Athletico Bilbao vs Valencia CF Prediction: Athletic Bilbao is set to face Valencia CF at San Mames Barria on Wednesday, August 28, 2024, in what promises to be an intriguing La Liga encounter.
Both teams are still searching for their first win of the season, with Bilbao hoping to leverage their home advantage to kickstart their campaign. Valencia, on the other hand, is eager to overcome a disappointing start and climb out of the early-season relegation zone
ATH vs VAL Match Info
- Date: Wednesday 28th August, 2024
- Kick-off time: 10:30 PM IST
- Location: San Mames Barria
- Last meeting: ATH 0-1 VAL
- Where to watch: gxr.world
Athletico Bilbao vs Valencia CF Prediction
This clash between Athletic Bilbao and Valencia CF is expected to be a tight affair. Bilbao’s strong home record contrasts sharply with their struggle to secure victories, resulting in numerous draws.
Valencia, although struggling, has historically performed well at San Mamés, often managing to come away with a point. A low-scoring draw, possibly 1-1, seems the most likely outcome, with both teams struggling to find their rhythm early in the season
- ✅ Less than 2.5 goals
- ✅ Yellow cards – under 2.5
- ✅ Oihan Sancet to score
- ✅ Match to end in a draw.
Athletico Bilbao vs Valencia CF Previews
Athletico Bilbao Team Preview
Bilbao enters this match following a mixed start to their season. Despite a commendable 2023-24 campaign that saw them finish fifth and secure a Copa del Rey victory, their current form has been less impressive. A 1-1 draw with Getafe was followed by a narrow 2-1 defeat to Barcelona, leaving them winless after two games. Their attacking play has shown glimpses of promise, particularly through Oihan Sancet, but consistency has been lacking.
- San Mamés remains a fortress, with Bilbao unbeaten there in La Liga since August 2023.
- Their defense, led by Yeray and Vivian, has been solid, but they need to convert draws into wins to stay competitive
Valencia CF Team Preview
Valencia’s start to the season has been far from ideal. Following a disappointing end to the previous campaign, where they managed just two points from their last seven matches, Los Che have continued their poor run into the new season. Consecutive losses to Barcelona and Celta Vigo have left them at the bottom of the table, and their defense has been particularly leaky, conceding five goals in two games.
- Valencia is winless in their last nine La Liga matches, dating back to April 2024.
- Injuries to key players like José Gayà and Mouctar Diakhaby have further hampered their performance
ATH vs VAL Team News
Coach Ernesto Valverde is facing a number of absences for this match. Unai Simón, Aitor Paredes, and Íñigo Ruiz de Galarreta are all sidelined due to injuries. Additionally, Nico Williams is doubtful after sustaining a muscular issue in their recent loss to Barcelona. On a brighter note, Alvaro Djalo may be ready to feature, and Julen Agirrezabala could make his first start of the season in goal.
Valencia also has significant injury concerns, with José Gayà, Mouctar Diakhaby, Jaume Doménech, Fran Pérez, and Sergi Canós all unavailable. Giorgi Mamardashvili, despite ongoing transfer speculation, is expected to start in goal. New arrival Luis Rioja might get his first start after debuting as a substitute against Celta.
ATH vs VAL Last Five Head-to-Head
- Athletico Bilbao 0-1 Valencia CF
- Athletico Bilbao 2-2 Valencia CF
- Valencia CF 1-2 Athletico Bilbao
- Valencia CF 1-3 Athletico Bilbao
- Athletico Bilbao 1-0 Valencia CF
ATH vs VAL Possible Lineups
Athletico Bilbao Possible Playing XI: Agirrezabala; Gorosabel; Yeray, Vivian, Berchiche; Vesga, Prados Diaz; I Williams, Sancet, Berenguer; Guruzeta
Valencia CF Possible Playing XI: Mamardashvili; Foulquier, Mosquera, Gasiorowski, Vazquez; Lopez, Guillamon, Pepelu, Rioja; Mir, Duro
ATH vs VAL Win Probability
- Athletico Bilbao : 45%
- DRAW: 30%
- Valencia CF: 25%
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