La Liga 2024-2025: Ath Bilbao vs Barcelona Prediction

Ath Bilbao

Home Team
12%
VS

Barcelona

Away Team
78%
Draw: 10%
Over 2.5: 56%
Under 2.5: 44%
Goal: 55%
No Goal: 45%

Current Standings

Pos Team Pl W D L GF GA GD Pts
1 Barcelona 37 27 4 6 99 39 60 85
2 Real Madrid 37 25 6 6 76 38 38 81
3 Ath Madrid 37 21 10 6 64 30 34 73
4 Ath Bilbao 37 19 13 5 54 26 28 70
5 Villarreal 37 19 10 8 67 49 18 67
6 Betis 37 16 11 10 56 49 7 59
7 Celta 37 15 7 15 57 56 1 52
8 Vallecano 37 13 12 12 41 45 -4 51
9 Osasuna 37 12 15 10 47 51 -4 51
10 Mallorca 37 13 8 16 35 44 -9 47
11 Sociedad 37 13 7 17 35 44 -9 46
12 Valencia 37 11 12 14 43 53 -10 45
13 Getafe 37 11 9 17 33 37 -4 42
14 Alaves 37 10 11 16 37 47 -10 41
15 Girona 37 11 8 18 44 56 -12 41
16 Sevilla 37 10 11 16 40 51 -11 41
17 Espanol 37 10 9 18 38 51 -13 39
18 Leganes 37 8 13 16 36 56 -20 37
19 Las Palmas 37 8 8 21 40 59 -19 32
20 Valladolid 37 4 4 29 26 87 -61 16

Recent Trends

Ath Bilbao ✅ ✅ ✅ ⚪ ✅

  • Last Match: ✅ vs Valencia (Goals: 1 - 0)
  • 2nd Last Match: ✅ vs Getafe (Goals: 2 - 0)
  • 3rd Last Match: ✅ vs Alaves (Goals: 1 - 0)
  • 4th Last Match: ⚪ vs Sociedad (Goals: 0 - 0)
  • 5th Last Match: ✅ vs Las Palmas (Goals: 1 - 0)

Barcelona ❌ ✅ ✅ ✅ ✅

  • Last Match: ❌ vs Villarreal (Goals: 2 - 3)
  • 2nd Last Match: ✅ vs Espanol (Goals: 2 - 0)
  • 3rd Last Match: ✅ vs Real Madrid (Goals: 4 - 3)
  • 4th Last Match: ✅ vs Valladolid (Goals: 2 - 1)
  • 5th Last Match: ✅ vs Mallorca (Goals: 1 - 0)

Advanced Metrics (Last 5 games)

Ath Bilbao

Average Expected Goals (xG): 1.53
Average Expected Goals Against (xGA): 1.01
# Clean Sheets: 5

Barcelona

Average Expected Goals (xG): 1.57
Average Expected Goals Against (xGA): 0.88
# Clean Sheets: 2

Key Prediction Insights

Barcelona is predicted to win the upcoming clash against Ath Bilbao with a striking probability of 78.0%. The match is also expected to see over 2.5 goals, given the 56.0% likelihood. As the current leader in La Liga, Barcelona stands tall with 85 points, while Ath Bilbao holds the fourth spot with 70 points, fighting to secure their place in the Champions League for next season.

Match Analysis

Ath Bilbao is entering this match with a solid winning streak, having secured victories in their last three games against Valencia, Getafe, and Alaves without conceding a single goal. Their defensive prowess is evident, with five clean sheets in the last five matches and an average of only 0.4 goals conceded per game. Offensively, they have averaged 1.2 goals per match in the same period, highlighting a balanced approach. On the other hand, Barcelona, despite a recent home loss to Villarreal, has shown their attacking mettle by scoring an average of 2.2 goals in their last five encounters. They notably defeated Real Madrid in a thrilling 4-3 victory, showcasing their offensive capabilities. Barcelona's defense has also been reliable, with an average of 0.6 goals conceded and two clean sheets in recent matches. These statistics underline their overall dominance and the reasons behind their top position in the league.

Final Prediction

Barcelona's superior attacking form and solid defensive record give them the edge in this matchup against Ath Bilbao. With a strong probability of a high-scoring game, fans should watch out for Barcelona's offensive execution, which could be a deciding factor. The Catalan giants' ability to capitalize on scoring opportunities might be the key to securing another crucial win.