RCD Mallorca emerged victorious from a five-goal thriller, defeating Athletic Club 3-2 at home in Spanish La Liga on January 17, 2026. The match at the Visit Mallorca Estadi was a pulsating encounter with momentum swings, ultimately decided by a late winner from the hosts. Athletic Club took an early lead, but Mallorca responded with two quick goals to turn the game around before halftime. The Basque side showed great resilience to equalize early in the second half, setting the stage for a dramatic finale. With the match seemingly headed for a draw, Mallorca found a winner in the 85th minute, sending the home fans into raptures. The victory provided a massive boost for Mallorca's survival hopes, while Athletic Club left empty-handed from a match they felt they could have won.