Athletic Bilbao, the Spanish club based in the Basque Country, has advanced to the round of 16 of the UEFA Europa League after finishing as runners-up in their group.

The team's impressive performance was largely due to the excellent form of its star player, Iker Muniain, who scored crucial goals throughout the season. The club also had a strong defense, led by goalkeeper Iker Casillas, which helped to keep the opposition at bay.

Despite facing tough competition from other top European clubs, Athletic Bilbao managed to secure a comfortable place in the top two positions and thus qualified for the next stage of the competition.

This is a significant achievement for the club, which has been struggling with financial difficulties in recent years. It also shows that the club's commitment to developing young talent has paid off, as several of its players have made significant contributions to the team's success.

Overall, this is a great moment for Athletic Bilbao fans, who can now look forward to seeing the club compete against some of Europe's best teams in the coming months. With their talented squad and experienced coaching staff, there is no doubt that they will be a force to be reckoned with in the competition.