Projected Lineups
Athletic Bilbao
G: Julen Agirrezabala
D: Dani Vivian
D: Beñat Prados
D: Yuri
D: Aitor Paredes
M: Oihan Sancet
M: Mikel Jauregizar
M: Mikel Vesga
M: Unai Gómez
A: I. Williams
A: Gorka Guruzeta
Sevilla
G: Ø. Nyland
D: José Ángel Carmona
D: Adrià Pedrosa
D: L. Badé
D: T. Nianzou
M: Saúl
M: L. Agoumé
M: D. Sow
M: Juanlu Sánchez
A: Isaac
A: C. Ejuke
This Sunday, September 29, the highly anticipated match between Athletic Bilbao and Sevilla will take place at the iconic San Mamés Barria stadium in Bilbao. In what is sure to be an electrifying event, these formidable teams will go head to head in a battle for supremacy in the Spain La Liga league. With a forecast of partly cloudy skies and a pleasant temperature of 69 degrees (F), conditions are ideal for an intense and dynamic game. Adding to the excitement, the last time these two teams met on May 19 in the Primera division, Athletic Club emerged victorious with a 2-0 win. Make sure to tune in at 14:15 (UTC) to witness a clash of titans on the field. It's a match you won't want to miss.
Athletic Bilbao is on a steady rise with 4 victories out of their last 5 games, showcasing their unbeatable determination and skill. Their goal scoring capabilities have been impressive, with a total of 9 goals in their past 5 matches. However, the absence of key players, such as Ruíz de Galarreta, Álex Berenguer, A. S. Lokonga, and D. Sow, due to injuries will be a challenge for the home side. Despite this, Athletic Bilbao will not be discouraged as they continue to push forward with their unbeaten mentality. In previous matchups against teams of similar caliber, Athletic Bilbao has not yet secured a victory, resulting in 2 losses and 0 draws. Their average of 0.5 goals scored and 1.5 goals conceded against these teams will surely be improved as they work tirelessly to achieve their goals. Most recently, Gorka Guruzeta has proved to be a valuable asset
Despite dominating the La Liga at home, Sevilla's away record has been less than desirable with two losses and two draws in their last five matches on the road. However, their goal-scoring prowess cannot be underestimated, with 6 goals netted in their recent five away games. Unfortunately, their performance against similarly ranked opponents has been lackluster, with no wins, one loss, and an average of 2 goals conceded. Furthermore, they will be facing injuries to key players such as J. Agirrezabala, Y. Alvarez, Y. Berchiche, U. Simon, and N. Williams. Despite these setbacks, Sevilla is coming off of a triumphant 2-1 win over Real Valladolid, with David Torres scoring the winning goal. Can Sevilla continue their winning streak, or will their away struggles continue? Only time will tell.
The much-anticipated clash between Athletic Bilbao and Sevilla has brought about a tense and enthralling rivalry, with each team showcasing their skills on the field. In the past 10 matches, the two clubs have produced an average of only 1.8 goals, making every goal that much more crucial. Yet, when looking at their overall history, we see that these fierce competitors have faced each other an impressive 62 times, with Athletic Bilbao emerging victorious in 21 of those encounters and drawing 13. On the other hand, Sevilla has proven to be a tough opponent, having claimed victory 28 times. With such an evenly-matched record, it's anyone's game as these two teams gear up to battle it out once again.
The anticipation is palpable as Sevilla takes to the field, knowing that a win tonight could catapult them to a prestigious Promotion - Conference League (Qualification: ) spot, greatly enhancing their table position and setting the stage for a successful upcoming season. The stakes are high and the potential implications for their future success serve as a powerful motivation for the home team. With determination and skill, Sevilla is ready to seize this opportunity and solidify their place among the top teams in the league.
Prediction
Market: Handicap
Prediction: Home -0.5
Average Odds: 1.72