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Message: [QUOTE="Munyaradzi Mafaro, post: 61922, member: 636"] Athletic Bilbao manager Ernesto Valverde faces mounting pressure following a 1-0 defeat to Villarreal. The Basque club collected just one point while managing a single goal across their previous four league fixtures. This poor run contrasts sharply with their promising start to the campaign when many expected them to challenge Real Madrid and Barcelona. Star winger Nico Williams remains sidelined with injury during this difficult stretch. Bilbao sits eighth with 10 points after showing early promise this season. Valverde shoulders blame for the team's decline despite dealing with key player absences. The club must reverse their fortunes quickly to avoid further disappointment. Management may consider changes if results fail to improve soon. [/QUOTE]