Athletic Bilbao is set to square off against Espanyol in an exciting La Liga encounter at San Mamés Barria on Saturday, October 19, beginning at 11:00 pm AEDT. This match holds significant importance for both teams as they aim to secure valuable points and improve their standings in the league.
In this article, we provide comprehensive Predictions, Stats, H2H, Odds, & Betting Tips for the Athletic Club vs Espanyol game. Our in-depth analysis covers past head-to-head statistics, current form, and key player insights to give you a thorough understanding of what to expect. Let’s dive into our preview and find out who is favoured in this intriguing matchup!
With Athletic Bilbao looking to capitalize on their home advantage to climb higher up the table and Espanyol aiming to secure a crucial away victory, this fixture promises high-quality football and intense competition. Fans can anticipate tactical battles and standout performances as both teams showcase their talents on the field.
Athletic Club vs Espanyol Important H2H Prediction Stats
We preview the game at San Mamés Barria, where Athletic Club will host Espanyol in an intriguing La Liga fixture. After analyzing past head-to-head stats between the two teams, as well as their performances against other opponents, the mustwinteams.com supercomputer has made its predictions about the game, which we will indicate below.
Recent Meetings
- Last Match: The last time these two teams played was on April 8, 2023, with Espanyol at home, and Athletic Club securing a 2-1 victory.
League Standings
- Athletic Club: Currently in 6th position in La Liga, aiming to climb higher in the standings.
- Espanyol: [Position not specified in the provided data.]
Key Players to Watch
- Athletic Club:
- Assist Leader: Williams is the top assist provider for Athletic Club this season with 4 assists. Espanyol will need to keep him well marked to prevent goal-scoring opportunities.
- Disciplinary Record: Beñat Prados has accumulated 3 yellow cards, the most in the team. His discipline will be crucial in midfield battles.
- Espanyol:
- Top Scorer: Javi Puado is Espanyol’s leading goal scorer this season with 3 goals. Athletic Club will need to keep him under control to prevent threats on goal.
- Disciplinary Record: Pol Lozano has received 3 yellow cards, making him a player to watch regarding disciplinary action.
Scoring and Conceding Patterns
- Athletic Club:
- Most Likely to Score: Between the 30th and 45th minutes, having scored 38.5% of their goals during this period.
- Espanyol:
- Most Likely to Concede: Between the 45th and 60th minutes, with 33.3% of goals against occurring just after halftime.
Possession Statistics
- Athletic Club: Averages 44.44% possession per match, indicating a direct and possibly counter-attacking style of play.
- Espanyol: Averages 42.44% possession per match, suggesting they may rely on defensive solidity and quick transitions.
Corner Averages
- Athletic Club: Averages 4.00 corners per match, reflecting their ability to create opportunities from wide areas.
- Espanyol: Averages 3.44 corners per match, which may indicate fewer attacks leading to corner situations.
Both Teams to Score (BTTS) Statistics
- Athletic Club: BTTS has occurred in 66.67% of their matches this season, showing a tendency for both teams to find the net.
- Espanyol: BTTS rate is 55.56%, suggesting a moderate likelihood of matches where both teams score.
Head-to-Head Record
- Total Matches: In their last 39 matches head-to-head:
- Espanyol Wins: [Data indicates Espanyol leads with 2 wins, but total wins not fully specified.]
- Draws: 13
- Athletic Club Wins: [Not fully specified; additional data needed.]
- Last Match Result: Athletic Club won the previous encounter 2-1.
Betting Insights
If you are confident in your analysis and want to place a bet, consider the following factors:
- Match Outcome: Given Athletic Club’s home advantage and recent victory over Espanyol, they might be favored to win.
- Goal Timings: Athletic Club tends to score before halftime, while Espanyol is prone to conceding just after the break. This could influence bets on first-half goals.
- Both Teams to Score (BTTS): With both teams having over a 50% BTTS rate, betting on both teams to score might be a viable option.
- Disciplinary Markets: Players like Beñat Prados and Pol Lozano, who have multiple yellow cards, may be at risk of bookings, offering potential in card-related bets.
- Corners: Considering the average number of corners per match, bets on total corners might be of interest, possibly leaning towards under 9 corners combined.
