Athletic Club did not make life easy for the hosts, playing with a freedom that reflected their secured safety in the division. Ernesto Valverde, a legend in the dugout for the Basque side, saw his team pull one back just before the break. Iñaki Williams found space on the right wing and delivered a dangerous cross for Gorka Guruzeta, who finished with clinical efficiency to make it 2-1.
The visitors continued to threaten in the second half, with Robert Navarro coming close to an equaliser following good work from Andoni Gorosabel. Later in the half, Brahim scored Real Madrid's fourth goal, assisted by Thiago for the second time, before Urko Izeta added Athletic's second. Valverde used the closing stages to give Inigo Lekue a final run-out in an Athletic shirt, ensuring the club's faithful servants were also recognised. While the result ultimately went against them, the Lions remained competitive until the final whistle, reflecting the spirit Valverde has instilled during his tenure.