Athletic Bilbao vs AZ Alkmaar Prediction & Picks - Europa League
by Tyler Doty | in Soccer Picks
For the second day of the Europa League, the magnificent San Mamés stadium opens its doors to witness the unmissable duel between Athletic Bilbao and AZ Alkmaar, two teams considered to be oustiders for final victory in this competition. After a good point against AS Roma, the Basque club will be looking to build on that result in front of a passionate home crowd. It's up to the Dutch to put in their best performance to avoid the worst-case scenario: defeat.Limited Offer. Currently at FanDuel
Athletic Bilbao vs AZ Alkmaar Form
Table
| Teams | Pts | P | W | D | L | GD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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9
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3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
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16
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1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Athletic Bilbao and AZ Alkmaar Latest Matches
3/6 (50%)
2/6 (33%)
1/6 (17%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Sep 29, 2024 - LaLiga
Sep 26, 2024 - Europa League
Sep 22, 2024 - LaLiga
Sep 19, 2024 - LaLiga
Sep 15, 2024 - LaLiga
Aug 31, 2024 - LaLiga
4/6 (67%)
1/6 (17%)
1/6 (17%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Sep 29, 2024 - Eredivisie
Sep 25, 2024 - Europa League
Sep 20, 2024 - Eredivisie
Sep 14, 2024 - Eredivisie
Aug 30, 2024 - Eredivisie
Aug 25, 2024 - Eredivisie
Athletic Bilbao - AZ Alkmaar: Form Analysis
The red-and-whites are stuck with the handbrake on. While Ernesto Valverde's side were aiming to bounce back against Sevilla, they were unable to do better than a draw against a side that has been losing its luster in recent weeks. Despite this, the Lions are still unbeaten in all competitions, which means they can look forward to another European meeting with confidence. Objective: a clean sheet and victory at the end of normal time.
After a hard-fought win over Elfsborg a week earlier, Maarten Martens' men have been on a roller-coaster ride in the Eredivisie. Defeated by Utrecht in front of their home fans Alkmaar would have liked to have seen a different scenario before traveling to Spain. With the current momentum, the visiting team is at a disadvantage.
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Athletic Bilbao v AZ Alkmaar Lineups: Last Starting 11
Formation : 4 - 2 - 3 - 1
Formation : 4 - 3 - 3
Missing players
U. Simon
DefenderY. Alvarez
MidfielderA. Herrera
B. Prados
O. Sancet
Athletic Bilbao & AZ Alkmaar Squad Analysis
It's been three games now since the Williams celebrations have been able to make the difference. Fortunately for the Rojiblancos, Nunez has stepped up to the plate to keep his partners in the hunt for the last two games. In a top-of-the-table match, the two brothers will have to come up trumps if Bilbao are to take the lead on the scoreboard.
AZ's rearguard is not in good form, but that's not the case with their attack. In the four previous goals, the Kaaskoppens have relied on the van Bommel (2) - Parrott (2) double act to rattle the opposing net. If the attacking players in the visitors' camp continue to be effective, the show should be on in Spain.
Athletic Bilbao and AZ Alkmaar Stats in Europa League
Athletic Bilbao - AZ Alkmaar Key Points
- Athletic Bilbao have won only 2 of their last 4 home games.
- Athletic Bilbao have scored an average of 2 goals in their last 5 outings.
- AZ Alkmaar have 4 wins and 1 draw away from home.
- AZ Alkmaar have achieved 4 clean sheets during this run.
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Our Athletic Bilbao vs AZ Alkmaar Prediction
It's a match that promises to be spectacular. Both teams possess weapons capable of hurting any defense, and AZ are proving to be very helpful away from home. Bilbao have been warned that an average performance could mean defeat at the final whistle.
Our prediction for Athletic Bilbao vs AZ Alkmaar: Both teams to score: Yes.
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