👉 What is the recommended bet for Athletic Bilbao vs Barcelona?

The prediction and suggested bet for Athletic Bilbao vs Barcelona on 25 May 2025, according to expert analysis, points to: Both teams to score? Yes ⇒ wager available.

👉 Which stadium will host the Athletic Bilbao vs Barcelona match?

The Athletic Bilbao vs Barcelona match on 25 May 2025 will take place in Bilbao, at San Mamés Barria.

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Athletic de Bilbao vs Barcelona Prediction – La Liga

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Check out the best predictions for Athletic Bilbao vs Barcelona

Here you will find the best prediction for Athletic Bilbao vs Barcelona in La Liga, alongside match analysis and betting tips.

Read below for our detailed analysis of both teams, including recent form and key statistics from their latest matches to provide the best prediction for the encounter between Athletic Bilbao and Barcelona.

Athletic de Bilbao

25 May 2025 – 19::00
La Liga
2024/2025
NORMAL EXPENSE – ROUND 38

Barcelona

Betting tip and prediction for this match between Athletic Bilbao and Barcelona

The best prediction for Athletic Bilbao vs Barcelona in La Liga is that both teams will score. Both teams are known for their open attacking play, creating numerous scoring opportunities. In recent matches, they have tended to focus on their attacking strengths while neglecting defensive duties. Therefore, backing the market “Both teams to score – yes” in this encounter is a sound option.

Match preview: Athletic Bilbao vs Barcelona

Athletic Bilbao and Barcelona will meet at San Mamés Barria for the 38th round of La Liga. In the last match between these teams in this competition on 24–08‑2024, FC Barcelona triumphed at home with a score of 2‑1. The historical head-to-head record at this stadium favours the visitors, who have won 2 and drawn 3 of the last 5 encounters. However, in their most recent match at this venue on 03‑03‑2024, the teams drew 0‑0. It is important to consider the home and away form, as both teams display markedly different performance levels in their respective venues.

Team analysis: Athletic Bilbao

The home side currently occupies 4th place with 70 points, having recorded 19 wins, 13 draws, and 5 losses. In their penultimate match, they achieved a 0-2 victory against Getafe. Most recently, they won 0-1 against Valencia. Athletic Bilbao is notably stronger at home, boasting 9 wins, 3 draws, and 3 losses in their last 30 matches at home, as opposed to 4 wins, 6 draws, and 5 losses when playing away.

They haven’t lost at home for their last 15 matches in this competition. The most frequent scoreline at half-time during home games in the league has been 0-0, which has occurred in 7 of their 18 fixtures. Their defence has been quite solid, conceding goals in just 2 of their last 10 La Liga matches. Additionally, their home games tend to feature fewer goals, as 12 of their last 18 saw less than 3 goals. In their 37 league matches, they have only managed to turn the score around in 3 out of 13 instances when they conceded the first goal. Notably, in their last 18 home encounters, they’ve conceded 4 out of their 10 goals in the closing minutes (76’–90′).

Athletic Bilbao enters this clash with a narrow 0-1 victory against Valencia, with the only goal credited to Álex Berenguer. The Basque team typically lines up in a traditional 4-3-3 formation, featuring Álex Berenguer, Gorka Guruzeta, and Iñaki Williams in forward roles. Oihan Sancet, the brain of the team, controls the tempo and orchestrates attacks from midfield. Coach Ernesto Valverde is likely to have a full squad available for this fixture.

Team analysis: Barcelona

The visitors currently sit at the top of the table with 85 points, following 27 wins, 4 draws, and 6 losses. In their penultimate match, they secured a 0-2 away victory against Espanyol. However, they suffered a 2-3 defeat at home to Villarreal in their most recent outing. Interestingly, they have been more formidable away from home; over their last 30 matches, they achieved 12 wins, 2 draws, and only 1 loss on the road, compared to 10 wins, 4 draws, and 1 loss at their own ground.

In La Liga, Barcelona has not been beaten in their last 10 away fixtures. Their attack has been potent, scoring in at least one goal in their last 10 league matches. Away games typically see a high number of goals, with 13 of their last 18 matches ending with more than 2.5 goals on the scoreboard. In their league encounters, they’ve managed to turn around the score in 5 of the 10 occasions where they conceded first.

Despite losing 2-3 to Villarreal in their last match at Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys, the Catalans have already clinched the La Liga title. Barcelona usually employs a tactical setup of 5-2-3, prioritising quick transitions, particularly through the flanks. In this formation, Robert Lewandowski, Lamine Yamal, and Raphinha are the forward players. Midfielder Pedri acts as the team’s central figure, tasked with orchestrating attacks. They will be without injured players Ferran Torres, Marc Bernal, Jules Koundé, and Ronald Araújo for this match.

The best prediction for Athletic Bilbao vs Barcelona

Over 0.5 goal in the 1st half (suggestion for live bet)
Over 1.5 goals (suggestion for live, double or treble bet)
Both teams to score (risky prediction)