Athletic Bilbao, and CA Osasuna are both fighting for their European chances, as these two teams are just separated by three points. This match is crucial for both teams as they only have three matches left to seal their spot. Athletic is currently at the seventh of the league table with 50 points. However, although sitting at the seventh, they are still not guaranteed of their spot in the league table. Osasuna on the other hand is at the 10th of the league table. Although they are at the 10th, they still have a chance for the European stage. They just need to win this match to increase their chance for the Conference League. Osasuna is hosting this math on May 26, 2023, at 3:30 AM (GMT+8).
These two teams have met each other for several times already, and from those matches, the visitors has a good record. They have won 19 of those 43 matches, while the hosts had 12 victories, while the remaining 12 matches ended in draw. The hosts were able to see light after their six defeats in seven matches against the visitors. They were able to see the net in four of their last six matches in the contest. As for the visitors, they are doing well meeting the hosts on the road, as they won five of their last six away games against the hosts. Additionally, in four of these matches, they were able to score at least two goals.
Athletic Bilbao
Athletic is currently sitting at the seventh of the league table, and are aiming to secure their spot in the European stage. They are just with a point lead with the team below them, so they need to ensure a win here. Athletic actually had a a strong start this season, but they recently slump in their recent matches. Fortunately for Athletic, they were able to halt their slump, getting a 2-1 win against Celta Vigo on their last match. Coming into this game, they are aiming for the same result as this match is an important game for them. Athletic is expected to rely on their excellent players as they intend to secure their spots in the Conference League. Inaki Williams, and Iker Munian are both expected to step-up in this match.
Unfortunately, Athletic have several absentees coming into this match, as Ander Herrera, Inigo Martinez, and Jon Morcillo are all on the sides due to an injury. Yeray Alvarez, and Dani Garcia on the other hand are considered as doubts coming into this match.
CA Osasuna
Osasuna on the other hand is at the 10th of the league table with 47 points, and are still positive of their chance for Europe. Although they are at the 10th, they are just three points away from the seventh spot. This means that if Osasuna is fortunate to win here, they would have a chance for the European stage. However, Osasuna failed to be at their best this season, which is the main reason of their slump. They are actually from a 3-0 loss against Atletico Madrid. With that, they are now looking to bounce back from this unfortunate crucial loss. Osasuna is a capable team, but they do not have a good momentum coming into this game. They remain to be optimistic of their chances in Europe, which made them eager to win here.
Abde Ezzalzouli, and Moi Gomez remains to be out for Osasuna as both also missed their last match. Darko Brasanac, and Nacho Vidal also remains to be unavailable in this match due to their injuries.
Prediction:
Athletic Bilbao (1.0)
Odds: -0.93
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