Mallorca will make the trip to San Mames for their La Liga encounter with Athletic Bilbao on Saturday, 4 October 2025.
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Athletic Bilbao vs Mallorca predictions: A low-scoring affair
Key stats
- Fewer than three goals were scored in six of Athletic Bilbao's last seven meetings with Mallorca.
- Mallorca have no wins in their last seven encounters with Athletic Bilbao.
- Athletic Bilbao are currently on a seven-match winless streak across all competitions.
Correct score prediction: Athletic Bilbao 1-1 Mallorca
Six of the last seven clashes between these teams were tied at the end of regulation time, three of which ended 1-1.
Pre-game odds and win probability:
- HOME: 1/2 (1.50) – 66.7%
- DRAW: 3/1 (4.00) – 25%
- AWAY: 6/1 (7.00) – 14.3%
*Odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
The past few weeks have not been very pleasant for Athletic Bilbao, as they have suffered six defeats in their last seven games across all competitions, failing to score in five of them.
On the other hand, Mallorca earned their first win of the season by defeating Alaves by a single goal last time out. They are 19th in La Liga, 10 places behind their hosts, who have a 3-1-3 win-draw-loss record.
Ahead of this clash, Athletic Bilbao are the expected winners at 1/2 (1.50). Teams with these odds usually have a 66.7% probability of winning.
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Also, keeping in mind that both teams found the net in four of Mallorca's last six matches, BTTS – Yes has an appealing look at 5/4 (2.25). That one has a 44.4% chance of landing.
Most recent H2Hs: Another stalemate on the cards?
Although Athletic Bilbao are unbeaten in their last seven skirmishes with Mallorca, it is important to note that these teams were on level terms at the end of regulation time in six of those clashes.
Spain La Liga 09/03/25
Athletic Bilbao
Mallorca
Spain La Liga 28/10/24
Mallorca
Athletic Bilbao
Spain Copa del Rey 06/04/24
Athletic Bilbao
Mallorca
Spain La Liga 02/02/24
Athletic Bilbao
Mallorca
Spain La Liga 03/09/23
Mallorca
Athletic Bilbao
Athletic Bilbao preview: Nico Williams expected to feature
Nico Williams, who has been absent from Athletic Club since early September due to injury, returned to the team's squad during Wednesday’s defeat to Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League. Although an unused substitute in that encounter, the youngster is expected to play some part this weekend from the bench as he works his way back to full fitness.
Nonetheless, there won't be any form of matchday-squad presence for Unai Eguiluz (ACL), Mikel Vesga (groin), and Benat Prados (ACL), as these three are ruled out through injury; Alex Berenguer is doubtful, while Yeray Alvarez continues to serve his doping suspension until next April.
Predicted lineup: Simon (GK), Lekue, Vivian, Laporte, Berchiche, Galarreta, Jauregizar, I. Williams, Sancet, Gomez & Guruzeta.
Last five matches
- Dortmund 4-1 Athletic Bilbao
- Villarreal 1-0 Athletic Bilbao
- Athletic Bilbao 1-1 Girona
- Valencia 2-0 Athletic Bilbao
- Athletic Bilbao 0-2 Arsenal
Mallorca preview: No new absentees
As for Mallorca, the trio of Takuma Asano, Omar Mascarell and Marash Kumbulla are ruled out this weekend because of hamstring injuries. Barring these players, there are no fresh concerns for the visitors.
Mateo Joseph is yet to score for Mallorca this season, but the 21-year-old winger is set to have a spot on the right flank of the final third once again, while the reliable Vedat Muriqi spearheads the attack.
Predicted lineup: Roman (GK), Mojica, Raillo, Valjent, Maffeo, Morlanes, Costa, Domenech, Darder, Joseph & Muriqi.
Last five matches
- Mallorca 1-0 Deportivo Alaves
- Real Sociedad 1-0 Mallorca
- Mallorca 1-1 Atletico Madrid
- Espanyol 3-2 Mallorca
- Real Madrid 2-1 Mallorca
Player to watch: Vedat Muriqi
Mallorca have scored six goals in La Liga this season and four of those came from Vedat Muriqi. The former Lazio forward will be called upon to provide goals this weekend.