Ernesto Valverde Praises Mikel Arteta Before Champions League Showdown with Arsenal

Athletic Club coach Ernesto Valverde has hailed Mikel Arteta as one of Europe’s top managers ahead of their Champions League opener against Arsenal at San Mamés. The clash, marking the start of the 2025/26 league phase, also represents the first-ever competitive meeting between the two clubs. For Athletic, the occasion is especially significant, as it ends an 11-year wait to return to Europe’s premier competition, with the Bilbao faithful set to create a charged atmosphere to celebrate this historic moment. Read More...