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Villarreal vs Athletic de Bilbao Prediction – La Liga
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Here you find the best prediction for Villarreal vs Athletic de Bilbao in La Liga, along with match analysis and betting tips.
Read below for our detailed analysis of both teams, including their recent records and main statistics from the last games to offer the best prediction for this match between Villarreal vs Athletic de Bilbao.
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Betting tip and prediction for this match between Villarreal vs Athletic de Bilbao
The best prediction for Villarreal vs Athletic de Bilbao in La Liga is that both teams to score. While Villarreal is expected to dominate much of the match, Athletic Bilbao has been performing well recently. Notably, the “both teams to score – yes” market has been successful in three of the last four encounters between these clubs. Therefore, an intense clash, filled with opportunities for goals and pacing, is anticipated.
The best prediction for Villarreal vs Athletic de Bilbao
Over 0.5 goals in the 1st half (prediction for live betting)
Over 1.5 goals (prediction for live, double or treble betting)
Both teams to score (risky prediction)
Do both teams score? Yes
Match preview: Villarreal vs Athletic de Bilbao
Villarreal and Athletic de Bilbao will meet at the Estadio de La Cerámica in a match for the 30th round of La Liga. In their last encounter in this competition on 08-12-2024, Athletic de Bilbao emerged victorious at home with a score of (2-0). At this venue, the direct head-to-head record indicates a close contest, with 2 draws and 1 win for each team in their last 4 meetings. The last time they faced each other at this ground was on 05-01-2023, in a La Liga match where Athletic de Bilbao triumphed (2-3). The goals in that match were scored by Alexander Sørloth (87’) and Gerard Moreno (86’) for Villarreal and Iñaki Williams (30’), Iñigo Ruiz de Galarta (2’) and Nico Williams (22’) for Athletic de Bilbao. Although this is a match between the 5th and 4th placed teams overall, it is intriguing to note that Villarreal currently ranks 13th in home games, while Athletic is 5th in away matches.
Team analysis: Villarreal
The home side currently sits in 5th place, having accumulated 47 points from 13 wins, 8 draws, and 7 losses. In their penultimate match, they suffered a home defeat to Real Madrid (1-2), but managed a victory away at Getafe in their latest outing (1-2). Interestingly, Villarreal has fared better away from home, earning 27 points as visitors compared to just 20 at their own ground. In their last 10 home league matches, Villarreal has recorded 4 wins, 4 draws, and 2 losses, gathering 16 points from a possible 30. The team has frequently allowed their opponents to score, as seen in 8 of their last 10 fixtures, indicating a lack of defensive solidity. However, their attack appears to be in good form, finding the net in 8 of their last 10 league matches. At home, there is a tendency for high-scoring matches, with 10 of 13 games ending with over 2.5 goals. Throughout the season, Villarreal has conceded the first goal in 12 out of 28 games but has only managed to come back to win on 3 occasions.
Villarreal arrives at this match inspired following a 1-2 victory. During their visit to Getafe, the team’s goals were scored by Ayoze Pérez and Thierno Barry. Managed by Marcelino Toral, Villarreal is expected to adopt a 4-4-2 tactical formation, featuring Ayoze Pérez and Thierno Barry as the attacking duo. In midfield, Dani Parejo plays a pivotal role in orchestrating the play and maintaining the tempo of the team. The only absentee for this match is Ilias Akhomach, who is out due to injury.
Team analysis: Athletic de Bilbao
Currently sitting in 4th place with 52 points, the visiting team has achieved 14 wins, 11 draws, and 4 losses. In their last match, they drew 0-0 against Osasuna at home, following a previous away victory against Sevilla (0-1). Athletic Bilbao has shown consistency regardless of where they play, having a similar points tally at home and away – scoring 27 goals while conceding 9 at home, compared to 19 goals for and 15 against as the visiting team. In their last 10 away matches in the league, they have garnered 17 points from 30, including 4 wins, 5 draws, and 1 loss. Notably, 7 of their 14 away matches have been 0-0 at half-time. Additionally, Athletic’s attacking line has been reliable, scoring in 7 of their last 10 league games. This season, they have only managed to overturn a deficit twice in 11 matches in which they conceded the first goal. It’s worth mentioning that they have scored 7 of their 19 away goals between the 61st and 75th minutes, highlighting their knack for performing late in matches.
Athletic de Bilbao enters this fixture following a goalless draw at home against Osasuna. The visiting side typically employs a 4-3-3 formation, with Nico Williams, Iñaki Williams, and Gorka Guruzeta tasked to create havoc in the opposing defence. The midfield trio is likely to be comprised of Oihan Sancet, Beñat Prados, and Mikel Gauregizar, with Sancet playing a key role in controlling the centre of the park. Coach Ernesto Valverde will be without Dani Vivian and Aitor Paredes, both of whom are sidelined due to injuries.
The best prediction for Villarreal vs Athletic de Bilbao
Over 0.5 goals in the 1st half (prediction for live betting)
Over 1.5 goals (prediction for live, double or treble betting)
Both teams to score (risky prediction)
Do both teams score? Yes
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