Athletic Bilbao secured a narrow 1-0 victory against Orense in the Round of 32 of the Spanish Copa del Rey. The main 90 minutes of the match ended goalless, and the decisive goal came only during extra time.
Representing the third division, Orense showcased an organized and determined performance against the favorites. The hosts demonstrated solid defense, barely allowing their opponents to create threatening opportunities during open play.
In the first half, Athletic maintained possession but failed to convert their attacking plays into dangerous shots. The hosts, meanwhile, attempted to slow the tempo of the game through a few counterattacks.
After the break, the Basque side increased their pressure with substitutions. Despite this, Orense’s defense held firm, pushing the game into extra time.
The decisive moment came in the 105+1st minute. Gomes Sanchez delivered a pass that was received and accurately struck by Xauregisar to find the back of the net.
This goal broke the hosts’ resistance. For the remainder of the match, Athletic controlled the game while Orense tried to equalize but failed to pose any serious threat.
Orense — Athletic 0:1
Goal: Xauregisar (105+1’).
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