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Athletic de Bilbao vs Rangers Prediction – Europa League
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Here you find the best prediction of Athletic de Bilbao vs Rangers through the Europa League, along with match analysis and betting tips.
Read below for our detailed analysis of both teams, including recent records and key statistics from their last matches to provide the best prediction for this encounter between Athletic Bilbao vs Rangers.
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Betting tip and prediction for this match between Athletic de Bilbao and Rangers
The best prediction for this challenge will be a victory for Athletic de Bilbao. Not only do they have the advantage of playing at home with the support of their fans, but they are also in excellent form, showcasing impressive defensive stability. It’s significant to note that the club has won all five home games in the Europa League thus far. Therefore, the expectation is that the home side will confirm their status as favourites and secure the win.
The best prediction for Athletic de Bilbao vs Rangers
Asian handicap, Athletic de Bilbao -1
Match preview: Athletic de Bilbao vs Rangers
Athletic de Bilbao and Rangers face off at San Mamés Barria in a second leg match of this Europa League phase (Final Wednesdays), having drawn (0–0) in the first leg. The home advantage could play a crucial role, as Rangers show notable differences in performance when playing at home versus away.
Team analysis: Athletic de Bilbao
This team maintains solid performance even when playing away, with a record of 5 wins, 7 draws, and 3 losses in their last 30 matches as visitors, compared to 9 wins, 4 draws, and 2 losses at home. In their latest fixture, they triumphed over Rayo Vallecano at home with a score of (3-1). Athletic Bilbao boasts a perfect record at home in the Europa League, winning all 5 of their recent matches in this competition.
Their attack has been consistently effective, scoring in 9 of their last 10 games within the tournament.
Bilbao comes into this contest following a 3-1 win against Rayo Vallecano in La Liga, where goals were netted by Oihan Sancet (2) and Nico Williams. In the Europa League quarter-finals, they drew 0-0 with Rangers previously. The home team typically employs a 4-3-3 formation, emphasising a direct style of play and exploiting wings to create goal-scoring opportunities. Key attacking players include Iñaki Williams, Nico Williams, and Gorka Guruzeta, while Oihan Sancet focuses on midfield organisation and launching offensive transitions. All squad members are available for this match.
Team analysis: Rangers
Interestingly, this team has been more potent away than at home, recording 8 wins, 5 draws, and 2 losses as visitors across their last 30 matches, compared to 8 wins, 2 draws, and 5 losses at home. They approach this match following a draw against Aberdeen (2-2). Rangers have won 3, drawn 1, and lost 1 in their last 5 away matches in the Europa League, yet have allowed goals in 8 of their last 10 games, indicating a slight lack of defensive stability. However, their attack has found the net consistently, achieving this in 8 of their last 10 matches in the competition. Notably, 23 of their last 32 away games have featured over 2.5 goals, showcasing their attacking style. In 11 games in this competition, they have managed to turn around the score on only 1 occasion out of the 4 times they conceded first.
The Rangers team enters this match after the 2-2 draw against Aberdeen in the Scottish Championship, with goals scored by Ianis Hagi and Hamza Igamane. As for their Europa League quarter-final match, they recorded a goalless draw against Athletic Bilbao. The Glasgow club typically sets up in a 3-4-3 formation, adopting an offensive playing style and utilising the speed of their wingers to undermine opposing defences. Key attacking players include Ianis Hagi, Vaclav Cerny, and Cyriel Dessers, while Nedim Bajrami orchestrates the midfield and dictates the rhythm of their attacking transitions. Robin Pröpper is unavailable for this match due to suspension.
The best prediction for Athletic de Bilbao vs Rangers
Asian handicap, Athletic de Bilbao -1
