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### Athletic Bilbao Narrowly Beat Almería with a Set Piece
In a thrilling match at the Estadio Santiago Bernabéu on Sunday, Athletic Bilbao secured a narrow victory over Almería, thanks to a dramatic set piece that left both teams in shock.
The match kicked off with both sides showing their best attacking form. However, it was the hosts who took control early on when they managed to break through the Almería defense and create several chances. The first goal came from substitute goalkeeper David Núñez, who made a crucial save to deny Almería's Ángel Llorente.
As the half progressed, both teams continued to press for an equalizer. The momentum swung back and forth between the two teams, with neither side able to find the breakthrough until the final minutes. In the dying moments of the game, Athletic Bilbao finally broke through when substitute midfielder Pablo Sarabia delivered a perfect cross into the box, where substitute striker Sergio Ramos capitalized with a header that deflected off the post before finding its way into the net.
Almería had been playing with a strong defensive line and were determined to hold onto their lead. However, the pressure proved too much for them as Athletic Bilbao found the winner just before full-time. With the score tied 1-1, Athletic Bilbao won the penalty shootout, which ended in a 5-4 victory for the Basque club.
The result was a significant boost for Athletic Bilbao, who have been struggling in recent seasons but showed resilience and determination in this crucial win. The team will now look forward to their next challenge, while Almería will need to reflect on how they could have prevented such a close finish.
This set piece victory highlights the importance of key moments in football, especially when teams are level on points or goals. It also showcases the strength of Athletic Bilbao's defense, which has often been praised for its ability to withstand pressure.
With this win, Athletic Bilbao move up to fourth place in La Liga standings, while Almería remain fifth. The match was undoubtedly a nail-biting affair, with both teams displaying excellent football throughout the game. As always, the excitement and unpredictability of football never cease to amaze.