic Club, in contrast, adopted a more direct approach. They registered more shots than Barcelona in the opening period, testing goalkeeper Joan García. García responded well, making crucial saves to keep the scores level.

An early tactical change saw Unai Gomez replace Rufo Navarro for Athletic Club in the 10th minute. Both teams seemed to be feeling each other out. The physical intensity gradually increased as the half progressed.

The deadlock persisted into halftime, setting the stage for an intriguing second half. Barcelona needed to inject more urgency and creativity into their attacking movements. Athletic Club, meanwhile, looked to exploit any defensive vulnerabilities on the counter.

The second half began with immediate personnel changes. Barcelona brought on Marc Bernal for Pedri, aiming to refresh their midfield. Athletic Club introduced Samu Sanchez for Oihan Sancet, seeking new impetus in attack.

The game’s competitive edge was evident as cards started to appear. Alejandro Rego of Athletic Club received a yellow card in the 50th minute. Barcelona’s Pau Cubarsí followed suit with a booking seven minutes later for a tripping foul.

Barcelona’s manager, Xavi, opted for a triple substitution in the 62nd minute. Ferran Torres, Marcus Rashford, and Dani Olmo entered the fray. These fresh legs immediately injected pace and directness into Barcelona’s attacking third.

The breakthrough arrived in the 68th minute through Lamine Yamal. He slotted home with precision after Pedri delivered a well-weighted assist from deep. The goal ignited the away fans and finally broke Athletic’s resistance. Athletic Club responded by bringing on Iñaki Williams.

Statistically, Barcelona maintained 70% possession throughout the game. However, Athletic Club recorded more total shots (10 vs 7) and shots on target (3 vs 2). Barcelona’s expected goals (xG) stood at 0.45, significantly lower than Athletic’s 0.86, underscoring their defensive solidity and clinical finish.

This hard-fought 1-0 victory solidifies Barcelona’s position at the top of La Liga with 64 points. Athletic Club remains in ninth place, reflecting a tough but ultimately unrewarded challenge at home.