Match Analysis: Athletic Bilbao vs Alavés – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-09-13
- Time: 4:30 PM UTC
- Location: San Mamés, Bilbao, Spain
Game Overview
Athletic Bilbao, currently 2nd in La Liga, hosts Alavés, who are 11th, at San Mamés in a key La Liga match. Athletic Bilbao holds a 5-point lead in the league and has shown stronger recent form and home dominance. Alavés have struggled away but remain competitive. This fixture features two Basque rivals with a recent history of tightly contested matches.
Key Factors to Consider
- Athletic Bilbao have a strong league start, positioned 2nd with consistent home performances and an effective attack and defense balance. Alavés, mid-table 11th, have shown mixed form with weaker away results, scoring and conceding at moderate rates.
- Recent head-to-head matches indicate Athletic Bilbao's dominance, including two meetings last season with favorable results. Historically, Athletic performs well at home against Alavés, often controlling possession and chances.
- No explicit current injury data available for either team, suggesting lineups may be near full strength. Absent key players are not reported.
- The match takes place at Athletic's San Mamés stadium with strong home crowd support. No adverse weather or external disruptions noted. This Basque derby carries local motivation for both teams.
- Athletic Bilbao aims to maintain their top league position and extend their lead, adding strong incentive. Alavés looks to improve their standing with an upset on the road, driven by the rivalry intensity and league points.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Athletic Bilbao: -179, Alavés: 525, Draw: 290 | Athletic Bilbao | ★★★★☆ 78% |
| Spread | Athletic Bilbao -1: 100, Alavés +1: -120 | Athletic Bilbao -1 | ★★★★☆ 70% |
| Over/under | Over 2.25: -105, Under 2.25: -115 | Under 2.25 goals | ★★★☆☆ 60% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Athletic Bilbao -2% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | Under 2.25 12% |
🔥 Best Value Pick: Under 2.25 at 12% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 14% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Athletic Bilbao is favored to win the match by a comfortable margin due to superior form, home advantage, and historical dominance over Alavés. Expect a competitive game but with Athletic controlling the pace and scoring opportunities.
Predicted Score: 2-0