- Man United vs Athletic Bilbao Prediction, Odds & Betting Tips 06/08/2023 
Prediction 1
Bilbao or Draw
19/10 (2.90)
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Prediction 2
Over 2.5 Goals
20/23 (1.87)
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* Betting odds were correct at the time of publication but are subject to change
Just like last summer, the Red Devils opted to play their last 2 friendlies over 24 hours. For this second match on Sunday, August 06th Man United are expected to use only fringe players. The regulars are set to take on Lens at Old Trafford on Saturday and the supporting cast are set to fly to Dublin for this matchup vs Bilbao. Here are our Man United vs Athletic Bilbao odds and the latest team news.
Today's Predictions for Man United vs Athletic Bilbao
Read our top Man United vs Bilbao predictions for this weekend’s fixture below.
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Athletic Bilbao or Draw
- United have confirmed they will be using their B team in this match.
- United lost all of their last 3 friendlies (this prior to the Saturday lunchtime match vs Lens).
- also, Bilbao won both previous meetings between the sides during the 2012 Europa League knockouts.
Over 2.5 Goals
- Bilbao saw 2 of their last 3 friendlies go over 2.5 goals.
- also, both H2H clashes back in 2012 had more than 3 goals in them.
- Man United also saw 2 of their last 3 friendlies (prior to the Saturday match) go over 2.5 goals.
Top Betting Odds and Stats for Man United vs Athletic Bilbao
View our list of key stats for Saturday’s Man United – Athletic Bilbao clash below alongside a tool to help you choose the most lucrative odds.
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Last Five - Athletic Bilbao
Let's take a closer look at the latest markets, Man United vs Athletic Bilbao odds and probability figures ahead of Saturday’s game below.
Man United odds: 8/11 (1.73) – 57.9%
Draw odds: 14/5 (3.80) – 26.3%
Bilbao odds: 18/5 (4.60) – 21.7%
Man United have a 57.9% chance of beating Bilbao on Sunday according to the bookies’ probability figures, while over 2.5 goals come in at 20/23 (1.87) – 53.5%, for those anticipating excitement in Dublin. Bilbao are not given much hope for the win. Their probability to cause an upset is only 21.7% and yet we fancy their chances considering United will be using only their fringe players. For more of our free betting tips follow the link.
Man United vs Athletic Bilbao Team News & Injuries
Read all of the latest injury updates, Man United vs Athletic Bilbao lineups and team news for Saturday’s meeting below.
Man United
The Red Devils lost all of their last 3 friendlies while touring the United States. Their most recent defeat was a 2-3 result vs Dortmund. They also lost 0-2 vs Real Madrid and were stunned 1-3 by Wrexham.
It's obvious that the pre-season so far has been tough going and Man United are desperate to boost their confidence this weekend right before the new Premier League season begins. United host Lens at Old Trafford on Saturday lunchtime and it seems all of the regulars will be used in that match, leaving the supporting cast to travel to Dublin on Sunday for the game vs Athletic Bilbao.
Ten Haag is not expected to even take many of the top players to Ireland for this game so a lot of youngsters could be expectant to get some minutes.
Henderson and Malacia are the main injury issues. Both won't be involved.
Predicted Lineup: Heaton (GK), Dalot, Maguire, Lindelof, Fernandez, McTominay, Hannibal, Eriksen, Pellistri, Hugill & Forson
Athletic Bilbao
Athletic are expected to use their best squad in this final test before they take on Real Madrid at the start of La Liga. Bilbao should have their 2 main new signings on display in this game too.
Bilbao will be eager to make it 3 wins out of 3 against Man United and they have proven numerous times in the past how easily they can hurt the top teams.
Predicted Lineup: Simon (GK), De Marcos, Vivian, Yeray, Yuri, Vesga, D Garcia, I Williams, Sancet, N Williams & Guruzeta
Starting Lineups
Official lineups are usually released approximately one hour before kick-off.
Player to Watch: Harry Maguire
After being stripped of the captaincy and on the back of 3 awful years Harry Maguire has a major point to prove if he wants to get back in the starting lineup thinking. Maguire will get his chance in the coming match to lead the second string of players as captain and we can see him doing his best to shine.
Maguire is a major threat from set pieces and his desire to show Ten Haag he can still be impactful might drive him to produce a rare solid display.
