Athletic Bilbao vs Atletico Madrid: Simeone's Side Eye Another La Liga Win

Spanish La Liga  -  Athletic Bilbao VS Atletico Madrid
Match Time:05-09-2026 22:15 Saturday (GMT+8)
Football Livescore | Match Prediction & Tips

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Atletico Madrid will look to strengthen their position near the top of La Liga when they travel to face Athletic Bilbao on Saturday. Diego Simeone's side currently sit third with seven points, while Athletic have collected just three points from their opening three matches.

Team Analysis:

Athletic Bilbao bounced back from two opening defeats by beating Celta Vigo 2-0, while their disappointing 12th-place finish last season means they will not play in Europe. Atletico Madrid have started strongly with seven points from three games, boosted by several major summer signings and the continued presence of Julian Alvarez.

Player Situation:

Athletic Bilbao will be without Unai Egiluz and Peio Canales, while Benat Prados and Dani Vivian are doubts, with Nico Williams likely to start from the bench. Atletico Madrid could welcome Julian Alvarez back into the squad, while Alex Baena and Jonathan David are pushing for attacking roles.

Result Prediction:

Athletic Bilbao are capable of making life difficult for Atletico Madrid in what should be a closely fought encounter. However, Simeone's side are still expected to have enough quality to secure all three points.

Predicted Result: Athletic Bilbao 0-1 Atletico Madrid.