Match Prediction: Atletico Madrid vs Athletic Bilbao – Spain Copa del Rey
The forthcoming encounter between Atletico Madrid and Athletic Bilbao in the Spain Copa del Rey promises to be a tightly contested affair. Here’s an analysis and predictions for the match:
Match Stats
Atletico Madrid
Athletic Club
36
Played
37
22
Wins
22
4
Draws
9
10
Losses
6
Total
Per Match
Per Match
Total
67
1.9
Goals
1.8
67
43
1.2
Goals Conceded
0.9
32
205
5.7
Shots on Goal
4.8
178
125
3.5
Offsides
2.1
76
157
4.4
Corners
5.1
189
10
0.3
Clean Sheets
0.5
19
Key Information – Atletico Madrid:
- Atletico Madrid has been in impressive form, winning 4 out of their last 5 matches and drawing 1.
- They have exhibited a strong defensive record, with only 2 goals conceded in their last 5 matches.
- Atletico Madrid has been involved in low-scoring matches recently, with 4 out of their last 5 matches seeing under 2.5 goals.
- Their matches have seen a tendency for one team to keep a clean sheet, with 3 out of the last 5 matches ending without both teams scoring.
Key Information – Athletic Bilbao:
- Athletic Bilbao has also been performing well, winning 3, drawing 1, and losing 1 of their last 5 matches.
- They have shown attacking prowess, scoring 10 goals in their last 5 matches.
- However, Athletic Bilbao’s matches have generally been low-scoring affairs, with 3 out of their last 5 matches seeing under 2.5 goals.
- They have struggled to find the net in some matches, with 4 out of their last 5 matches ending without both teams scoring.
Match Overview:
- Both Atletico Madrid and Athletic Bilbao have strong defensive setups, which could result in a closely contested match with limited goalscoring opportunities.
- Given their recent defensive solidity, it’s likely that this match will see fewer than 2.5 goals.
- Neither team has consistently found the net in recent matches, indicating that both teams may struggle to score in this fixture.
Betting Predictions:
- Result Prediction: Atletico Madrid Win
- Atletico Madrid’s solid defensive record and home advantage make them favorites to secure the victory in this encounter.
- Over/Under 2.5 Goals: Under 2.5 goals
- With both teams boasting strong defenses and a tendency for low-scoring matches, betting on under 2.5 goals could be a prudent choice.
- Both Teams to Score: No
- Given the defensive strength of both teams and their recent records of keeping clean sheets, betting on both teams not to score seems likely.
Betting Factors:
- Atletico Madrid’s formidable defensive organization and their ability to control games.
- Athletic Bilbao’s attacking threat but their inconsistency in front of goal against solid defensive sides.
- The importance of the Copa del Rey fixture, which could lead to a cautious approach from both teams.
H2H Stats
Atletico Madrid
Athletic Club
Played:
13
Wins
5
5
Draws
2
2
Wins
6
6
Total
Per Match
Per Match
Total
11
0.8
Goals
1.2
16
16
1.2
Goals Conceded
0.8
11
42
3.2
Shots on Goal
3.5
46
29
2.2
Offsides
0.8
11
86
6.6
Corners
4.3
56
4
0.3
Clean Sheets
0.5
6
