Phenomenal match from Nico Williams. Athletic Bilbao was stronger than Atletico in the La Liga match

Athletic Bilbao hosted Madrid-based Atletico in the context of the 17th round of the top division of the Spanish championship (La liga).

In the first half, fans saw no goals. The hosts had an excellent chance to take the lead in the 36th minute of the match when the referee awarded a penalty to the Lions for a foul by Soyunju against Niko Williams. However, Sanсet missed the target from the penalty spot.

Early in the second half, Athletic finally broke the deadlock: in the 51st minute, Guruzeta saddened Oblak's net assisted by Ander Herrera. Yet, that wasn't the final word from the Basques in the match. On the 64th minute, it was Niko Williams' time. The 21-year-old forward doubled his team's advantage with a fantastic strike. The home team calmly secured the victory, earning a well-deserved three points.

Athletic collected 32 points, closing in on the Champions League zone. They are just two points behind Barcelona, although the Blaugranas have yet to play their 16th round match. Atletico sits in third place (34 points).

In the next La Liga fixture, the team from Bilbao will face Las Palmas at home on December 20th. Simeone's men will host Getafe on December 19th.

• La Liga, 17th round

Athletic Bilbao - Atletico Madrid 2:0

Goals: Guruzeta, 51, Niko Williams, 64