- In their last 5 league meetings, Atlético Madrid have been dominant, winning 4 and losing only once. Although Bilbao have the home advantage tonight, the momentum clearly favours Los Rojiblancos.
Atlético Madrid aim to restart their momentum after a difficult defeat to Barcelona, while Bilbao hope home support can lift them from a poor run of form.
Athletic Bilbao welcome Atlético Madrid to San Mamés tonight in a clash between two sides looking for redemption.
Both come into the fixture on the back of disappointing defeats, Bilbao fell to Real Madrid, while Atlético were undone by Barcelona. Each team carries a different type of frustration, but only one can steady their campaign tonight.
League Standings and Form
Atlético Madrid sit 4th on the La Liga table with 31 points, keeping themselves firmly in the top-four conversation.
Their form has been impressive overall, they have won 4 and lost just one of their last 5 laliga matches. Diego Simeone’s side remain one of the sharpest units in the league this season.
Bilbao, meanwhile, are positioned 8th with 20 points. Their recent form has been troubling, with 2 wins and 3 defeats in their last 5 fixtures.
The Basque side have struggled to maintain consistency, and facing an Atlético side in high gear will require discipline and precision.
Head-to-Head
In their last 5 league meetings, Atlético Madrid have been dominant, winning 4 and losing only once. Although Bilbao have the home advantage tonight, the momentum clearly favours Los Rojiblancos.
But as the saying goes, “a wounded animal fights hardest,” and Bilbao cannot be taken lightly in front of their supporters.
Prediction
Bilbao 0 – 3 Atlético Madrid
Injuries and Suspensions
Athletic Bilbao
R. Navarro – Ankle injury
M. Sannadi – Knee injury
I. Williams – Groin injury
U. Egiluz – Cruciate ligament injury
B. Prados – Ankle injury
Atlético Madrid
M. Llorente – Thigh injury
R. Le Normand – Knee injury
Á. Baena – Hamstring strain
J. Cardoso – Knock
What to Expect
Atlético Madrid are expected to approach the match with their characteristic intensity—compact defending, sharp transitions, and maximising chances in the final third.
Bilbao will rely heavily on home energy, seeking to disrupt Atlético’s rhythm and force mistakes. However, given the stark contrast in recent form, the visitors look far better prepared to dictate the flow.
A win for Atlético Madrid tonight would strengthen their top-four position and keep pressure on the teams above them.
Bilbao, on the other hand, need a strong performance to stay within touching distance of European qualification. With both teams hungry for recovery, the match promises an intriguing battle—but Atlético enter as clear favourites.
