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by Erik Gibbs in LaLiga Picks
Villarreal and Athletic Bilbao are set to clash in an exciting La Liga Round 30 encounter on Sunday at the Estadio de la Cerámica. This matchup promises to be a tightly contested affair, as both teams are in the thick of the race for European qualification.
Villarreal currently occupies sixth place in the standings with 47 points, while Athletic Bilbao holds a slight edge in fourth with 53. With only a handful of games left in the season, every point matters — especially with Champions League and Europa League spots up for grabs.
The Yellow Submarine have been in decent form, registering three wins in their last six league outings. Known for their potent attack, Villarreal has consistently troubled even the strongest defenses this season. Their recent performance against Real Madrid is a testament to their attacking prowess, especially when playing in front of their home fans. The Estadio de la Cerámica has often been a fortress for Villarreal, where they typically take the initiative and press high.
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Villarreal vs Athletic Bilbao Form
Table
| Teams | Pts | P | W | D | L | GD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
4
|
53 | 29 | 14 | 11 | 4 | 22 |
|
5
|
47 | 28 | 13 | 8 | 7 | 12 |
Villarreal and Athletic Bilbao Latest Matches
3/6 (50%)
1/6 (17%)
2/6 (33%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Mar 30, 2025 - LaLiga
Mar 15, 2025 - LaLiga
Mar 8, 2025 - LaLiga
Feb 22, 2025 - LaLiga
Feb 15, 2025 - LaLiga
Feb 8, 2025 - LaLiga
2/6 (33%)
2/6 (33%)
2/6 (33%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Mar 15, 2025 - LaLiga
Feb 15, 2025 - LaLiga
Feb 1, 2025 - LaLiga
Jan 20, 2025 - LaLiga
Dec 18, 2024 - LaLiga
Dec 15, 2024 - LaLiga
3/6 (50%)
1/6 (17%)
2/6 (33%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Mar 30, 2025 - LaLiga
Mar 8, 2025 - LaLiga
Feb 22, 2025 - LaLiga
Feb 8, 2025 - LaLiga
Jan 25, 2025 - LaLiga
Jan 13, 2025 - LaLiga
2/6 (33%)
2/6 (33%)
2/6 (33%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Mar 30, 2025 - LaLiga
Mar 16, 2025 - LaLiga
Mar 13, 2025 - Europa League
Mar 9, 2025 - LaLiga
Mar 6, 2025 - Europa League
Mar 1, 2025 - LaLiga
4/6 (67%)
2/6 (33%)
0/6 (0%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Mar 30, 2025 - LaLiga
Mar 13, 2025 - Europa League
Mar 9, 2025 - LaLiga
Feb 23, 2025 - LaLiga
Feb 8, 2025 - LaLiga
Jan 30, 2025 - Europa League
1/6 (17%)
2/6 (33%)
3/6 (50%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Mar 16, 2025 - LaLiga
Mar 6, 2025 - Europa League
Mar 1, 2025 - LaLiga
Feb 16, 2025 - LaLiga
Feb 2, 2025 - LaLiga
Jan 22, 2025 - Europa League
Villarreal against Athletic Bilbao : Head to Head (H2H)
17 %
33 %
50 %
Average stats (last H2H results)
Dec 8, 2024 - LaLiga
Apr 14, 2024 - LaLiga
Nov 5, 2023 - LaLiga
May 13, 2023 - LaLiga
Oct 30, 2022 - LaLiga
Apr 9, 2022 - LaLiga
Athletic Bilbao v Villarreal last Lineups
Formation : 4 - 4 - 2
Formation : 4 - 2 - 3 - 1
Missing players
P. Gueye
ForwardN. Pepe
D. Vivian
MidfielderI. Ruiz De Galarreta
Most goals and assists
Villarreal
Athletic Bilbao
A. Perez
(12 Goals)
O. Sancet
(14 Goals)
A. Baena
(8 Assists)
I. Williams
(10 Assists)
,
A. Berenguer
(10 Assists)
Villarreal and Athletic Bilbao Stats in LaLiga
Villarreal - Athletic Bilbao Key Points
- Villarreal won 20 of their last 24 home games across all competitions
- Athletic Bilbao haven't lost 32 of their last 38 games across all competitions
- Bilbao's last away win vs. Villarreal was in 2023
- The last 4 HU games that ended in a draw had a final score of 1-1
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Our Villarreal vs Athletic Bilbao Prediction
Athletic Bilbao has had an impressive campaign overall, with 21 wins from 42 matches across all competitions. However, their form on the road has occasionally wavered, and facing Villarreal away will be a stern test. Goalkeeper Unai Simón is expected to be a key figure once again, having averaged over five saves per game in Bilbao’s last five league trips to this stadium. His role could be vital if Bilbao hopes to secure a result.
In terms of injuries, Villarreal might be without Tajon Buchanan and Thierno Barry, who both limped off in their last match. Fortunately, they have strong replacements in Yeremi Pino and Gerard Moreno, who are ready to contribute. Bilbao, on the other hand, have no new injury concerns heading into the weekend.
Historically, Athletic has had the upper hand in recent meetings, winning three of the last six La Liga encounters between the two sides. However, with Villarreal's attacking edge and home advantage, this game could go either way. Given the stakes and both teams’ quality, a draw seems a likely outcome — and one that could prove valuable for both sides as the season nears its climax. Our prediction for Villarreal vs. Athletic Bilbao: Game ends in a draw.
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