Athletic-Celta: San Mamés Farewell with European Spot in Sight

Valverde calls up 23 players, including injured and youth prospects, for the season's final match against Celta.

Generic image of the San Mamés stadium.
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Generic image of the San Mamés stadium.

Athletic Club concludes its season at San Mamés against Celta, holding onto hopes of securing a European position.

Athletic Club will bid farewell to the season today with their final match at San Mamés against Celta. Having secured their league status last matchday, the Lions have one last chance to qualify for European competition.
Coach Valverde has named a squad of 23 players, excluding the injured Vivian, Sancet, Nico Williams, Prados, and Egiluz. To compensate, Txingurri has recalled Lekue, who will play his last game at San Mamés, and also included Maroan. Additionally, young academy player Selton completes the list.
The match is scheduled to kick off on May 17, 2026, at 19:00. San Mamés will close its doors for the season with this encounter, offering fans a final opportunity to cheer on their team.