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
38
Played
39
23
Wins
22
4
Draws
10
11
Losses
7
Total
Per Match
Per Match
Total
70
1.8
Goals
1.8
69
46
1.2
Goals Conceded
0.9
36
212
5.6
Shots on Goal
4.7
185
127
3.3
Offsides
2
77
170
4.5
Corners
5.3
205
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:
14
Wins
6
6
Draws
2
2
Wins
6
6
Total
Per Match
Per Match
Total
14
1
Goals
1.2
17
17
1.2
Goals Conceded
1
14
45
3.2
Shots on Goal
3.4
47
30
2.1
Offsides
0.8
11
88
6.3
Corners
4.4
61
4
0.3
Clean Sheets
0.4
6
H2H Matches
La Liga
27 Apr 2024
-
7:00 pm
Atletico Madrid
3
1
Athletic Club
Prediction:
Double chance : draw or Athletic Club
Copa del Rey (Spain) - 2023
29 Feb 2024
-
8:30 pm
Athletic Club
3
0
Atletico Madrid
Prediction:
Winner : Athletic Club
Copa del Rey (Spain) - 2023
7 Feb 2024
-
8:30 pm
Atletico Madrid
0
1
Athletic Club
Prediction:
Double chance : draw or Athletic Club