Sevilla hosted Athletic Bilbao in a tightly contested La Liga match at the Ramon Sanchez Pizjuan, ultimately losing 0-1 due to a decisive goal by Yeray Alvarez Lopez in the second half. Despite an equal number of shots on target—four for each team—Bilbao's precision in converting their opportunities was the key differentiator. Alejandro Berenguer Remiro's crucial assist for Alvarez's goal exemplified Athletic's effective and timely execution in front of Sevilla’s goal, a stark contrast to more missed chances by the home team which had seven shots off target.

Sevilla's performance was marred by discipline issues, accumulating four yellow cards in the first half alone. This tendency towards infractions disrupted their flow and affected their ability to maintain momentum. Athletic Bilbao, while also being aggressive with twelve fouls and two yellow cards, managed their aggression with strategic intent and avoided any cohesion-disrupting repercussions. This disciplined approach helped them contain Sevilla’s attacks, keeping the home side scoreless.

Statistically, the teams were evenly matched in several areas, including an equal number of shots on target and only minor differences in offsides and fouls committed. However, Bilbao's slight edge in winning six corners to Sevilla's four allowed them to sustain pressure and capitalize on set-piece opportunities, a factor that kept Sevilla's defense under persistent strain. Sevilla's inability to convert any of their set-piece opportunities significantly diminished their chances of altering the match outcome. Moreover, the balance of play suggested a game of margins, where the visiting team’s superior execution in critical game moments proved decisive.

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