In the 31st round of La Liga, Athletic Bilbao will host Rayo Vallecano at their home ground, the San Mamés stadium, on Sunday, April 13, 2025 at 9:00 PM. The Basques are fighting to maintain their fourth place, which will qualify them for the Champions League, while the visitors from Madrid are trying to stabilize in the midfield.
Team performance
Athletic Bilbao:
Ernesto Valverde's side have drawn three consecutive 0-0 matches in recent times, including the first leg of their Europa League quarter-final against Rangers. They are currently fourth in La Liga, six points ahead of fifth-placed Villarreal, although the Yellow Submarine have a game in hand. Their home record is strong, with 30 points from 15 games at San Mamés.
Rayo Vallecano:
Rayo Vallecano's form has declined recently, winning just one of their last seven league matches. Most recently, they suffered a surprising 4-0 home defeat to Espanyol. They currently sit in 9th place with 40 points, eight points off the sixth place that would qualify them for European competition.
Important missing items
Athletic Bilbao:
The home team also has several key players struggling with injuries. Galarreta, Yeray, Paredes and Sancet are all returning from injury, while Yuri Berchiche is out with a muscle injury. Coach Valverde is planning a rotation in the starting lineup, citing the tight schedule.
Rayo Vallecano:
The guests have no significant injuries or suspensions, so head coach Inigo Pérez can field his team in the strongest possible lineup.
Tactical analysis
Athletic Bilbao:
Valverde is expected to use a 4-2-3-1 formation, with Unai Simón in goal, Gorosabel, Núñez, Paredes and Boiro in defence. Vesga and Prados could form the defensive duo in midfield, while the attacking trio could feature Iñaki Williams, Unai Gómez and Berenguer, with Guruzeta as a striker.Rayo Vallecano:
Rayo Vallecano also prefers a 4-2-3-1 formation. Dimitrievski could be in goal, Balliu, Mumin, Lejeune and Espino could be in defence. Ciss and Valentín could form the defensive duo in midfield, while Palazón, Unai López and García could play in the attacking trio, with Camello as a striker.
Weather conditions
In Bilbao, mild temperatures of around 15°C and dry weather are expected for Sunday evening, providing ideal conditions for the match.
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