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Ath Bilbao vs Villarreal Prediction & Betting tips
In the previous one, there is no clear favorite on this occasion, since the two teams are even in their actions. For this reason and knowing that they are attired with the ball, it is logical that the chances of scoring alternate from the initial stage. Considering this, we believe that the tie is a valid option to bet, since “Basques” and “yellows” have what it takes to recover from a hypothetical initial disadvantage. Paint to be an open duel and spaces for the offensive proposal of the premises.
Athletic Bilbao:
The “Lions” equaled 2-2 against Betis in Benito Villamarín, letting go a partial 0-2 advantage. Currently they have 6 points in the table, product of 1 win and 3 matches in a row. Of course, they still need to play a postponed game against Rayo Vallecano to visit. Apparently, it is still a vertical and dynamic moment when attacking thanks to the work of his coach. Of course, he needs to improve in defense, since he has yielded goals in all his league appearances (7 in favor and 6 against).
As a local in the new San Mamés, Athletic Bilbao has played 3 matches so far, achieving 4 points out of 9 contested. Comes to beat Leganés 2-1 on the hour, to equal 2-2 against Huesca after winning 2-0 in a partial way and to draw 1-1 against Real Madrid after winning 1-0 the initial stage. Apparently, the “Lions” are still intense and dynamic when attacking. Their problem lies when they must defend, since they always end up conceding goals in their goal. For this duel Berizzo’s bielsist philosophy is expected to remain intact, trying to take advantage of the spaces sometimes left by his rival.
Villarreal:
The “Yellow Submarine” equaled 0-0 against Valencia as a local at Madrigal, adding their second draw in a few days after tying before against Rangers for the Europa League (2-2). Currently has 5 points in the general table, product of 1 win, 2 draws and 2 losses in total. The objective of the team is to be more effective in the face of the goal, since it has only converted 2 goals in favor. Of course, it is still a compact and well worked eleven, demonstrating it by receiving only 3 targets on its fence. For this duel the holders are expected to take defensive precautions, as they will collide with a vertical opponent when attacking.
As a visitor, Villarreal has played two matches in total, achieving good results for his league aspirations (0-0 draw against Sevilla in the Sánchez Pizjuán and 0-1 victory against Leganés in Butarque). If we analyze the performance of the “Yellow Submarine” in this condition, we can conclude that he knows what he is playing thanks to the work of coach Javi Calleja (style ordered and dabbled with the ball). His goal is to remain solid in defense, trying to extend the time he takes with the unbeaten fence. Of course, has good players in attack to counterattack.
In the last 3 and a half years, Athletic Bilbao and Villarreal have met 5 times in the new San Mamés. These were the results of those matches: Victory 4-0 of Athletic Bilbao in May 2015, Athletic Bilbao 3-2 win in January 2016 for the Copa del Rey, draw 0-0 in February 2016, win 1-0 Athletic Bilbao in November 2016 and 1-1 draw in November 2017. Apparently, every time they collide both sets, the procedure turns out to be tactical and intense in the midfield. Therefore, it should not surprise us that their last 4 matches have been quite tight.
Ath Bilbao vs Villarreal head to head matches
09.04.18 LL Villarreal Ath Bilbao 1 : 3
19.11.17 LL Ath Bilbao Villarreal 1 : 1
07.04.17 LL Villarreal Ath Bilbao 3 : 1
20.11.16 LL Ath Bilbao Villarreal 1 : 0
06.02.16 LL Ath Bilbao Villarreal 0 : 0