An intriguing La Liga conflict awaits as Athletic Bilbao host Atletico Madrid at San Mames on Sunday afternoon. Athletic comes into this sport following a 1-1 draw with Granada, whereas Atletico secured a 2-1 win over Almeria of their final league fixture.
Match Preview
Athletic’s match towards Granada was marred by tragic occasions, initially postponed attributable to a fan’s demise, ending in a 1-1 draw. Ernesto Valverde’s facet stays in fifth place, 5 factors adrift of fourth-placed Barcelona however showcasing good kind currently.
The Lions have been unbeaten in all competitions since October and have proven promise, notably at house, with only one league loss at San Mames this season.
Atletico, contemporary off a Champions League win towards Lazio and a league victory over Almeria, sit third within the desk. They’re seven factors behind leaders Girona however boast a sport in hand and are aiming to mount a title problem.
Whereas Atletico has had a powerful season total, their away kind has been inconsistent, with all three league defeats occurring on the street.
Of their current encounters, Atletico secured victories over Athletic final season however suffered a defeat at San Mames in 2022. With each groups having ready properly, the match guarantees to be a fascinating contest.
Group Information
Athletic will miss a number of gamers together with Mikel Vesga, Malcom Adu, Dani Garcia, and Yeray Alvarez. Ruiz de Galarreta faces a late health take a look at.
For Atletico, Pablo Barrios, Thomas Lemar, and Vitolo stay sidelined, whereas the staff is in any other case in fine condition.
Each side may see some adjustments within the beginning XI, with key gamers anticipated to function.
Predicted Lineups
Athletic Bilbao: (4-3-3)
Simon;
De Marcos, Vivian, Paredes, Lekue;
Herrera, Ruiz de Galarreta;
I Williams, Sancet, N Williams;
Guruzeta
Atletico Madrid: (3-5-2)
Oblak;
Witsel, Gimenez, Hermoso;
Molina, De Paul, Koke, Llorente, Lino;
Morata, Griezmann
Prediction: Athletic Bilbao 1-1 Atletico Madrid
Whereas current encounters have seen definitive outcomes, we predict a drawn sport this time. Athletic’s house kind and Atletico’s inconsistent away performances recommend a balanced end result on this thrilling conflict.