Ernesto Valverde cautious of Antoine Griezmann, a nemesis of Athletic Club

The battle for the La Liga title continues as Atletico Madrid make their way to Bilbao to take on Athletic Club. With the pressure mounting on their title rivals, Diego Simeone’s side will be looking to secure a crucial victory in their final away game of 2023. One man who has been a thorn in Athletic Club’s side in past encounters is Antoine Griezmann, who has been in impressive form this season. Ernesto Valverde has acknowledged the threat that Griezmann poses and expressed concern about the French international’s ability to make an impact. As Griezmann closes in on a club goal record, the stage is set for an exciting clash between these two sides.

Atletico Madrid set to face Athletic Club in their final La Liga away game of 2023. The team aims to maintain pressure on title rivals with a victory in Bilbao. With Antoine Griezmann in impressive form, having scored 14 goals so far in the 2023/24 season, Athletic Club coach Ernesto Valverde has expressed concern about the threat Griezmann poses. Griezmann, who has scored 11 goals against Athletic Club in the past, is also close to breaking the club goal record. With his decisive play, Athletic Club will need to control Griezmann in their upcoming match against Atletico Madrid.