Gorka Guruzeta
ATHSpectacular volley in final game
Guruzeta scored one goal to go with four shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 4-2 defeat versus Real Madrid.
Analysis: Guruzeta pulled one back for Athletic Club in the 45th minute, rising to meet Inaki Williams' cross with a stunning volley that flew past Thibaut Courtois to cut the deficit to 2-1 at the break and momentarily spark hopes of a comeback for the visitors. He wraps up the campaign as Athletic's leading scorer with 10 La Liga goals across 35 appearances, marking the second-best return of his career. The Basque forward also hit several personal bests this season, piling up 84 shots (32 on target) while drawing 30 fouls, showing his growing presence in the final third.
Fails to score
Guruzeta recorded four shots (two on goal) in Sunday's 1-0 defeat versus Valencia.
Analysis: Guruzeta put half of his shots on target but could not find the back of the net in a tough loss for Athletic as it tries to get a Europe spot for next season. The forward should have better luck against Espanyol if he maintains this efficiency, as the side has allowed 53 goals in 35 La Liga games.
Two assists in win
Guruzeta assisted twice to go with one shot (zero on goal) and two chances created in Saturday's 4-2 victory versus Deportivo Alaves. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 59th minute.
Analysis: Guruzeta is known for his ability in front of goal, but this time he was an elite playmaker, delivering the assists for both goals in Nico Williams' brace. Guruzeta saw his goal streak end at three goals, but he now has five contributions (G3, A2) in his last four league starts.
Continues scoring streak Saturday
Guruzeta scored one goal to go with four shots (two on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-2 loss against Atletico Madrid.
Analysis: Guruzeta was insistent against the Colchoneros but didn't see his effort rewarded until stoppage time, when he found the back of the net with a solid header. He has scored in each of his last three games played while totaling nine shots (five on target) over that span. Such form should be enough for the forward to stay active in the No. 9 slot, looking to improve on his team-high count of nine league goals this season.
Scores goal Tuesday
Guruzeta scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and two chances created in Tuesday's 1-0 victory against Osasuna.
Analysis: Guruzeta was at the right place and right time to drill home a rebound following a shot from Nico Williams. This was Guruzeta's eighth goal of the current league campaign, and if adding the UCL campaign as well, then the striker has found the back of the net 13 times in 36 appearances. He should remain in a starting role in the final weeks of the season.
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