Barcelona Clinch Treble with 3-0 Win Over Athletic, Lewandowski Scores Twice.

Barcelona Clinch Treble with 3-0 Win Over Athletic, Lewandowski Scores Twice.

Barcelona vs Athletic Club: Match Report - La Liga 2024-25, May 25, 2025.

Final Score: Athletic Club 0-3 Barcelona

Goals:

· Robert Lewandowski (14’, assist: Fermin Lopez)

· Robert Lewandowski (17’, assist: Raphinha)

· Dani Olmo (90+4’, penalty)

Venue: San Mames, Bilbao
Attendance: 50,000 (approx.)
Referee: Not specified
Match Summary

Barcelona concluded their 2024-25 La Liga campaign with a commanding 3-0 victory over Athletic Club, completing a domestic treble (La Liga, Copa del Rey, Spanish Super Cup) under manager Hansi Flick. Robert Lewandowski’s first-half brace—his 100th and 101st goals for Barcelona—set the tone, with a clinical chip over Unai Simon and a header from Raphinha’s corner.

Dani Olmo’s stoppage-time penalty sealed the win, as Barcelona finished with 88 points from 28 wins and four draws, four points ahead of Real Madrid. Athletic Club, despite securing fourth place and Champions League qualification, were outclassed, with Maroan Sannadi missing two clear chances. The match also marked the farewell of Athletic’s captain Oscar de Marcos, who played his 570th and final game for the club.

Key Moments

· 14’: Lewandowski opens the scoring, chipping Unai Simon after a Fermin Lopez pass. Barcelona’s 100th league goal of the season.

· 17’: Lewandowski heads in Raphinha’s corner to make it 2-0.

· 20’: Maroan Sannadi misses a six-yard chance from Unai Nunez’s cross.

· 25’: Sannadi pokes wide with only Inaki Pena to beat, set up by De Marcos.

· 48’: Lewandowski misses a close-range shot from Raphinha’s pass.

· 55’: Yuri Berchiche’s tackle deflects Lewandowski’s shot over the bar.

· 60’: Pau Cubarsi’s defensive header off Alex Berenguer’s free-kick hits the crossbar.

· 65’: Inaki Pena tips a deflected ball over the bar.

· 70’: Lamine Yamal forces a save from Unai Simon.

· 89’: Oscar de Marcos receives a standing ovation as he’s substituted.

· 90+4’: Dani Olmo wins and converts a penalty after a foul by Yuri Berchiche.
Player Performances

· Robert Lewandowski (Barcelona): 9.5/10 – Scored twice, reached 100 goals for Barcelona, and was a constant threat. Missed a hat-trick chance but pivotal in attack.

· Raphinha (Barcelona): 8.5/10 – Provided the assist for Lewandowski’s second goal and created multiple chances.

· Lamine Yamal (Barcelona): 8/10 – Forced a save from Simon and stretched Athletic’s defense with his dribbling.

· Fermin Lopez (Barcelona): 8/10 – Assisted Lewandowski’s opener with a precise pass.

· Pedri (Barcelona): 8/10 – Controlled midfield and maintained Barcelona’s pressing rhythm.

· Inaki Williams (Athletic Club): 8/10 – Athletic’s best performer, energetic and took the captain’s armband.

· Maroan Sannadi (Athletic Club): 6/10 – Missed two clear chances, hampering Athletic’s comeback hopes.

· Unai Simon (Athletic Club): 6.5/10 – Beaten by Lewandowski’s chip and header, but made a smart save against Yamal.

· Oscar de Marcos (Athletic Club): 6.3/10 – Emotional farewell in his 570th appearance, set up a chance for Sannadi.

Tactical Notes

Barcelona’s high-pressing, attacking style overwhelmed Athletic Club, who managed only 25.6% possession in the first half. Flick’s use of Lewandowski as a focal point, supported by Raphinha and Yamal, exposed Athletic’s defense. The absence of Kounde and Balde saw Araujo and Garcia fill in effectively, while Inaki Pena’s saves preserved the clean sheet. Athletic’s long-ball strategy was ineffective against Barcelona’s high press, with Sannadi’s misses highlighting their lack of clinical finishing.

Post-Match Quotes

· Robert Lewandowski: “I am very happy, very proud to be part of this team, this club. It’s been something amazing.”

· Hansi Flick: “This season has been remarkable. Scoring 100 league goals and winning the treble is special.”

· Oscar de Marcos: “I just want to thank everyone who has been there on my path. Next season I will be in the stands as just another Athletic fan.”

Statistics

· Possession: Athletic Club 25.6% (1st half), Barcelona 74.4% (1st half)

· Shots: Athletic Club 8 (4 on target), Barcelona 15 (7 on target)

· Corners: Athletic Club 3, Barcelona 6

· Fouls: Athletic Club 12, Barcelona 8

· Pass Accuracy: Athletic Club 78%, Barcelona 89%

Significance

Barcelona’s victory capped a historic domestic treble, with Lewandowski’s 100th goal and the team’s 100th league goal marking milestones. Athletic Club’s fourth-place finish secured Champions League football, but their loss highlighted areas for improvement. The match was a fitting send-off for Oscar de Marcos and a celebration of Barcelona’s resurgence under Flick.

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