

San Mamés is set for a historic evening as Athletic Bilbao host Arsenal in a blockbuster Champions League group stage clash. For the Basque fans, this is more than just a game, it's a homecoming that has been in the making for over a decade. The roar of the crowd is already echoing through the iconic stadium, with the fans eager to make this return to Europe's elite an unforgettable celebration.
Under the unwavering guidance of Ernesto Valverde, Bilbao are banking on their trademark home-grown grit. Leading the charge is Nico Williams, a winger whose blistering pace and talent have set La Liga ablaze, even though the player is in doubt for the clash. After a string of impressive domestic league wins, the Lions are moving confidently, ready to make their mark.
Arsenal anyway arrive on the pitch with a weight of ambition on their shoulders.