Athletic Bilbao vs Getafe Prediction 15.08.2024 | LaLiga
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- Competition: Spain - LaLiga
- Date: Thursday, 15th, August 2024
- Kickoff: 18:00 UK / 19.00 CEST
- Venue: Estadio San Mames (Bilbao)
Thursday's matchup between Athletic Bilbao and Getafe at Estadio San Mames will mark the start of the 2024-25 Spanish LaLiga season.
Athletic Bilbao vs Getafe Betting Tips: ATHLETIC BILBAO TO WIN
Retaining Nico Williams, one of the key heroes who helped Spain win the European Championship this summer, has further boosted the morale and ambitions of the Basque club, which rightfully carries the label of favorites as they head into the new LaLiga season.
What is certain is that Athletic Bilbao is a formidable force to be reckoned with when playing at home, having faltered only once in 19 league matches at San Mames last term, with 12 of their 19 victories coming from their impregnable fortress.
Since the defending champions Real Madrid departed Basque Country with a maximum points in August 2023, Athletic Club has racked up an eye-catching 22-game unbeaten streak at home, and the passionate fan base is eager to see if this solid home form will give their cherished team a winning start to the new top-tier season.
Ernesto Valverde’s team has a bright outlook for a successful start to their domestic campaign, as their opponents Getafe appear pale and weak ahead of the new La Liga season, having lost several key players who contributed to their 12th-place finish last term, while also struggling with a financial crisis that has cast them as potential relegation candidates.
With a meager tally of just one win and two goals across six friendlies, Azulones face a tough season ahead, risking the loss of their eight-year LaLiga status, especially if they repeat their road weaknesses from last term, where they managed only two wins and suffered nine defeats out of 19 trips.
With all the issues currently plaguing Getafe, it seems Athletic Bilbao won't have a better chance to make a strong start to their domestic campaign than by dismantling Bordalas's weakened side, which might only be saved from failure in matchday one by a miracle.
Athletic Bilbao vs Getafe Head to Head (H2H) stats
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Getafe
0 : 2
Athletic Bilbao
La Liga
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Athletic Bilbao
2 : 2
Getafe
La Liga
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Athletic Bilbao
0 : 0
Getafe
La Liga
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Getafe
2 : 2
Athletic Bilbao
La Liga
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Athletic Bilbao
1 : 1
Getafe
La Liga
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Getafe
0 : 0
Athletic Bilbao
La Liga
Athletic Bilbao team news
With first-choice goalkeepers Unai Simon (wrist injury) and Julen Agirrezabala (lumbar vertebra fracture) sidelined, Alex Padilla is expected to step in as the starting goalkeeper.
Athletic Bilbao's promising summer signing Alvaro Djalo is set to miss the LaLiga season opener after being forced off the pitch with a muscle injury in the penultimate friendly against Aston Villa.
Despite numerous rumors linking him to Barcelona this summer, Nico Williams has made it clear he’ll stay in the Basque Country for at least another year by taking the number 10 shirt for the upcoming season.
Last matches of Athletic Bilbao
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Stuttgart
4 : 0
Athletic Bilbao
Club Friendlies 3
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Aston Villa
3 : 2
Athletic Bilbao
Club Friendlies 3
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Athletic Bilbao
2 : 1
Osasuna
Club Friendlies 3
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Athletic Bilbao
1 : 0
Eibar
Club Friendlies 3
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Sporting CP
3 : 0
Athletic Bilbao
Club Friendlies 3
Athletic Bilbao lineup
Goalkeeper
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22
Alex Padilla
Defenders
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17
Yuri Berchiche
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4
Aitor Paredes
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5
Yeray Alvarez
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2
Andoni Gorosabel
Midfielders
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24
Benat Prados
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6
Mikel Vesga
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10
Nico Williams
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8
Oihan Sancet
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9
Inaki Williams
Forwards
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12
Gorka Guruzeta
Getafe team news
Ahead of the new LaLiga season, Getafe has been significantly weakened by the departures of attacking duo Enes Unal and Choco Lozano, along with long-time midfielder Nemanja Maksimovic, while financial troubles have prevented them from making additional signings.
