While Getafe seek to confirm their spot next season in the top-flight with a win, Athletic Club approach Thursday’s clash at the Coliseum with everything to play for – a victory could solidify their top-four ambitions as the Basque side chase UEFA Champions League qualification.
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Getafe vs Athletic Club prediction: Back Bilbao to get rolling
Key stats
- Getafe are on a five-game losing streak, failing to score in each of their last four defeats.
- The Azulones have conceded nine and scored just one goal in their last five outings.
- Athletic Club are unbeaten in their last three league games, with a clean sheet in each (W2, D1).
- The visitors have lost just one of their last 10 away games against the Madrid natives.
Correct score prediction: Getafe 0-1 Athletic Club
Getafe disastrous form continues as they risk setting an unwanted club record – five consecutive scoreless games for the first time in over four years. With their season all but over, the Azulones face a resurgent Athletic Club side after their hard-fought but lucky Basque derby triumph against Deportivo Alaves. Expect Ernesto Valverde’s Champions League chasers to add to their momentum with a handful of games remaining.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Clear away favourites
- HOME: 23/10 (3.30) – 30.3%
- DRAW: 17/10 (2.70) – 37%
- AWAY: 8/5 (2.60) – 38.4%
*odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
Jose Bordalas has struggled to navigate Getafe’s season, with their European qualification hopes in the dust following a shambolic streak of five losses. Things are not expected to get better anytime soon, as bookmakers back Getafe with odds of 23/10 (3.30) – a minority win probability of 30.3%.
The Lions, however, look determined to end their campaign on a positive note after their Europa League elimination at the hands of Manchester United. Although Bilbao’s last five trips across all competitions produced no triumphs, they remain heavy favourites with odds of 8/5 (2.60) – 38.4% probability of victory.
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Most recent H2Hs: A fixture notorious for stalemates
Getafe and Athletic Club have shared spoils in 11 of their last 15 encounters, with just two wins apiece. However, the visitors have had the most recent laugh, winning 2-0 here last May.
Spain La Liga 15/08/24
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Spain La Liga 03/05/24
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Spain La Liga 27/09/23
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Getafe
Spain La Liga 01/04/23
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Getafe
Spain La Liga 18/10/22
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Getafe preview: Safety first
A win would mathematically secure the Azulones’ top-flight status, sitting five points above the drop zone with three rounds remaining. However, Bordalas faces defensive headaches with both Djene and Juan Berrocal suspended, while Juanmi’s fitness is questionable.
Predicted lineup: Soria (GK), Iglesias, Alderete, Duarte, Rico Salguero, Federico, Milla, Bernat, Uche, Terrats & Mayoral
Spain La Liga 10/05/25 L Valencia 3 Getafe 0 Spain La Liga 02/05/25 L Rayo Vallecano 1 Getafe 0 Spain La Liga 23/04/25 L Real Madrid 1 Getafe 0 Spain La Liga 18/04/25 L Espanyol 1 Getafe 0 Spain La Liga 12/04/25 L Las Palmas 3 Getafe 1
Athletic Club preview: Out to solidify top four ambitions
The visitors arrive determined to end their away drought, winless on the road since their mid-March triumph at Sevilla. Valverde’s selection options remain limited though, with the influential Williams brothers – Inaki and Nico – still unavailable, while midfielder Benat Prados also sits out of this clash.
Predicted lineup: Simon (GK), Gorosabel, Alvarez, Vivian, Berchiche, Inigo Ruiz, Jauregizar, Olabarrieta, Gomez, Berenguer & Sannadi
Spain La Liga 11/05/25 W CD Alaves 0 Athletic Bilbao 1 UEFA Europa League 08/05/25 L Man Utd 4 Athletic Bilbao 1 Spain La Liga 04/05/25 D Real Sociedad 0 Athletic Bilbao 0 UEFA Europa League 01/05/25 L Man Utd 3 Athletic Bilbao 0 Spain La Liga 23/04/25 W Las Palmas 0 Athletic Bilbao 1
Player to watch: Oihan Sancet
Expected to lead the front line once again after playing just 23 minutes against Alaves, Sancet possesses the charm to make a difference.
The 25-year-old has been fantastic this season for the Basque side with 15 La Liga goals in 26 games – one of those strikes arriving as the opener in the reverse 1-1 fixture at San Mames.
