Eibar faces Athletic in friendly with Cavani as special guest
Eibar, who finished the 2025 Segunda División season in 8th place with 67 points (19 wins, 10 draws, 13 losses), played a friendly against Athletic Bilbao with a special guest: Edison Cavani. The Uruguayan striker, former teammate of Yuri Berchiche at PSG, was present at Gazituaga field to watch the match, which ended in a 2-2 draw.
What happened in the match?
The game, played at Gazituaga field, ended with a 2-2 scoreline. Yuri Berchiche, Athletic's left-back, scored the equalizing goal in stoppage time with a powerful shot from outside the box. Eibar, who had lost their last two matches (LLWWL in their last five games), couldn't secure a win in this friendly.
Why is Cavani's presence relevant?
The presence of Edison Cavani at the match is notable due to his relationship with Yuri Berchiche, with whom he played at PSG. Cavani, a Uruguayan football legend, was seen with Berchiche's family during the game. His attendance adds prestige to the friendly, highlighting the importance of the match for both teams.
What's next for Eibar?
Eibar, who finished the 2025 season with 52 goals scored and 40 conceded, is preparing for the new Segunda División campaign. With a 15-point gap to league leaders Racing Santander, the team aims to improve their performance next season. Their last official result was a 2-1 loss to Castellón on May 31, 2026.