The previous season's top goal-scorer, Borja Mayoral, is still dealing with challenges in his recovery from a severe knee injury, casting doubt on his availability for Azulones in matchday one on Thursday.
Last matches of Getafe
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Southampton
0 : 0
Getafe
Club Friendlies 3
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Getafe
1 : 0
Saint Etienne
Club Friendlies 3
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Getafe
1 : 3
Atletico Madrid
Club Friendlies 1
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Getafe
0 : 1
Real Zaragoza
Club Friendlies 3
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Getafe
0 : 1
Real Oviedo
Club Friendlies 3
Getafe lineup
Goalkeeper
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13
David Soria
Defenders
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16
Diego Rico
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15
Omar Alderete
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2
Djene
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21
Juan Iglesias
Midfielders
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20
Yellu Santiago
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8
Mauro Arambarri
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5
Luis Milla
Forwards
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17
Carles Perez
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15
Peter Federico
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7
Alex Sola
4 Reasons why we expect Athletic Bilbao to Win
- Athletic Bilbao have built a 22-game unbeaten run at their Estadio San Mames.
- Getafe have suffered eight defeats in their last 11 matches across all competitions.
- Getafe have only emerged victorious once in their last 10 away games.
- The most recent league clash between the two sides saw Athletic Bilbao secure a 2-0 victory.
Main prediction Athletic Bilbao - Getafe
Athletic Bilbao to win
Best Odds:
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1.61
Additional predictions
Athletic Bilbao & Getafe current standing in La Liga
| Regular Season | P | W | D | L |
G - A
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GD | Pts | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | FC Barcelona | 38 | 28 | 4 | 6 | 102 - 39 | +63 | 88 |
| 2 | Real Madrid | 38 | 26 | 6 | 6 | 78 - 38 | +40 | 84 |
| 3 | Atlético Madrid | 38 | 22 | 10 | 6 | 68 - 30 | +38 | 76 |
| 4 | Athletic Club | 38 | 19 | 13 | 6 | 54 - 29 | +25 | 70 |
| 5 | Villarreal | 38 | 20 | 10 | 8 | 71 - 51 | +20 | 70 |
| 6 | Real Betis | 38 | 16 | 12 | 10 | 57 - 50 | +7 | 60 |
| 7 | Celta de Vigo | 38 | 16 | 7 | 15 | 59 - 57 | +2 | 55 |
| 8 | Osasuna | 38 | 12 | 16 | 10 | 48 - 52 | -4 | 52 |
| 9 | Rayo Vallecano | 38 | 13 | 13 | 12 | 41 - 45 | -4 | 52 |
| 10 | Mallorca | 38 | 13 | 9 | 16 | 35 - 44 | -9 | 48 |
| 11 | Valencia | 38 | 11 | 13 | 14 | 44 - 54 | -10 | 46 |
| 12 | Real Sociedad | 38 | 13 | 7 | 18 | 35 - 46 | -11 | 46 |
| 13 | Getafe | 38 | 11 | 9 | 18 | 34 - 39 | -5 | 42 |
| 14 | Deportivo Alavés | 38 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 38 - 48 | -10 | 42 |
| 15 | Espanyol | 38 | 11 | 9 | 18 | 40 - 51 | -11 | 42 |
| 16 | Sevilla | 38 | 10 | 11 | 17 | 42 - 55 | -13 | 41 |
| 17 | Girona | 38 | 11 | 8 | 19 | 44 - 60 | -16 | 41 |
| 18 | Leganés | 38 | 9 | 13 | 16 | 39 - 56 | -17 | 40 |
| 19 | Las Palmas | 38 | 8 | 8 | 22 | 40 - 61 | -21 | 32 |
| 20 | Real Valladolid | 38 | 4 | 4 | 30 | 26 - 90 | -64 | 16 |