For the latest odds and to place your bets, check out the pre-match and live odds in the Matchstat odds section, where you can also view live coverage of the match.
Athletic Club Vs Espanyol Last Match Result and Stats
| Performance Summary | Espanyol | Athletic Club |
|---|---|---|
| Shots Total | 9 | 12 |
| Shots Blocked | 1 | 2 |
| Shots Inside Box | 5 | 11 |
| Shots Outside Box | 4 | 1 |
| Passes Total | 441 | 468 |
| Accurate Passes | 360 | 387 |
| Pass Accuracy % | 81.63 | 82.69 |
| Total Attacks | 94 | 118 |
| Dangerous Attacks | 27 | 49 |
| Fouls | 15 | 18 |
| Corners | 8 | 7 |
| Offsides | 4 | 2 |
| Possession Time | 49 | 51 |
| Yellow Cards | 6 | 4 |
| Red Cards | 1 | 0 |
| Yellow Red Cards | 1 | 0 |
| Saves | 5 | 1 |
| Substitutions | 5 | 5 |
| Goal Kicks | 9 | 6 |
| Goal Attampts | 5 | 7 |
| Free Kicks | N/A | N/A |
| Throw Ins | 14 | 13 |
| Ball Safe | 96 | 100 |
| Goals | 1 | 2 |
| Penalties | 0 | 0 |
| Injuries | N/A | N/A |
Athletic Club Vs Espanyol Season Stats
| Performance Summary | Athletic Club | Espanyol |
|---|---|---|
| Total Wins | 4 | 3 |
| Home Wins | 2 | 3 |
| Away Wins | 2 | 0 |
| Total Draws | 2 | 1 |
| Home Draws | 2 | 0 |
| Away Draws | 0 | 1 |
| Total Lost | 3 | 5 |
| Home Losses | 1 | 2 |
| Away Losses | 2 | 3 |
| Total Goals For | 13 | 9 |
| Home Goals For | 6 | 8 |
| Away Goals For | 7 | 1 |
| Total Goals Against | 10 | 13 |
| Home Goals Against | 4 | 7 |
| Away Goals Against | 6 | 6 |
| Total Clean Sheet | 2 | 1 |
| Home Clean Sheet | 1 | 0 |
| Away Clean Sheet | 1 | 1 |
| Total Failed To Score | 1 | 4 |
| Home Failed To Score | 1 | 1 |
| Away Failed To Score | 0 | 3 |
| Total Av Goals Scored | 1.44 | 1 |
| Home Av Goals Scored | 1.2 | 1.6 |
| Away Av Goals Scored | 1.75 | 0.25 |
| Total Av Goals Conceded | 1.11 | 1.44 |
| Home Av Goals Conceded | 0.8 | 1.4 |
| Away Av Goals Conceded | 1.5 | 1.5 |
| Total 1st Goal Scored | 33m | 23m |
| Home 1st Goal Scored | 28m | 23m |
| Away 1st Goal Scored | 39m | 0m |
| Total 1st Goal Conceded | 50m | 50m |
| Home 1st Goal Conceded | 40m | 55m |
| Away 1st Goal Conceded | 60m | 46m |
| Goals Scoring Minutes | Athletic Club | Espanyol |
|---|---|---|
| 0-15 | 2 (15.4%) | 1 (11.1%) |
| 15-30 | 2 (15.4%) | 2 (22.2%) |
| 30-45 | 5 (38.5%) | 1 (11.1%) |
| 45-60 | 0 (0%) | 3 (33.3%) |
| 60-75 | 2 (15.4%) | 1 (11.1%) |
| 75-90 | 2 (15.4%) | 1 (11.1%) |
| Goals Conceded Minutes | Athletic Club | Espanyol |
|---|---|---|
| 0-15 | 0 (0%) | 1 (7.7%) |
| 15-30 | 2 (20%) | 1 (7.7%) |
| 30-45 | 1 (10%) | 2 (15.4%) |
| 45-60 | 1 (10%) | 1 (7.7%) |
| 60-75 | 2 (20%) | 4 (30.8%) |
| 75-90 | 4 (40%) | 4 (30.8%) |
| Combined Match Stats | Athletic Club | Espanyol |
|---|---|---|
| Attacks | 963 | 707 |
| Dangerous Attacks | 360 | 266 |
| Av Possession Percent | 44.44 | 42.44 |
| Fouls | 114 | 101 |
| Av Fouls Per Game | 12.67 | 11.22 |
| Offside | 17 | 7 |
| Red Cards | 3 | 0 |
| Yellow Cards | 20 | 24 |
| Shots Blocked | 19 | 26 |
| Shots Off Target | 40 | 41 |
| Av Shots Off Target | 4.44 | 4.56 |
| Shots On Target | 33 | 21 |
| Av Shots On Target | 3.67 | 2.33 |
| Total Corners | 36 | 31 |
| Av Corners | 4.00 | 3.44 |
| BTTS | 66.67 | 55.56 |
| Av Player Rating Per Match | 6.83 | 6.86 |
| Tackles | 117 | 153 |
| Total Match Goals Percentages | Athletic Club | Espanyol | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Home | Away | Home | Away | |
