Ath Bilbao vs Villarreal Prediction & Betting Tips (14 April)

Having just been crowned in the Copa del Rey, Athletic Bilbao defeated Mallorca on penalties to finally materialize their cup campaigns with a trophy. At the same time, he confirmed his good season in the championship with an honest 5th place. As a bonus, Bilbao does not intend to stop there since 4th place, qualifying for the Champions League, is clearly within striking distance because Atlético, 4th, was only two points ahead in the start of this day. Let us remember that the Basques were outclassed by Real Madrid during the 30th day, losing 2-0 at the Berbabéu. Before this defeat, they had gone through three days of the championship without a setback, including two successive victories by the same score 2-0, on the pitch of promoted Las Palmas and against Alaves.

Villarreal has never been at its level this year and its 10th place at the start of this day is anything but a mistake. However, under the orders of Marcelino, the Yellow Submarine is trying to redress the situation and before its defeat on the last day against Atlético at home 1-2, it remained on a dynamic of 9 days of championship without the slightest defeat for a record of 5 victories and 4 draws. Note also that the residents of the Ceramica thought they would inflict a comeback on OM in the round of 16 of the Europa League, losing 4-0 at the Vélodrome in the first leg, winning 3-1 in the return before failing at the wire.

Out injured against Real Madrid in the league, the important Yeray Alvarez did not take part in the Copa del Rey final. This evening again, he could not be at Valverde's disposal like midfielder Ruiz de Galarreta who is suspended for accumulation of yellow cards.

Players like Inaki Williams (9 goals, 3 assists in La Liga), his little brother Nico (3 goals, 8 assists), the scorer Guruzeta (13 pawns, 3 caviars), the young Sancet (3 goals, 5 assists) and Berenguer (6 league goals) will be on deck this evening.