In the 32nd round of La Liga, Real Madrid, who are fighting for the league title, and Athletic Bilbao, who are aiming for the Champions League, will clash at the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium on Sunday, April 20 at 9:00 PM. The match is crucial for both teams, as Real Madrid is four points behind leaders Barcelona, while Athletic Bilbao is in fourth place, six points ahead of fifth-placed Villarreal.
Team performance
Real Madrid:
The Royal Guard have been in a fluctuating form recently. They have won just one of their last five matches, while suffering three defeats, including a 5-1 aggregate defeat to Arsenal in the Champions League quarter-finals. Their most recent league win was a 1-0 win at home to Alavés.
Athletic Bilbao:
The Basques are in great form, unbeaten in their last five matches, with three wins and two draws. They most recently beat Rangers 2-0 in the Europa League quarter-finals to advance to the semi-finals, where they will face Manchester United.
Important missing items
Real Madrid:
- Kylian Mbappé is suspended after being sent off in the match against Alavés.
- Eder Militao, Dani Carvajal and Ferland Mendy are missing through injury.
Athletic Bilbao:
- Yuri Berchiche is unavailable due to a calf injury.
- Iñaki Williams is struggling with a groin injury and his performance is questionable.
Tactical analysis
Real Madrid (4-2-3-1):
- Goalkeeper: Thibaut Courtois
- Defense: Federico Valverde, Raul Asencio, Antonio Rüdiger, Fran García
- Midfield: Aurelien Tchouaméni, Eduardo Camavinga
- Forwards: Brahim Díaz, Jude Bellingham, Vinícius Júnior
- Forward: Endrick
Ancelotti will rely on young Brazilian talent Endrick to finish the attacks in Mbappé's absence. In midfield, Camavinga and Tchouaméni will provide stability, while Bellingham and Vinícius can threaten the opposition's goal with their creativity.
Athletic Bilbao (4-2-3-1):
- Goalkeeper: Unai Simon
- Defense: Andoni Gorosabel, Dani Vivian, Aitor Paredes, Iñigo Lekue
- Midfield: Mikel Jauregizar, Beñat Prados
- Forwards: Álex Berenguer, Oihan Sancet, Nico Williams
- Forward: Gorka Guruzeta
Ernesto Valverde's team relies on organised defence and quick counter-attacks, particularly through Nico Williams and Berenguer. Sancet directs the attacks, while Guruzeta takes part in the action as a finishing striker.
Weather conditions
The weather in Madrid is expected to be pleasant, spring-like, with temperatures around 18°C and light winds. Precipitation is unlikely, so the weather will not significantly affect the game.
Tipmix tips
The match promises to be even, but due to the home field advantage and Real Madrid's need to win, it is worth considering the following betting option:
Goals under 2.5: Athletic Bilbao has an excellent defense, so few goals are expected. Odds: 2.00 (Tippmix.hu)
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