The title race in Spain is heating up, and a top-four clash awaits us at the Riyadh Air Metropolitano. Atletico Madrid got a morale-boosting result in midweek against Barcelona, and they will be looking to take all three points in this fixture. Our Atletico vs Athletic betting predictions keep you updated ahead of this big game.
This is the second league meeting between the teams this season, and Atletico Madrid has a five-point lead over Bilbao.
| ℹ️ Tournament: | Spanish La Liga season 2024-25, Matchday 26 |
| ⚽️ Venue: | Riyadh Air Metropolitano, Madrid, Spain |
| 🗓️ Date: | 1 March 2025 |
| ⏰ Time: | 20:00 GMT on Saturday |
Atletico vs Athletic odds are now available on the best soccer bookmakers in 2025 with the hosts as favorites. The Basque club are priced at 3.50 (5/2) to win, while Atletico Madrid’s odds to win is worth 2.05 (21/20). The odds for a draw are valued at 3.40 (12/5).
Athletic Bilbao has won three of the last five meetings against the hosts, but Atletico Madrid won the most recent match. Diego Simeone’s team has recorded two consecutive wins against Bilbao, and they will be very confident here.
Alexander Sorloth left it late again vs Barcelona this season to secure a 4-4 draw for Atletico Madrid in the midweek cup game. The hosts are active in all competitions this season, and only one point separates them from the top of the league table. The Rojiblancos are the only team unbeaten at home in La Liga, and they can win to put pressure on league leaders Barcelona.
Cesar Azpilicueta is doubtful for this clash, while Koke is ruled out until next month. Alexander Sorloth will be another option off the bench for the hosts.
Athletic Bilbao recorded one of their biggest wins in La Liga last week, beating Real Valladolid 7-1 at San Mames. The Basque Club are unbeaten in their last six games in all competitions, and they sit fourth in La Liga behind the big three. Ernesto Valverde’s team are six points away from the top, but their priority will be to secure Champions League football ahead of the new season.
Orhan Sancet has been vital for Athletic Bilbao this season, and he is a doubt for this game. Joining him on the sidelines is Alvaro Djalo, who is out with a knee injury.
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Atletico Madrid has one of the best home records in the league, with nine wins in 13 home matches. The Rojiblancos are unbeaten at home, and they have gotten some exciting results against Barcelona and Madrid in the last few weeks. Athletic Bilbao is winless in two consecutive away games, and they were beaten 1-0 in the reverse fixture. A bet on the Rojiblancos to win is a good offer on Atletico vs Athletic predictions.
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Atletico Madrid’s last home game against Bilbao ended in a 3-1 win, and we could see goals from both teams here. Ernesto Valverde’s side are the fourth-highest scorers in the league, and they have netted 16 goals in their last five matches. Atletico Madrid are the favorites to win, but the visitors can get at least a goal here. A bet on both teams to score is a good value bet on La Liga 2025 bookies.
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Julian Alvarez opened the scoring in the draw against Barcelona, and he has now scored four goals in his last four games for Atletico Madrid. Athletic Bilbao has kept only one clean sheet in their last five matches, and there are good chances for the Argentine forward to score. Backing Julian Alvarez to score is a good scorer bet on Atletico vs Athletic betting tips.
Matchday 26 in the Spanish League sees Atletico and Bilbao clash at the Metropolitano in a top-four battle. Our Atletico vs Athletic betting picks are out, and you can make extra cash from this match by using our expert tips and predictions.
