Hertha BSC - Athletic Club

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A game of two halves in the first match of the Group Stage with a fair final result.

In the first half Athletic has been willing to dominate the match, and has achieved it, reason why the attempts of the rival have been few. Aduriz and Muniain enjoyed the best chances for the Rojiblancos, but without any success.

After half-time, the German team came with renewed energy and thanks to its better disposition in the field gained enough space to create much danger over the sides, especially through Kalou and Weiser. However, in the occasions of which they have had, Iago Herrerín has successfully intervened.

One point to start the European season, but before the second day, against the Zorya Luhansk in San Mamés, the team must face three La Liga matches, the first of them as a visitor against UD Las Palmas.