Sevilla vs Athletic Bilbao Prediction and Betting Tips for the LaLiga, scheduled for Saturday, January 24, 2026, at 17:30 GMT. The match will be broadcast live on Premier Sports Player and ESPN from the Estadio Ramon Sanchez Pizjuan in Sevilla. It is time for Professional LaLiga Predictions as these rivals clash.
Sevilla currently sits fifteenth in the standings while Athletic Bilbao occupies tenth spot after twenty games. The home side has struggled lately, ranking eighteenth in home points per game. Meanwhile, the visitors are looking to improve their away scoring record to climb higher up the table this season.
Sevilla vs Athletic Bilbao Key Facts and Stats
Sevilla commits a high average of 16.2 fouls per home match showing their defensive aggression.
The hosts rank second for few corners conceded at home with just 3.1 per game.
Athletic Bilbao earns 5.4 corners per away match ranking them fourth in the entire league.
The visitors are very disciplined in defense conceding only 4.1 corners during their away trips.
Both sides are currently averaging a high number of 3.4 yellow cards per league match.
Seventy percent of matches played at the Estadio Ramon Sanchez Pizjuan ended over 2.5 goals.
Second best in the league for fewest corners conceded at home with 3.1
High average of 15.2 fouls won per match indicating good offensive pressure
Attractive style of play with 70% of home games seeing over 2.5 goals
- Sevilla's Weaknesses
Bottom three in home standings with a poor average of 1.0 points per game
High defensive vulnerability conceding an average of 1.6 goals per home match
Aggressive playstyle leading to a high average of 16.2 fouls committed at home
League Position
10
+ Athletic Bilbao's Strengths
Strong set piece threat with 5.4 corners won per match ranking fourth away
Excellent corner defense ranking third in away standings with 4.1 conceded
High shot efficiency with 80% of matches seeing over 7.5 shots on target
- Athletic Bilbao's Weaknesses
Aggressive defensive approach resulting in 3.4 cards received per away match
Poor offensive output away from home with only 0.9 goals scored per game
High goal concession on the road with an average of 1.7 goals against
Match Preview
Matías Almeyda faces a tough task keeping his squad focused despite their poor home standing. With only one point per game at home, the pressure is mounting on the players. They need to find a way to capitalize on their ability to win fouls in dangerous areas.
Defensive issues have plagued the hosts throughout the season with 1.6 goals conceded per home game. Still, they are incredibly tough to win corners against, which shows a disciplined low block. Akor Adams remains their main threat up front having scored five goals this campaign.
The injury list is quite long with players like Marcao and Ruben Vargas ruled out. This forces Almeyda to trust younger talents like Oso in the midfield. If they want to survive this test, they must stay aggressive without crossing the line into red card territory.
Ernesto Valverde brings his squad to Seville with some fitness concerns regarding star man Nico Williams. The winger is currently questionable, which could severely impact their attacking output. Los Leones have only managed to score 0.9 goals per match on their travels this season.
Despite the low scoring, their defensive structure away from home is statistically impressive regarding set pieces. They concede very few corners, ranking third in that specific away category. Robert Navarro will be expected to step up if the Williams brothers are both missing from the start.
This fixture always feels intense and the stats suggest another feisty encounter is on the cards. Both teams are fighting for stability in the mid table. It is the perfect time to look at Professional LaLiga Predictions before placing any serious weekend wagers.
Sevilla vs Athletic Bilbao Predicted Lineups
Sevilla (3-4-2-1)
Matías Almeyda
GK
O. Vlachodimos
DF
J. Á. Carmona, N. Gudelj, K. Salas
MF
J. Sánchez, L. Agoumé, D. Sow, G. Suazo P. Fernández, Oso
FW
A. Adams
OUT
A. González(OUT),
Marcão(OUT),
A. Januzaj(QUES),
A. Sánchez(QUES),
R. Vargas(OUT),
B. Mendy(OUT),
C. Azpilicueta(OUT),
T. Nianzou(OUT),
Athletic Club (4-2-3-1)
Ernesto Valverde
GK
U. Simón
DF
J. Areso, A. Paredes, D. Vivian, Y. Berchiche
MF
R. Navarro, I. R. d. Galarreta M. Jauregizar, O. Sancet, N. Williams
FW
Á. Berenguer
OUT
B. Prados(OUT),
M. Sannadi(OUT),
U. Eguíluz(OUT),
G. Guruzeta(OUT),
Í. Lekue(OUT),
I. Williams(OUT),
Y. Álvarez(OUT),
A. Laporte(OUT),
Referee
Francisco Hernandez Maeso
Prediction
Over 4.5 Cards @1.70
Sevilla and Athletic Bilbao are both playing with high intensity and aggression this season. The hosts commit 16.2 fouls per match at home while the visitors receive 3.4 cards per game. With a referee like Hernandez Maeso, who is known for his strictness, the game will likely see many bookings. Both teams are desperate for points to improve their current positions.
Statistical data supports a high card count for this specific matchup at the Ramon Sanchez Pizjuan. Both sides average 3.4 cards per match, and seventy percent of their recent games have gone over the 4.5 threshold. The aggressive nature of Sevilla’s defense, combined with the visitors' physical style on the road, creates a perfect environment for the referee to use his whistle often.
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FAQ – Sevilla vs Athletic Bilbao Prediction
Who is the favorite between Sevilla and Athletic Bilbao?
Athletic Bilbao is higher in the table, but Sevilla’s high foul count and corner defense make them difficult to beat at home.
Where can I watch Sevilla vs Athletic Bilbao live?
The Sevilla vs Athletic Bilbao LaLiga match will be broadcast live on Premier Sports Player and ESPN.
What time does Sevilla vs Athletic Bilbao start?
Kick-off is scheduled for 17:30(GMT) on Saturday, January 24, 2026.
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