Our Predictions
Both teams are close in quality, stats, and recent form. Odds are equal, so a draw looks the safest bet here. Plus, with Bilbao’s recent matches being goal-packed and Valencia showing attacking intent at home, expect both sides to score and keep it tight at the end.
Valencia’s home stats are strong with recent wins boosting confidence, and they tend to score at home. Given Bilbao’s decent away record and willingness to attack, expect a lively clash with at least 3 goals in total—making a home victory coupled with goals quite likely.
Bilbao seems to favor away games and has a strong recent form. If Valencia falters, Bilbao’s counter-attacking style could make the difference, especially if both clubs stance for goals. Expect a narrow away victory with both teams scoring, leading to over 2.5 goals.
Stats point to both teams scoring and conceding, while recent trends suggest a high chance of a lively, goal-filled match. Expect at least three goals, especially with Valencia's attacking tendencies and Bilbao's resilience.
Recent head-to-heads show both sides willing to attack, and their current form supports scoring at both ends. The tendency for goals in their matches makes ‘Yes’ a solid call here.
Welcome to Extratips and today’s thrilling clash: Valencia vs Athletic Bilbao, kicking off on May 18th at 17:00 in sunny Spain! Valencia, sitting at 10th with 45 points, have been a rollercoaster—showing glimpses of flair but sometimes crashing with poor finishes. Meanwhile, Bilbao is chasing a European spot, holding 4th on 64 points, often grinding hard and staying resilient. The odds favor the home side slightly (1.50 for Valencia, same for Bilbao at 1.50), hinting at a tight, unpredictable game. Looking at their recent fights, Valencia bounced between wins and losses—most notably beating Espanyol 3-0 and losing to Alaves. Bilbao’s last five include a win over Alaves but also some tough Europa League setbacks. Both teams boast solid attacking stats, but weak defenses could keep this lively, with chances for goals at both ends. Key factors? Valencia’s home form is decent, but Bilbao’s gritty away performance still poses a threat. A compelling storyline? Can Valencia's attack finally click or will Bilbao’s relentless pressing dominate? Expect a fiercely contested match, possibly an draws or narrow wins for either side. Here’s what I see happening: