On Saturday, 13 May 2023, de la Cerámica, Villarreal will witness a fierce battle between two Spanish teams, Villarreal vs Athletic Bilbao in Week 34 of La Liga. Here’s a preview, interesting facts, h2h, and how to watch live streaming.
Villarreal is currently in fifth place with 54 points, seven points behind Real Sociedad who control one place in the Champions League. However, they still have to be vigilant because Real Betis, who are in sixth place, are only two points away from them. Villarreal is in fine form with three matches without losing, including a 1-1 draw against Valencia in their last outing.
Athletic Club is also not willing to give up the race for a place in the Conference League Qualifiers. They are in eighth position with 47 points, five points behind Real Betis who are in sixth. However, they are in poor form with three games without a win, including a 1-0 loss to Real Betis in their last outing.
This match will be a tough test for Villarreal who do not have a good record against Athletic Club. They are winless in the last eight meetings, including a 1-0 loss at San Mamés Barria in October. Villarreal must be able to break the deadlock if they want to maintain their position in the Europa League zone.
Athletic Club will be looking to extend their unbeaten run against Villarreal. They scored more goals than the Yellow Subs by 8-5 over the period. They are also on a five-game unbeaten road run. They must be able to take advantage of this momentum to gain full points at the Estadio de la Cerámica.
The key duel in this match was between Nicolas Jackson and Unai Simón. Jackson is Villarreal’s top scorer with seven goals, but he has also received frequent yellow and red cards. Simón is the Athletic Club keeper who hasn’t conceded more than one goal in the last seven meetings against Villarreal. Who will be the hero for his team?
Watch the live streaming of Villarreal vs Athletic Bilbao at 18:30 local time on your favorite football channel.
Live Stream & How To Watch
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Match | Villarreal vs. Athletic Bilbao |
Competition | 2022/2023 La Liga |
Match day | Matchday 34 |
Venue | de la Cerámica Stadium, Villarreal |
Date | Saturday, May 13, 2023 |
Kickoff | 12:30 ET |
Official TV | ESPN+ |
Streaming Link | ESPN+ |
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Interesting Statistics and Facts
Villarreal and Athletic Club will meet for the 48th time in LaLiga on Saturday. Both teams have a fairly balanced record in previous meetings, with Villarreal slightly ahead with 17 wins, 15 draws and 15 defeats. Athletic Club only won 15, drew 15, and lost 17.
Villarreal is sharper when it comes to scoring goals, with a total of 62 goals in 47 matches, or an average of 1.32 goals per game. Athletic Club only scored 52 goals, or an average of 1.11 goals per game. Villarreal is also more solid defensively, conceding only 52 goals, or an average of 1.11 goals per game. Athletic Club conceded 62 goals, or an average of 1.32 goals per game.
When viewed from home and away records, Villarreal is superior at home with 11 wins, eight draws and four defeats. They scored 39 goals and conceded 22 goals at home. Athletic Club is also better at home with 11 wins, seven draws and six losses. They scored 30 goals and conceded 23 goals at home.
However, Villarreal is weaker on the road with only six wins, seven draws and 11 losses. They only scored 23 goals and conceded 30 goals on the road. Athletic Club is also not doing very well on the road with four wins, eight draws and 11 losses. They only scored 22 goals and conceded 39 goals on the road.
Line-Up Forecast
Villarreal (4-3-3) | Athletic Bilbao (4-2-3-1) |
Reina | Simon |
Foyth | De Marcos |
Albiol | Balenziaga |
P Torres | Paredes |
Pedraza | Yuri |
Capoue | Herrera |
Parejo | Vesga |
Baena | I Williams |
Chukwueze | Sancet |
G Moreno | N Williams |
Jackson | Guruzeta |
5 H2H Latest Villarreal – Athletic Bilbao
- October 31, 2022 – Athletic Bilbao [1 – 0] Villarreal (La Liga)
- April 09, 2022 – Villarreal [1 – 1] Athletic Bilbao (La Liga)
- October 24, 2021 – Athletic Bilbao [2 – 1] Villarreal (La Liga)
- February 22, 2021 – Athletic Bilbao [1 – 1] Villarreal (La Liga)
- December 23, 2020 – Villarreal [1 – 1] Athletic Bilbao (La Liga)
Villarreal – Last 5 Match Results
- April 15, 2023 – Villarreal [1 – 2] Valladolid (La Liga)
- April 24, 2023 – Sevilla [2 – 1] Villarreal (La Liga)
- April 28, 2023 – Villarreal [4 – 2] Espanyol (La Liga)
- April 30, 2023 – Villarreal [3 – 1] Celta Vigo (La Liga)
- May 04, 2023 – Valencia [1 – 1] Villarreal (La Liga)
Athletic Bilbao – Last 5 Match Results
- April 15, 2023 – Athletic Bilbao [2 – 0] Sociedad (La Liga)
- April 22, 2023 – Almeria [1 – 2] Athletic Bilbao (La Liga)
- April 28, 2023 – Athletic Bilbao [0 – 1] Sevilla (La Liga)
- May 02, 2023 – RDC-Mallorca [1 – 1] Athletic Bilbao (La Liga)
- May 05, 2023 – Athletic Bilbao [0 – 1] Betis (La Liga)