Real Madrid are out of the Champions League after their shock defeat to Arsenal. Now, they turn their attention back to La Liga, as they look to salvage their crumbling season. Can they get a winning result against Athletic Bilbao on Sunday? Our Real Madrid vs Athletic Club predictions preview the game.
Real Madrid vs Athletic Bilbao Match Information
- Competition: Spanish La Liga, Round 32
- Venue: Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, Madrid, Spain
- Date: 20 April 2025
- Time: 19:00 GMT on Sunday
Real Madrid vs Athletic Bilbao Odds to Win
Football bookies have provided the following Real Madrid vs Athletic Bilbao odds for this clash:
- Real Madrid to Win @ 1.72 (3/4)
- Draw @ 3.80 (11/4)
- Athletic Bilbao to Win @ 4.90 (39/10)
RMA – ATH: H2H
Los Blancos have three wins in their last five meetings with Bilbao. Athletic Club has won one and drawn one in their previous five meetings with Real Madrid.
- Athletic Club 2-1 Real Madrid (04 December 2024)
- Real Madrid 2-0 Athletic Club (31 March 2024)
- Athletic Club 0-2 Real Madrid (12 August 2023)
- Real Madrid 1-1 Athletic Club (04 June 2023)
- Athletic Club 0-2 Real Madrid (22 January 2023)
Interesting Match Stats
- Los Blancos have scored in nine of their last 10 games against Athletic Bilbao.
- Bilbao has drawn 12 La Liga Matches this season.
- Bilbao are unbeaten in their last eight matches across all competitions.
Real Madrid Team Analysis
Real Madrid are at a critical juncture, with the prospect of finishing the season without silverware looming large. They suffered a decisive defeat in the Champions League this week, missing out on the semifinals. In La Liga, they trail Barcelona by four points. Moreover, they face Barcelona in the Copa del Rey final next week.
Regarding recent performances, Ancelloti’s side has dropped points in three of their last four matches. They first fell to Valencia, followed by losses to Arsenal across both legs in the Champions League. Despite this, a victory against Alavés in their latest league match offers a glimmer of hope. To challenge Barcelona’s lead at the top of the table, Los Blancos must now string together consistent wins..
Line Up Prediction
Lunin, Mendy, Militao, and Carvajal are still injured. Mbappe begins his suspension after picking up a red card against Alaves.
Possible starting lineup: Courtois; Garcia, Rudiger, Alaba, Vasquez; Ceballos, Camavinga, Bellingham, Endrick, Diaz, Vinicius.
Last 5 Matches: L-W-L-L-D
Athletic Club Team Analysis
Bilbao is enjoying a strong season on the field. The team currently ranks fourth in the league and has advanced to the semifinals of the Europa League. Their focus now is to end the season strongly, aiming for the highest possible league position and potentially securing the Europa League title.
Regarding recent performances, Bilbao has recorded three wins and three draws in their last six matches. Their most recent league game resulted in a 3-1 triumph against Rayo Vallecano, followed by a 2-0 win over Rangers in the Europa League.
Line Up Prediction
Yuri Berchiche is the only injury concern for Bilbao
Possible starting lineup: Simon; Gorosabel, Alvarez, Vivian, Boiro; Sancet, Prados, Jauregizer; Williams, Sannidi, Williams.
Last 5 Matches: W-W-D-D-D
Real Madrid vs Athletic Bilbao Betting Tips & Predictions
Here are our top Real Madrid vs Athletic Bilbao betting predictions for this match:
- Draw No Bet: Athletic Club @ 3.45 (5/2) – With 15 draws this season, Bilbao have honed their skill in neutralising opponents. They now face a significantly depleted Madrid team, missing their star forward Mbappé. Riding an eight-game unbeaten streak, Bilbao is well-positioned to secure a victory or draw in this match.
- Both Teams To Score: Yes @ 1.70 (2/3) – Despite the absence of several important players, Madrid continues to pose a significant danger in attack. The La Liga team has found the net in each of its last nine league matches. However, they have also allowed nine goals over the same span. Given Bilbao’s impressive offensive performance in recent weeks, they are likely to score in this match.
- Total Goals: Under 2.5 @ 2.06 (2/3) – Past matches between these teams typically result in low-scoring outcomes. Excluding their most recent clash, the previous six games have all produced fewer than 2.5 goals. Therefore, we are selecting that option for this match prediction.
Final Thoughts & Recommended Picks
Based on our observations, here are our final Real Madrid vs Athletic Bilbao betting picks:
✅Draw No Bet: Athletic Club @ 3.45 (5/2)
✅ Total Goals: Under 2.5 @ 2.06 (2/3)
Despite being higher up the league table, Madrid have struggled in recent weeks. We expect Athletic Bilbao to add to their woes when they face off against each other on Sunday.
