Athletic Club Bilbao W 2, CS Herediano W 1

SANTA BÁRBARA, Spain (March 14, 2026) (Interstat) — AC Bilbao Women opened its Copa de la Reina campaign with a 2-1 upset victory over Madrid Women on Saturday at Estadio Carlos Alvarado, defying pre-match projections that heavily favored the hosts. The visiting side from Bilbao seized control early and never relinquished it, capitalizing on a critical mistake to take a lead inside the first five minutes. Madrid’s defense faltered immediately, allowing AC Bilbao forward John Ruíz to find the net in the 5th minute, stunning the home crowd. The early goal set the tone for a first half dominated by… Read more...