Las Palmas Defeats Athletic Bilbao 1-0 in Exciting Set Piece Win
Las Palmas defeated Athletic Bilbao 1-0 on Sunday evening at the Estadio La Constitución, as the visitors scored their only goal from a set piece. The match was a closely contested affair throughout, with both teams creating chances but failing to convert them into goals.
The first half saw a dominant performance from Las Palmas, who created several opportunities through set pieces and counterattacks. However, it was Athletic Bilbao who managed to break the deadlock in the 72nd minute, with a well-taken penalty kick by midfielder Aduriz.
Despite the equalizer, Las Palmas continued to push forward and create more chances in the second half. They eventually found the winner in the 85th minute, thanks to a header from striker Imanol Gervasio.
The win was a much-needed boost for Las Palmas, who had been struggling in recent weeks. It also marked a positive result for head coach Quique Sanchez Flores, who has faced criticism over his team's performances this season.
Overall, the match was a thrilling encounter between two strong teams, with Las Palmas emerging victorious thanks to a well-executed set piece goal. The victory will be a morale booster for the team ahead of their upcoming fixtures, while Athletic Bilbao will need to regroup and focus on their own form if they hope to bounce back in the league standings.
