Real Madrid closed their La Liga season with a 4-2 victory over Athletic Bilbao at the Santiago Bernabéu, marking an emotional night filled with both celebration and farewells. The match, held on May 24, 2026, saw goals from Gonzalo García, Jude Bellingham, Kylian Mbappé, and Brahim Díaz for the home side, while Gorka Guruzeta and Urko Izeta scored for Bilbao.

Beyond the scoreline, the evening was defined by the departures of two long-serving players, Dani Carvajal and David Alaba. Both received standing ovations and a guard of honor from teammates as they were substituted in their final appearances for the club. Coaches Álvaro Arbeloa and Ernesto Valverde also stood on the touchline for the last time, adding to the night’s sentiment.

Despite the win, Real Madrid finished the season as runners-up behind Barcelona. The victory, however, provided fans and players with a memorable conclusion to the campaign, blending triumph with heartfelt goodbyes.