Athletic Bilbao vs Osasuna Prediction and Betting Tips
Athletic Bilbao vs Osasuna Prediction and Betting Tips for the match at San Mames on Tuesday, April 21, 2026. This clash will be broadcast live on Premier Sports 1. Our team has prepared the best LaLiga Predictions to help you with your football betting journey today.
Both sides have seen BTTS land in 16 matches this season, showing a tendency for both teams to find the net. Athletic Bilbao averages 1.25 goals at home while Osasuna struggles away with only 0.69. You will discover the latest insights from our expert tipsters here.
Athletic Bilbao vs Osasuna Key Facts and Stats
Athletic Bilbao has only managed to secure 3 points from their previous 5 league matches.
The home side has failed to find the back of the net in 3 fixtures.
Osasuna enters this contest on a positive run of 3 consecutive matches without a single defeat.
Visitors have consistently scored in their last 5 games, netting a total of 7 goals recently.
Ante Budimir remains the primary threat for Osasuna with 16 goals scored so far this season.
The historical data shows BTTS has occurred in 56% of Bilbao's home matches this current season.
Offensive mindset with 14.88 average shots per home match.
Strong set piece generation winning 6.06 corners per game.
Solid discipline with low average corners conceded of 3.81.
Exciting home matches with BTTS landing in 56% of fixtures.
- Athletic Bilbao's Weaknesses
High aggression levels with 13.69 fouls committed per match.
Recent offensive struggles failing to score in 3 of 5 games.
Uncertainty in defense with key man Dani Vivian currently doubtful.
League Position
9
+ Osasuna's Strengths
Clinical finishing from Ante Budimir who has 16 goals total.
Strong recent momentum with only 1 loss in 5 games.
Reliable scoring form finding the net in 5 straight matches.
High frequency of high scoring away games with 25% over 3.5 goals.
- Osasuna's Weaknesses
Very weak away attack averaging 0.69 goals on travel.
Poor road results sitting 17th in away points per game.
Low volume of chances with only 2.5 shots on target.
Match Preview
Athletic Bilbao has struggled lately, picking up just 3 points from their last 5 fixtures. The Lions have been toothless in attack, failing to score in 3 of those games. Valverde needs to find a way to reignite the offense if they want to climb the table.
Gorka Guruzeta remains the main man for the hosts having netted 7 goals so far. He will lead the line on Tuesday night, looking to exploit any gaps in the Osasuna backline. With a 0.34 goal per 90 minute average, he is their best bet for goals.
Defensively, the home side is sweating on the fitness of Dani Vivian who is currently listed as doubtful. Meanwhile, Iñigo Ruiz de Galarreta will need to be careful after collecting 10 yellow cards this season. His aggressive style is key but risky for the Bilbao midfield battle.
Osasuna travels to Bilbao in much better spirits after going unbeaten in their last 3 games. They have secured 6 points from their most recent 5 matches, showing great resilience. Lisci has his team playing with a lot of confidence as they push for Europe.
The visitors will rely heavily on Ante Budimir, who is having a stellar season with 16 goals. He has an impressive 0.61 goals per 90 minute ratio. His ability to score from half chances makes him a massive threat to any defense in the league.
Still, they must cope without Alejandro Catena who is suspended for this match. This defensive absence could be costly against Bilbao's speed. Even so, we hope our LaLiga Predictions help you find value in what promises to be a very tight and tactical Spanish encounter.
Athletic Bilbao vs Osasuna Predicted Lineups
Athletic Club (4-2-3-1)
Ernesto Valverde
GK
U. Simón
DF
A. Gorosabel, A. Paredes, A. Laporte, Y. Berchiche
MF
M. Jauregizar, I. R. d. Galarreta I. Williams, O. Sancet, N. Williams
FW
G. Guruzeta
OUT
U. Gómez(OUT),
B. Prados(QUES),
D. Vivian(QUES)
Osasuna (4-2-3-1)
Alessio Lisci
GK
S. Herrera
DF
V. Rosier, J. Herrando, F. Boyomo, J. Galán
MF
J. Moncayola, I. Muñoz R. Garcia, A. Oroz, V. Muñoz
FW
A. Budimir
OUT
A. Osambela(OUT),
A. Catena(OUT),
I. Benito(OUT)
Prediction
Under 2.5 Goals @1.71
Athletic Bilbao and Osasuna often struggle to produce high scoring affairs when meeting at San Mames. The home side averages only 1.25 goals per match in Bilbao, while the visitors are even less productive on their travels with 0.69 goals. With Osasuna lacking offensive depth away from home, expecting a low scoring game is logical given the recent defensive trends for both of these sides.
Statistical data supports a cagey encounter with Athletic failing to score in 3 of their last 5 fixtures. Furthermore, 50% of Bilbao's home matches have stayed under the 2.5 goal threshold this season. Osasuna will likely set up defensively to protect their 3 game unbeaten run, making a repeat of a low scoring outcome highly probable for those looking at the goals market today.
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FAQ – Athletic Bilbao vs Osasuna Prediction
Who is favored to win between Athletic Bilbao and Osasuna?
Athletic Bilbao are usually strong at San Mames, but Osasuna’s 3 game unbeaten run makes this a very balanced and unpredictable match.
Where can I watch the Athletic Bilbao vs Osasuna live broadcast?
The Athletic Bilbao vs Osasuna LaLiga match will be broadcast live on Premier Sports 1 and ESPN.
What time does the Athletic Bilbao vs Osasuna match start?
Kick-off is scheduled for 18:00 (GMT) on Tuesday, April 21, 2026.
Which key players are missing for Athletic Bilbao and Osasuna?
Osasuna will be without the suspended Alejandro Catena, while Athletic Bilbao might miss the injured Dani Vivian who is currently doubtful.
What is the best betting tip for Athletic Bilbao vs Osasuna?
Based on the scoring averages of 1.25 for Bilbao at home and 0.69 for Osasuna away, Under 2.5 Goals is a statistically strong selection.
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