| Over 0.5 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 75 |
| Over 1.5 | 60 | 100 | 80 | 25 |
| Over 2.5 | 20 | 75 | 80 | 25 |
| Over 3.5 | 20 | 25 | 20 | 25 |
| Over 4.5 | 0 | 25 | 20 | 25 |
| Over 5.5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Under 0.5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 25 |
| Under 1.5 | 40 | 0 | 20 | 75 |
| Under 2.5 | 80 | 25 | 20 | 75 |
| Under 3.5 | 80 | 75 | 80 | 75 |
| Under 4.5 | 100 | 75 | 80 | 75 |
| Under 5.5 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 |
Athletic Club vs Espanyol Prediction
Our leading predictive analytics model gives the following probabilities for the match outcome:
- Athletic Bilbao: 58.0% chance of winning
- Espanyol: 18.5% chance of winning
- Draw: 23.5% chance of happening
These probabilities suggest that Athletic Bilbao is the clear favorite to win this encounter. Playing at their home ground, San Mamés Barria, and currently sitting in 6th position in La Liga, Athletic Club has both form and home advantage on their side. Their recent victory over Espanyol in the last meeting adds to their confidence heading into this match.
Key Factors Influencing the Prediction
- Home Advantage: Athletic Club tends to perform strongly at home, and the support from their fans could play a significant role.
- Recent Form: Athletic Club’s position in the league and their recent victories indicate a positive momentum.
- Head-to-Head Record: Athletic Club won the previous encounter 2-1 and has a strong overall record against Espanyol.
- Offensive Strength:
- Athletic Club: With Williams leading in assists (4), they have creative avenues to generate scoring opportunities.
- Espanyol: Javi Puado, with 3 goals, is their main threat but may struggle against a solid Athletic defense.
- Defensive Considerations:
- Both teams have players with disciplinary issues. Beñat Prados (Athletic Club) and Pol Lozano (Espanyol) each have 3 yellow cards, which could impact their teams if they receive suspensions or are cautious during the match.
Possible Match Scenarios
- Athletic Club Victory (58.0%): Athletic capitalizes on their home advantage, controlling the game and utilizing their effective attacking strategies to secure a win.
- Draw (23.5%): Espanyol manages to hold off Athletic’s attacks, possibly exploiting set-pieces or counter-attacks to keep the score level.
- Espanyol Victory (18.5%): Espanyol defies the odds by executing a solid defensive game plan and seizing scoring opportunities through players like Javi Puado.
Betting Insights
- Match Result Bet: Betting on an Athletic Club win aligns with the highest probability outcome.
- Both Teams to Score (BTTS): Considering Athletic Club’s BTTS rate of 66.67% and Espanyol’s 55.56%, there’s a reasonable chance both teams will find the net.
- Over/Under Goals: With the likelihood of goals from both sides, betting on over 2.5 goals could offer value.
- First Half Goals: Athletic Club tends to score between the 30th and 45th minutes, so exploring markets for a goal before halftime might be worthwhile.
Betting Advice
- Compare Odds: To maximize potential returns, it’s advisable to check multiple bookmakers for the best odds.
- Stay Informed: Keep an eye on team news, especially regarding any last-minute injuries or suspensions.
- Responsible Gambling: Set a betting budget and stick to it to ensure a fun and responsible betting experience.