Federico Valverde volleyed Real's Madrid's stoppage-time winner against Athletic Bilbao as they closed gap on La Liga leaders Barcelona.

Just when it looked like Real Madrid were destined for a goalless draw, Valverde sent a brilliant volley into the back of the net in stoppage time. The winner secured all three points for Real Madrid, giving the defending Spanish and European champions a much-needed victory with just six games left in the La Liga season.

Real Madrid remain in the hunt for La Liga by the barest of margins, thanks to a late win against Athletic Bilbao on matchday 32 of the competition on Sunday. A stunning goal by Federico Valverde in