Athletic Women fall to narrow defeat at the Villamarín

The setting was magnificent, but the result was not. Matchday 12 of the Liga F saw Athletic Club Women lose in a match where Real Betis dominated. The Lionesses had few chances and Betis defended well to maintain the lead gained in the second half.

Athletic Club struggled in the first half. The vast majority of the chances came from Real Betis. Las Rojiblancas were strong at the back but found it hard to get into their opponents' box.

Leles struck the post for the home side, while in the 30th minute Clara Pinedo just missed the target after good work by Eunate down the left flank.

After the break, Athletic took a step forward. Azkona made in-roads down the right, while Amezaga tested Thalmann's reflexes. In the 60th minute, Laura Moreno put the hosts ahead.

The Andalusian team protected their lead and the Lionesses tried to create danger. Angela Sosa almost made it 2-0 in the 78th minute but failed to take advantage of Babajide's pass..

The game ended 1-0. The Red and Whites are now looking ahead to their next game, in Seville again, this time on Saturday 17th against Sevilla FC. The last match of 2022 and another opportunity to get three points