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Valencia will hope to improve their fortunes when they take on Athletic Bilbao at San Mames on Sunday.
Los Che are still fighting for their survival and have managed only one win in their last five games.
Athletic Bilbao, on the other hand, are on a quest to secure a European spot.
Read our Athletic Bilbao vs Valencia prediction, preview and betting tips below, and make sure to check out our today's betting tips page for more of our expert predictions.
Athletic Bilbao vs Valencia key stats
- Valencia have no wins in their last six trips to this stadium.
- Three or more goals were scored in five of Athletic Bilbao’s last seven games.
- Valencia conceded first in three of their last four matches.
Athletic Bilbao vs Valencia preview: Visitors to complete the sweep?
Athletic Bilbao vs Valencia — Tale of the Tape
| Athletic Bilbao | vs | Valencia |
|---|---|---|
| 8th | Position | 12th |
| 44 | Points | 39 |
| 40 | Goals For | 37 |
| 50 | Goals Against | 50 |
| 6 | Clean Sheets | 8 |
| 9th | Home / Away Rank | 15th |
*These figures were accurate at the time of publishing.
Athletic Bilbao came from behind to beat Deportivo Alaves 4-2 on the road in their last outing, strengthening their chances of securing top-six spot.
The Basque giants are only three points behind sixth-placed Celta Vigo with four matches remaining. They have been impressive at home in recent months, winning four of their last six league games at this stadium.
Having suffered a host of injury setbacks this season, Athletic Bilbao are entering the last few weeks of the league season with little to worry about on the injury front, as Maroan Sannadi is back in the squad after missing the team's last four matches due to knee discomfort.
After several months of rehabilitation, Benat Prados is back in training, but the 25-year-old will not be rushed into the starting XI just yet. The midfielder had a successful surgery on a torn left anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) last September.
On the other hand, Valencia suffered a disappointing 2-0 home defeat against Atletico Madrid, even though their visitors rested most of their starters due to their involvement in the UEFA Champions League semi-finals.
With that defeat, Carlos Corberan's men are only three points above the relegation zone. Conversely, the visitors could still secure a place in Europe next season, as they are five points behind seventh-placed Getafe.
Jose Copete continues his months-long recovery from left knee meniscus tear surgery, ruling him out for the remainder of the campaign.
Thierry Correia is also unavailable for the Mestalla outfit, with the Portuguese still nursing a hamstring injury, while Julen Agirrezabala is doubtful for the clash, as the goalkeeper is in the final stages of recovery from a left knee meniscus injury sustained in March.
Athletic Bilbao vs Valencia form guide & betting tips
| Athletic Bilbao | vs | Valencia |
|---|---|---|
L
L
W
L
W |
Form | L
L
D
W
L |
| 6 | Points | 4 |
| 11th | Form Table | 19th |
| 8 | Goals For | 5 |
| 9 | Goals Against | 8 |
L
L
W
L
W |
Form (All Comps) | L
L
D
W
L |
Whispers Predicts: Athletic Bilbao 3-1 Valencia
At 1.76, Athletic Bilbao are considered favourites by the bookies.
Considering Valencia's recent run of results, we are confident that the Basque giants will claim all the spoils at home.
Interestingly, Athletic Bilbao have been involved in some high-scoring games of late, as their last two games went above the 4.5-goal threshold.
On that note, we fancy Athletic Bilbao & over 2.5 total goals at 2.65.
> BTTS – Yes at 1.90 | Likelihood: Probable
> Over 2.5 goals at 1.95 | Likelihood: Probable
> Match result : Athletic Bilbao at 1.76 | Likelihood: Probable
> Athletic Bilbao & BTTS – Yes at 3.75 | Likelihood: Possible
> Correct score: 3-1 at 14.50 | Likelihood: Outsider