Espanyol head into this crucial clash under growing pressure after a devastating late collapse in their defeat to Sevilla. As both Espanyol and Athletic Bilbao struggle offensively, we predict a 1-1 draw. The Catalans conceded twice in the closing stages in the Pizjuan defeat and now sit only two points above the relegation zone. Their recent form has been alarming, with no wins in the last 10 matches and just 0.40 points per game collected during that run. Goals have also been a major issue, with Espanyol averaging only 0.70 scored per match while failing to score in 40% of recent fixtures. Matters are made even tougher by the suspensions of Fernando Calero and Tyrhus Dolan ahead of Athletic Bilbao’s visit.
Athletic Bilbao also come into the game looking for a response after a narrow 1-0 defeat to Valencia damaged their hopes of securing a Europa League place. The Lions have struggled for consistency themselves, winning only three of their last 10 matches, while their away form has been particularly poor with four defeats in the last five road games. Ernesto Valverde’s side have also suffered a huge setback with Nico Williams ruled out through injury, removing one of their biggest attacking threats. Still, Bilbao may see this as a good opportunity against an Espanyol side badly lacking confidence.
As neither side has been particularly effective in attack recently, our prediction firmly points toward Under 2.5 goals, alongside Draw and Over 4.5 yellow cards (importance of the match).
This Primera Division match will be played on Wednesday 13 May 2026 at 18:00.
What is our Espanyol vs Athletic Bilbao prediction?
Our prediction for this match: Espanyol 1 - 1 Athletic Bilbao
Espanyol vs Athletic Bilbao Betting Tips
- Correct Score: 1-1 @ 500 Odds
- Both Teams to Score (BTTS): Yes @ -111 Odds
- Over / Under 4.5 Goals: Under 4.5 Goals @ -1200 Odds
- Over / Under 3.5 Goals: Under 3.5 Goals @ -400 Odds
- Over / Under 2.5 Goals: Under 2.5 Goals @ -150 Odds
- Over / Under 1.5 Goals: Over 1.5 Goals @ -275 Odds
- Anytime Goalscorer: Garcia Kike @ 187 Odds
- First Goalscorer: Garcia Kike @ 550 Odds
- To be Booked: Jose Salinas @ 175 Odds
- Asian Handicap: Espanyol +0.5 @ -211 Odds
- European Handicap: Espanyol +1 @ -225 Odds
- Shots on Target (Home): Over 2.5
- Shots on Target (Away): Over 2.5
- Shots on Target (Total): Over 4.5
- Total Corners: 9 - 11 @ 160 Odds
- Double Chance: 1X @ -225 Odds
- Half Time/Full Time: X (Draw)/X (Draw) @ 375 Odds
- Clean Sheet: Athletic Club - No @ -275 Odds
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View OfferEspanyol Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | ddlldlldll | 0.40 |
| Home | dldl | 0.50 |
| Away | dldlll | 0.33 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 2.30 | 1.75 | 2.67 |
| Scored | 0.70 | 0.50 | 0.83 |
| Conceded | 1.60 | 1.25 | 1.83 |
| BTTS | 60% | 50% | 67% |
| Clean Sheets | 20% | 25% | 17% |
| Failed to Score | 40% | 50% | 33% |
| Expected Goals | 1.38 | 1.81 | 1.09 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.75 | 1.14 | 2.16 |
Athletic Bilbao Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | lllwllwlwl | 0.90 |
| Home | lwlwl | 1.20 |
| Away | llllw | 0.60 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 30% | 40% | 20% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 2.60 | 1.80 | 3.40 |
| Scored | 1.00 | 0.80 | 1.20 |
| Conceded | 1.60 | 1.00 | 2.20 |
| BTTS | 40% | 40% | 40% |
| Clean Sheets | 10% | 20% | 0% |
| Failed to Score | 50% | 40% | 60% |
| Expected Goals | 1.43 | 1.50 | 1.35 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.15 | 1.05 | 1.25 |
Espanyol vs Athletic Bilbao Head to Head Statistics (H2H)
Espanyol (38%)
34 Matches
Athletic Bilbao (32%)
Espanyol vs Athletic Bilbao Past Results
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