Kroos opened the opener as Karim Benzema early in the game, and then Kroos finished the late effort sealing the clean sheet and win as Madrid stayed level on lead. Athletic pressed hard defense held firm, and Kroos closing the game with a flourish increasing their lead over rivals in the standings.
Real Madrid secured a vital three points in the La Liga title race as they traveled to Athletic Club and snatched a 2-0 victory.
www.sportingnews.comAthletic Bilbao vs Real Madrid (0-3) on 3 December 2025 in LaLiga - recap, highlights, detailed stats
www.sportytrader.comKarim Benzema s first-half goal gave Real Madrid victory on Wednesday, in a LaLiga game that Athletic were unlucky not to take something from.
en.as.comReal Madrid had to battle hard to take all three points against 10-man Athletic (Raúl García sent off after 13 ). Kroos opened the scoring, while Benzema nabbed a brace.
en.as.comIn a match that was truly intense, the Frenchman converted from the spot one last time, while the Basques rued missed chances.
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