La Liga: Real Madrid vs Athletic Bilbao (Tuesday, 22 April 2025)

La Liga Prediction: Real Madrid vs Athletic Bilbao – Tuesday, April 22, 2025, at 02:00 WIB

Real Madrid will host Athletic Bilbao at the Santiago Bernabéu in a key La Liga clash. Los Blancos are chasing another three points to secure their spot at the top of the table, while Bilbao travel to Madrid looking to cause an upset. Expect a thrilling and intense battle between two clubs with a lot at stake.

Match Preview

Real Madrid have been consistent throughout the season, and with the likes of Vinícius Jr. and Jude Bellingham in form, they’ve looked lethal in attack. However, Athletic Bilbao are no pushovers. Their high-pressing style and quick counters can trouble any team.

Madrid are likely to dominate possession, but Bilbao can be dangerous on the break. This one has all the ingredients for a high-paced, entertaining showdown.

Head-to-Head Stats

• Total meetings: 60

• Real Madrid wins: 37

• Athletic Bilbao wins: 9

• Draws: 14

Last 5 meetings:

• Aug 13, 2023: Athletic Bilbao 0-2 Real Madrid

• Jan 22, 2023: Athletic Bilbao 0-2 Real Madrid

• Nov 5, 2022: Real Madrid 1-0 Athletic Bilbao

• Feb 3, 2022: Athletic Bilbao 1-0 Real Madrid

• Jan 17, 2022: Real Madrid 2-0 Athletic Bilbao

Madrid have dominated this fixture in recent years, losing just once in their last five encounters.

Recent Form (Last 5 Matches)

Real Madrid:

• Apr 14, 2025: Mallorca 0-1 Real Madrid

• Apr 10, 2025: Real Madrid 3-3 Man City (UCL)

• Apr 7, 2025: Real Madrid 2-0 Athletic Bilbao

• Apr 1, 2025: Getafe 0-2 Real Madrid

• Mar 17, 2025: Real Madrid 4-2 Celta Vigo

Athletic Bilbao:

• Apr 14, 2025: Athletic Bilbao 1-1 Villarreal

• Apr 7, 2025: Real Madrid 2-0 Athletic Bilbao

• Mar 31, 2025: Athletic Bilbao 2-0 Almeria

• Mar 18, 2025: Las Palmas 0-2 Athletic Bilbao

• Mar 11, 2025: Athletic Bilbao 1-3 Girona

Madrid have been more consistent, but Bilbao have also picked up solid results recently—especially on the road.

Predicted Lineups

Real Madrid (4-3-1-2):
Lunin; Carvajal, Rüdiger, Nacho, Mendy; Kroos, Valverde, Camavinga; Bellingham; Vinícius Jr., Rodrygo

Athletic Bilbao (4-2-3-1):
Unai Simón; De Marcos, Vivian, Paredes, Yuri; Ruiz de Galarreta, Vesga; Nico Williams, Sancet, Berenguer; Guruzeta

Ancelotti might rotate some positions but is expected to field a strong XI. Bilbao are likely to start at full strength.

Final Score Prediction

• Score Prediction: Real Madrid 2-1 Athletic Bilbao

• Over/Under 2.5: Over

• BTTS (Both Teams to Score): Yes

Madrid are the favorites, but Bilbao could grab a goal. A close match is expected, but the home side should edge it with their attacking power.