On April 27, 2024, Atletico Madrid will host Athletic Bilbao at Estadio Civitas Metropolitano in a pivotal La Liga clash that could significantly influence the race for a Champions League spot.
With both teams locked in a tight battle for fourth place, this encounter promises to be a thrilling affair.
Current Form
Atletico Madrid's Current Form
Diego Simeone's Atletico Madrid have experienced a rocky patch lately, with only two wins in their last six games across all competitions.
Recent losses, including a 2-0 defeat to Alaves, have left them vulnerable in the league, although they maintain a strong home record.
Athletic Bilbao's Current Form
Athletic Bilbao, managed by Ernesto Valverde, have shown consistency this season, marked by a significant improvement from previous years. Although their recent form includes draws against Villarreal and Granada, their overall performance has kept them close to the top four.
Team News
Atletico Team News
Atletico will be without key players due to injuries, including Thomas Lemar and Memphis Depay.
Additionally, Stefan Savic is suspended, but the return of Alvaro Morata and Marcos Llorente from their respective bans will be a boost.
Athletic Team News
On the other side, Athletic will miss Oscar de Marcos due to suspension, and Yuri Berchiche remains doubtful.
However, the likely inclusion of Yeray Alvarez as a substitute could solidify their defence.
Key Players
Atletico's Key Players
Antoine Griezmann and Rodrigo De Paul will be crucial for Atletico, given their ability to turn games around with individual brilliance.
Athletic's Key Players
For Athletic, the Williams brothers, Inaki and Nico, alongside Gorka Guruzeta, will
be vital in leading their attack, particularly in challenging away fixtures.
Scoreline Prediction
Predicted Scoreline
Considering Atletico’s strong home record and Athletic’s resilience, a closely contested match is anticipated.
We think that a 1-1 draw seems likely, serving the interests of both teams as they vie for a top-four finish.
FAQ
What was the score the last time Atletico played Athletic Bilbao? Atletico won 1-0 in their last home league match against Athletic.
Who are Atletico playing next? Atletico's next opponent is Mallorca on Saturday, May 4th 2024.
Who are Athletic playing next? Athletic's next game is against Getafe on Friday, May 3rd 2024.
What time is the kickoff? The match kicks off at 8 pm UK time on April 27, 2024.
