Athletic Bilbao has secured its place in the Europa League quarter-finals after finishing as runners-up in their group. The Basque club, who finished second behind Manchester United, will now face either RB Leipzig or Porto in the next round.

The news comes as Athletic Bilbao celebrated their historic achievement on Saturday evening, with fans and players alike celebrating their success. The team's manager, Iñaki Peiro, expressed his delight at securing a place in the knockout stages, saying: "We have worked hard all season and it is finally paying off."

The run to the quarter-finals was not without its ups and downs, however. In the group stage, Athletic Bilbao faced tough opposition from teams such as Barcelona and AC Milan, but they managed to secure their place in the top two positions thanks to some impressive performances.

The team's success in Europe is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the players and staff. They have been working tirelessly throughout the season to ensure that they can compete at the highest level, and their efforts have paid off.

The team's progress in the Europa League has also provided some much-needed morale-boosting for the club, which has struggled this season due to injuries and other setbacks. The win over Manchester United was particularly significant, as it gave the team something to celebrate after a difficult start to the season.

Overall, Athletic Bilbao's Europa League campaign has been a triumph for the club and its supporters. With their place in the quarter-finals secured, the team can now focus on preparing for their upcoming matches and hoping to continue their success in Europe.