⁠Athletic Club vs Barcelona: Predicted Lineup, injury news, head-to-head, telecast

Published at :March 1, 2024 at 2:53 PM

Modified at :March 1, 2024 at 2:53 PM

LaLiga 2023-24 Matchday 27 is set to be underway

In terms of goal-scoring prowess, Bilbao have been in fine form, netting 46 goals in 26 games. Defensively, they have been even more impressive, conceding only 26 goals and securing 12 clean sheets. Presently occupying the fifth position in LaLiga after 26 matches, Bilbao boast 14 wins, seven draws, and five losses, accumulating a total of 49 points just three points behind Atletico Madrid, who currently occupy the final Champions League spot. The home team will be hungry to get all three points.

Barcelona have accumulated 57 points till now, trailing league leaders Real Madrid by eight points. In the last five encounters between these teams, Barcelona have secured four victories, while Bilbao managed just one win. Barcelona have displayed inconsistency in away games this season, making it crucial for them to secure three points in this fixture. This is essential not only to exert pressure on their rivals but also to keep their hopes alive for clinching the league title.

Kick-Off:

Sunday, 3rd Mar 2024, 08:00 PM (GMT), 03:00 PM (EST)

Monday, 4th Mar 2024, 01:30 AM (IST)

Stadium: San Mames

Form

Athletic Club Form (All Competitions): L-W-D-W-W

Barcelona Form (All Competitions): W-D-W-D-W

Players to Watch

Oihan Sancet (Athletic Club)

Sancet is a physically robust player with considerable height and a refined physique. His versatility allows him to play various positions, making him an adaptable asset for managers.

He epitomizes the concept of a false striker, frequently dropping deep to receive the ball while also possessing the predatory instincts required for a centre-forward, transforming into a fox in the box when needed. Sancet becomes particularly challenging to defend against when he positions himself with his back to the goal.

Lamine Yamal (Barcelona)

Yamal, operating as a right winger, distinguishes himself through his remarkable technical skills, and ball control. His diverse attributes make him a formidable presence in numerous attacking scenarios. Yamal prefers cutting inside from the right wing, showcasing proficiency with his favoured left foot.

As a significant attacking threat in the right winger position, he displays a level of decision-making maturity. Renowned for his exceptional dribbling ability, Yamal adeptly connects with teammates through short passes, long-range deliveries, or precise crosses into the box.

Match Facts

The most common result of matches between Athletic Bilbao and FC Barcelona is 0-2. 10 matches have ended with this result.
In La Liga, Athletic Bilbao have 7 successive home wins.
The winner of their last meeting was Athletic Bilbao.

Injury and Team News

Ernesto Valverde is currently contending with just one concern following Ander Herrera’s hamstring injury in mid-February.

Gavi, Alejandro Balde, Marcos Alonso, and Ferran Torres are all unavailable for Barcelona this weekend.

Head-to-Head

Matches: 55

Barcelona: 36

Athletic Club: 9

Draws: 10

Predicted Lineup for Athletic Club vs Barcelona

Athletic Club Predicted Lineup (4-2-3-1):

Simon; De Marcos, Vivian, Paredes, Berchiche; Ruiz de Galarreta, Prados; I Williams, Sancet, Alex; Guruzeta

Barcelona Predicted Lineup (4-3-3):

Ter Stegen(GK); Cancelo, Cubarsi, Araujo, Kounde; Gundogan, Christensen, De Jong; Felix, Lewandowski, Yamal

Match Prediction for Athletic Club vs Barcelona

This will be a close encounter for sure and this match will end in a stalemate.

Prediction: Athletic Club 1-1 Barcelona

Telecast

India – Sports 18 Network, JioCinema

UK– Viaplay Sports 2, LaLigaTV, Viaplay UK

US – ESPN+, ESPN Deportes

Nigeria – SuperSport

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