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Valverde Bids Farewell After Decade with Athletic Bilbao

3/21/2026

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Ernesto Valverde, Athletic Bilbao manager, will leave the club at the end of the season after a decade in charge across three terms.
He has the most matches and wins in Athletic Bilbao's history.
In the 2023-24 season, he led Bilbao to their first Copa del Rey title in 40 years.
His final match will be against Real Betis, marking his 495th appearance for the club.

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Story summary

Ernesto Valverde, Athletic Bilbao manager, will leave the club at the end of the season after a decade in charge across three terms.
He has the most matches and wins in Athletic Bilbao's history.
In the 2023-24 season, he led Bilbao to their first Copa del Rey title in 40 years.
His final match will be against Real Betis, marking his 495th appearance for the club.