Match Analysis: Barcelona vs Athletic Bilbao – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-11-22
- Time: 3:15 PM UTC
- Location: Spotify Camp Nou
Game Overview
FC Barcelona hosts Athletic Bilbao in the 13th round of the 2025/26 La Liga season at Spotify Camp Nou. Barcelona is currently 2nd in the league with strong recent performances, whereas Athletic Bilbao sits 7th. Barcelona has a better recent form and home advantage. Recent head-to-heads show Barcelona winning the last 3 meetings.
Key Factors to Consider
- Barcelona has scored 17 goals in their last 5 matches but failed to keep a clean sheet in 10 consecutive games. Athletic Bilbao have scored 6 goals in their last 5 matches, with Alex Berenguer creating most big chances and Maroan Sannadi leading shots on target per match. Barcelona’s top scorer Lewandowski has 7 goals in 9 matches.
- Barcelona has won the previous 3 matches against Athletic Bilbao, including a 3-0 win on May 25, 2025, and a 2-0 win in the Spanish Supercopa earlier this year, indicating recent dominance.
- Both of Barcelona’s wingers are expected to be available for the match after Raphinha returned to training, though one midfielder remains unavailable. No significant injuries reported for Athletic Bilbao.
- The match takes place at Spotify Camp Nou, giving Barcelona home advantage. Supporters and fan engagement are high with events organized such as the Barcelona fan gathering at Smithfield Hall NYC ahead of this and other matches.
- Barcelona’s motivation is high to maintain pressure on Real Madrid at the top of the table, while Athletic Bilbao looks to improve from their mid-table position and disrupt Barcelona’s momentum.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Barcelona: -230, Athletic Bilbao: 525, Draw: 395 | Barcelona win | ★★★★☆ 78% |
| Spread | Barcelona -1.25: -108, Athletic Bilbao +1.25: -112 | Barcelona -1.25 | ★★★★☆ 70% |
| Over/under | Over 3: -120, Under 3: 100 | Over 3 goals | ★★★☆☆ 65% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Barcelona -8% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | Over 3 10% |
🔥 Best Value Pick: Over 3 at 10% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 12% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Barcelona to win in a competitive but possibly high-scoring match due to defensive vulnerabilities and attacking firepower on both sides.
Predicted Score: 3-1