Hot Stats
- Valencia have scored more than a single goal in just one of the past ten H2Hs.
- Athletic Club has been awarded the most penalties this season (1).
Athletic Bilbao vs. Valencia Match Preview
Two teams still searching for their first wins of the La Liga season will face off at San Mamés. Athletic Bilbao began their campaign with a 1-1 draw against Getafe, followed by a narrow 2-1 defeat to Barcelona.
Despite the winless start, manager Ernesto Valverde remains optimistic, expressing confidence that his team is “doing well” despite the early setbacks.
A bit of bad luck may have also influenced their results, as Athletic was forced to rely on third-string goalkeeper Álex Padilla against Barcelona due to minor injuries sidelining both Unai Simón and Julen Agirrezabala.
Head to Head
- Athletic Bilbao have only lost once in the last 5 meetings in all competitions against Valencia, winning three of those fixtures.
- Valencia are yet to taste a victory in their past 7 La Liga meeting with Athletic Bilbao.
- The last 10 h2h between these two sides place Athletic Club as a massive favourite for this encounter.
Home Team Form
- Athletic Club haven’t lost at home in the La Liga in their last 19 games.
- Bilbao have also scored nine goals in their last six home games in the La Liga.
Home Team Injuries
Yuri Berchiche (shoulder injury)
Aitor Paredes (foot injury)
I. Ruiz de (thigh injury)
Unai Simón (wrist injury)
Away Team Form
- Valencia have scored 6 goals in their last 5 matches.
- Haven’t won an away game in their last 6 matches.
Away Team Injuries
Sergi Canos (foot injury)
Jose Gaya (thigh injury)
Jaume Doménech (Hamstring)
Mouctar Diakhaby (knee injury)
Verdict
Though Athletic Club are favourites to win this, both teams to score with odds of @2.12 looks like the best bet.
