Blaugrana have defeated Athletic Bilbao twice this season.
Athletic Club are ready to host Barcelona in the match week 38 of the LaLiga 2024-25 edition. The intense Spanish league fixture of the final match week is all set to take place at the San Mames Stadium.
Athletic Club will be at home this time, but it is not going to be an easy task for them. Barca have already defeated them twice, even if they were at home or away from home. Athletic Bilbao have shown decent performances this season and have secured the UEFA Champions League spot for next season.
Despite being away from home, Barcelona will not be under pressure as they have already won the LaLiga title this season. Hansi Flick’s men will be feeling confident and will be eyeing to end the season on a positive note.
Kick-off:
- Location: Bilbao, Spain
- Stadium: San Mames Stadium
- Date: Monday, May 26
- Kick-off Time: 00:30 IST / Sunday, May 25: 19:00 GMT/ 14:00 ET/ 11:00 PT
- Referee: Pablo Gonzalez Fuertes
- VAR: In use
Form:
Athletic Club: D-L-W-W-W
Barcelona: W-L-W-W-L
Players to Watch
Nico Williams (Athletic Club)
Although he has not been on the scoresheet so much, Nico Williams has regulated the attack in a proper manner for Athletic Club this season. He has helped his fellow teammates by building the plays from the left. Williams will be looking to end the season on a positive note here by helping his side on the attacking front.
Robert Lewandowski (Barcelona)
Robert Lewandowski is the top goal scorer for Barcelona in the LaLiga this season. He has done well but has seen a slight decline in form after a minor injury. Real Madrid‘s Kylian Mbappe surpassed Lewandowski to become LaLiga’s top scorer for the ongoing season and is likely to win the Golden Boot.
The Poland international will be looking to score a goal or two here by finding spaces in the opponent’s defence.
Match Facts
- Athletic Club are winless against Barca this season.
- Barcelona have won three of their last five fixtures against Athletic Bilbao.
- Blaugrana are the top attacking side in the LaLiga this season.
Athletic Club vs Barcelona: Betting Tips and Odds
- Barca to win @111/100 Bet Goodwin
- Robert Lewandowski to score @17/4 Ladbrokes
- Goals under 3.5 @13/20 Betfair Sportsbook
Injury and Team News
All of the squad members for the Athletic Club are fit and ready to be in action.
Barcelona will be without the services of Ferran Torres, Daniel Rodriguez and Marc Bernal as they are injured. Ronald Araujo and Jules Kounde’s availability depends on their match fitness.
Head-to-Head
Total matches: 45
Athletic Club won: 8
Barcelona won: 28
Draws: 9
Predicted Lineups
Athletic Club predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)
Simon (GK); Lekue, Vivian, Paredes, Berchiche; De Galarreta, Prados; Inaki Williams, Sancet, Nico Williams; Guruzeta
Barcelona predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)
Ter Stegen (GK); Garcia, Cubarsi, Martinez, Martin; Gavi, Pedri; Yamal, Olmo, Raphinha; Lewandowski
Match Prediction
Despite being a home game for Athletic Bilbao, it will be Hansi Flick’s Barcelona who are likely to come out on top in their upcoming LaLiga 2024-25 fixture.
Prediction: Athletic Club 1-2 Barcelona
Telecast Details
India: FanCode
UK: Premier Sports
USA: ESPN+
Nigeria: SuperSport
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