After Barcelona sacking, Ernesto Valverde seems at ease, almost 'free'
It has been a month since Barcelona dismissed manager Ernesto Valverde. But now he seems perfectly content to fade into the background.
2019 Schedule
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2019 Schedule
7-10-7, 10th in Spanish Primera División
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Athletic take lead over Granada in Copa del Rey semi
Athletic Bilbao dominated Granada in the Copa del Rey semifinal first leg but were only able to earn a 1-0 win on Wednesday.
Athletic lead Granada after Copa del Rey first leg (1:30)
How Barca, Real were knocked out on a wild night of Copa shocks
For the first time in 17 years, neither Real Madrid nor Barcelona are in the Copa del Rey semifinals. Here's how a stunning night in Spain unfolded.
Barca's 'dreadful' away form on display vs. Bilbao (2:18)
Athletic Bilbao stun Barca to reach Copa del Rey semis (2:01)
Barca out of Copa on last-gasp Bilbao strike
Barcelona were sent out of the Copa del Rey as they were beaten 1-0 at Athletic Bilbao after a stoppage time header from Inaki Williams.
Is this the beginning of the end for Messi at Barcelona? (2:03)
Bilbao avoid Copa del Rey upset in penalty shootout (0:34)
Espanyol fans face ban for racial abuse of Williams
Spanish club Espanyol says they have identified 12 fans who racially insulted an Athletic Bilbao player in their La Liga match last weekend.
Bilbao's Williams reports racism in La Liga match
Athletic Bilbao forward Inaki Williams has said he was racially abused by fans during his team's 1-1 draw at Espanyol in La Liga on Saturday.
Sevilla miss chance to catch Real with draw against Bilbao
Sevilla squandered the chance to go level on points with second-placed Real Madrid in La Liga as they could only draw 1-1 with Athletic Bilbao.
Real frustrated by Athletic, fall behind Barcelona
Real Madrid slipped two points behind La Liga leaders Barcelona after they could only draw 0-0 at home to Athletic Bilbao.
Joaquin nets historic hat trick as Betis beat Bilbao
Real Betis' Joaquin became the oldest player to score a hat trick in La Liga history on Sunday as his side beat Athletic Bilbao 3-1.
Atletico level with Barcelona after beating Bilbao
Atletico Madrid snapped a three-game winless streak in La Liga by beating Athletic Bilbao 2-0 at home on Saturday.
Spanish FA launches probe into VAR 'manipulation'
The Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) has released a statement condemning a VAR decision during Valencia's 1-0 victory against Athletic Bilbao.
Athletic overpower Sociedad to win Basque derby
Athletic Bilbao continued their strong start to the season by beating Basque rivals Real Sociedad 2-0 in La Liga on Friday.
Iñaki Williams blazes a trail at Spain's historic Athletic Club: 'I have in my blood what it means to be Basque'
Iñaki Williams and his family have worked hard to become part of Spain's Basque country. Now the community is cheering on Athletic Club's new star.
Athletic Club's Aduriz downs Barcelona with golazo
Lionel Messi was sorely missed as a lacklustre Barcelona were downed by an Aritz Aduriz golazo in a 1-0 loss to Athletic Bilbao.
Messi in race against time for La Liga opener
Lionel Messi is in a race against time to be fit for Barcelona's La Liga opener against Athletic Bilbao on Friday.
United target Inaki Williams extends Bilbao deal
Manchester United target Inaki Williams has signed a new deal at Athletic Bilbao, committing his future until 2028.
Benzema hat trick earns victory for Real Madrid
Real Madrid tightened the stranglehold on third place as Karim Benzema's hat trick earned them a 3-0 victory over Athletic Bilbao.
Getafe earn vital victory in Champions League chase
Getafe edged closer to qualifying for the Champions League for the first time by beating Athletic Bilbao 1-0 at home on Sunday, seizing an advantage
Atletico title hopes hit by soft defeat at Bilbao
Atletico Madrid's faint La Liga title hopes suffered a setback with a 2-0 defeat at Athletic Bilbao on Saturday.
Messi starts, but Barca held to draw at Bilbao
La Liga leaders Barcelona handed more momentum to Real Madrid in the title race by drawing 0-0 at Athletic Bilbao on Sunday.
2019-20 La Liga Table
| TEAM | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Real Madrid | 24 | 15 | 8 | 1 | +30 | 53 |
| Barcelona | 24 | 16 | 4 | 4 | +28 | 52 |
| Getafe | 24 | 12 | 6 | 6 | +14 | 42 |
| Atletico Madrid | 24 | 10 | 10 | 4 | +8 | 40 |
| Sevilla FC | 24 | 11 | 7 | 6 | +6 | 40 |
| Villarreal | 24 | 11 | 5 | 8 | +10 | 38 |
| Valencia | 24 | 10 | 8 | 6 | +1 | 38 |
| Real Sociedad | 23 | 11 | 4 | 8 | +8 | 37 |
| Granada | 24 | 10 | 3 | 11 | -2 | 33 |
| Athletic Bilbao | 24 | 7 | 10 | 7 | +3 | 31 |
| Osasuna | 24 | 7 | 10 | 7 | -1 | 31 |
| Real Betis | 25 | 7 | 9 | 9 | -5 | 30 |
| Levante | 24 | 9 | 2 | 13 | -6 | 29 |
| Alavés | 24 | 7 | 6 | 11 | -9 | 27 |
| Real Valladolid | 24 | 5 | 11 | 8 | -7 | 26 |
| Eibar | 23 | 6 | 6 | 11 | -10 | 24 |
| Mallorca | 25 | 6 | 4 | 15 | -16 | 22 |
| Celta Vigo | 24 | 4 | 9 | 11 | -13 | 21 |
| Leganes | 24 | 4 | 7 | 13 | -18 | 19 |
| Espanyol | 24 | 4 | 7 | 13 | -21 | 19 |
2019-20 Team LeadersSpanish Primera División
- Goals
- Assists
RankingsSpanish Primera División
Goal Difference38th
Goals Scored23Tied-14th
Assists14Tied-15th
Goals Conceded203rd