🥅 Álex Padilla shines at San Mamés against Real Sociedad | OneFootball

His reflexes and aerial security were crucial in stopping the constant attacks from the txuri-urdin team

The Basque derby at San Mamés had a standout name between the posts: Álex Padilla. The Mexican goalkeeper of Athletic Club delivered a memorable performance that kept the "lions" in the game for much of the match.

The statistics don't lie and show total dominance of his area. With commendable interventions at critical moments, Padilla proved that the San Mamés goal is in good hands.

Despite the visiting team's victory, the goalkeeper remained unshaken, spreading a necessary calm in a high-tension duel.

Everything open for the return leg at Anoeta

After the final whistle, optimism prevailed in the red-and-white dressing room despite the defeat. In the mixed zone, the feelings were clear: "Everything is open considering what we saw today, we have no doubts", stated Padilla himself. The group has complete confidence for the return match at Anoeta.

The analysis of the clash leaves a bittersweet taste. The team created chances, but the lack of finishing prevented the goals from coming. "We didn't take advantage of our opportunities, and they did theirs", the players acknowledged, already focusing on the decisive assault that will determine the tie in San Sebastián.

The goalkeeper has stepped up on the most demanding stage, confirming that talent knows no age when quality prevails on the field.

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