Real Sociedad and Athletic Bilbao face each other on Saturday 11.01.2025, at 18:30 (UK Time), in a La Liga 2025/26 match. The game will take place at Real Sociedad's home ground, the Estadio Municipal de Anoeta.
Our team of analysts has crafted predictions for the clash between Real Sociedad and Athletic Bilbao, grounded in an in-depth statistical analysis of both sides. We aim to empower bettors with reliable insights, delivering today’s top free betting tip to support smarter, more profitable choices.
APWin predictions for Real Sociedad vs Athletic Bilbao
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Under 10.5 Corners
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Real Sociedad preview
Real Sociedad heads into the match with the following record in the La Liga: in 10 matches, Real Sociedad secured 2 victories, 3 draws, and 5 losses, maintaining an average of 0.9 points per game.
Taking a broader look at Real Sociedad's 2025/26 season, the team has achieved a total of 3 victories so far.
Real Sociedad has been effective in the offense, scoring a total of 13 goals, of which 10 were scored in the La Liga, resulting in an average of 1 goals per game.
Individually, the standout performer is Mikel Oyarzabal, who has found the back of the net 4 times. However, he is not alone in driving the offense. Ander Barrenetxea has taken on the role of the team's main playmaker, leading with 3 assists.
On the defensive side, Real Sociedad has conceded 14 goals in the La Liga (an average of 1.4 per game) and 14 goals throughout the entire season, with an average of 1.27 per match in the 2025/26 campaign.
Athletic Bilbao preview
Athletic Bilbao comes into the game with 10 matches played so far in the La Liga. They have secured 4 victories, 2 draws, and 4 losses, maintaining an average of 1.4 points per game in the competition.
Across all competitions in the 2025/26 season, the team has recorded 5 wins, 2 draws, and 6 losses.
Bilbao's attack has been highly effective, scoring 13 goals during this period. Of that total, 9 were netted in the La Liga, with an average of 0.9 goals per game. The overall season average is 1.
Athletic's offensive system is led by Gorka Guruzeta, the team's top scorer this season. The spanish forward has found the back of the net 3 times. He is supported by the team's best assist provider, Nico Williams. The forward has contributed with 2 assists.
On the defensive side, the team has conceded 10 goals with an average of 1 per game in the championship. For the whole season, the team conceded 17 goals in 13 matches, averaging 1.31 per match.
Head to head: Real Sociedad vs Athletic Bilbao
Review the head-to-head record between the teams, featuring key data to support your match prediction.
Home Team
Real Sociedad
Spain - La Liga
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | W D L L W |
0.9 |
| Home | W L W L D |
1.4 |
| Away | D L L L D |
0.4 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 20% | 40% | 0% |
| Goals | 2.4 | 2.4 | 2.4 |
| Scored | 1 | 1.2 | 0.8 |
| Conceded | 1.4 | 1.2 | 1.6 |
| Both Teams to Score | 70% | 60% | 80% |
| Without Conceding | 10% | 20% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 20% | 20% | 20% |
| 1st to Score | 30% | 40% | 20% |
|
xG
|
1.53 | 1.56 | 1.5 |
|
xGA
|
1.32 | 1.07 | 1.58 |
Away Team
Athletic Bilbao
Spain - La Liga
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | L D W L D |
1.4 |
| Home | L W D L W |
1.67 |
| Away | D L L W |
1 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 40% | 50% | 25% |
| Goals | 1.9 | 2.17 | 1.5 |
| Scored | 0.9 | 1.17 | 0.5 |
| Conceded | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Both Teams to Score | 40% | 50% | 25% |
| Without Conceding | 20% | 17% | 25% |
| Failed To Score | 50% | 33% | 75% |
| 1st to Score | 30% | 50% | 25% |
|
xG
|
1.45 | 1.52 | 1.36 |
|
xGA
|
1.09 | 0.89 | 1.39 |
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