Espanyol – Ath Bilbao : Preview & Prediction
Espanyol and Athletic Bilbao have totaled the same number of points in the last three La Liga days, that is to say 7 points gleaned out of 9 in play. The Catalan club signed good performances, namely 2 victories against Real Madrid (2 -1) and Cadiz CF (2-0) then 1 draw on the ground of Elche (2-2) during the last day. The current 11th in Liga has taken 9 points out of 9 in his last 3 matches at RCDE Stadium and intends to continue his good streak at home. Athletic Bilbao, 7th, is at the door of European places but the Basque club does not shine on the outside despite its invincibility far from San Mamès. Outside, the Basques have already conceded 3 draws to Elche (0-0), Madrid against Atlético (0-0) and Valencia (1-1). Like its opponent of the day, Bilbao took 7 points in the last 3 days in Valencia (1-1) and at home against Alaves (1-0) then against Villareal (2-1) this Saturday. Espanyol are on an ongoing series of 22 receptions for Bilbao in La Liga without knowing the slightest defeat !.
We have to go back to January 1998 to see Bilbao’s last victory over Espanyol.
Espanyol have 3 wins and 3 draws in Bilbao’s last 6 receptions in all competitions.
Espanyol have been undefeated for 3 days (2 wins and 1 draw).
Athletic Bilbao has only scored 2 successes in the last 5 days.
The Basque club has obtained 3 draws during its 4 trips.
Espanyol and Bilbao have each conceded 4 draws since the start of the season … A 5th draw cannot be ruled out but we will protect this bet with a double chance “Espanyol or draw”.
Espanyol – Ath Bilbao : Betting Tips
Espanyol – Win Odds: 2.55
Both teams to score / YES – Odds: 1.70
Over 2.5 Goals – Odds: 1.70
