Athletic Bilbao vs RCD Espanyol: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 22 December

Athletic Bilbao

L W L L D

12th place in Spanish La Liga

1-2

22/12/2025 16:00

RCD Espanyol

D L L W W

11th place in Spanish La Liga

Spanish La Liga

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Athletic Bilbao vs RCD Espanyol on 22 December 2025 (kick-off: 16:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Athletic Bilbao vs RCD Espanyol preview before placing your bet.

Athletic Bilbao are currently 12th with 45 points after 38 matches.
RCD Espanyol sit 11th with 46 points from 38 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Athletic Bilbao to win with probability 58%.
Head-to-head history favors Athletic Bilbao, who have won 4 of the last 6 meetings. RCD Espanyol have one win, while one match ended in a draw.

Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards

Home team Away team

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Pred

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Weather

16:00

2025-12-22

Athletic Bilbao vs RCD Espanyol - Prediction & Odds

Athletic Bilbao

RCD Espanyol

2025-12-22 16:00

STANDINGS UP TO 22/12/2025

Overall Table	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 FC Barcelona	94	38	31	1	6	95	36	59
02 Real Madrid	86	38	27	5	6	77	35	42
03 Villarreal	72	38	22	6	10	72	46	26
04 Atletico Madrid	69	38	21	6	11	62	44	18
05 Real Betis	60	38	15	15	8	59	48	11
06 Celta Vigo	54	38	14	12	12	53	48	5
07 Getafe	51	38	15	6	17	32	38	-6
08 Rayo Vallecano	50	38	12	14	12	41	44	-3
09 Valencia	49	38	13	10	15	46	55	-9
10 Real Sociedad	46	38	11	13	14	59	61	-2
11 RCD Espanyol	46	38	12	10	16	43	55	-12
12 Athletic Bilbao	45	38	13	6	19	43	58	-15
13 Sevilla	43	38	12	7	19	46	60	-14
14 Alaves	43	38	11	10	17	44	56	-12
15 Elche	43	38	10	13	15	49	57	-8
16 Levante	42	38	11	9	18	47	61	-14
17 Osasuna	42	38	11	9	18	44	50	-6
18 Mallorca	42	38	11	9	18	47	57	-10
19 Girona	41	38	9	14	15	39	55	-16
20 Real Oviedo	29	38	6	11	21	26	60	-34

Head To Head

16/02/2025 09:00

RCD Espanyol

1 - 1

Athletic Bilbao

SPA D1

19/10/2024 08:00

Athletic Bilbao

4 - 1

RCD Espanyol

SPA D1

08/04/2023 10:15

RCD Espanyol

1 - 2

Athletic Bilbao

SPA D1

18/01/2023 15:00

Athletic Bilbao

1 - 0

RCD Espanyol

SPA CUP

04/09/2022 10:15

Athletic Bilbao

0 - 1

RCD Espanyol

SPA D1

07/02/2022 16:00

Athletic Bilbao

2 - 1

RCD Espanyol

SPA D1

Athletic Bilbao

67%

Draw

17%

RCD Espanyol

17%

Athletic Bilbao Last 6 matches

18/12/2025 14:00

Ourense CF 0 - 0 Athletic Bilbao SPA CUP

14/12/2025 11:15

Celta Vigo 2 - 0 Athletic Bilbao SPA D1

10/12/2025 16:00

Athletic Bilbao 0 - 0 Paris Saint Germain (PSG) UEFA CL

06/12/2025 16:00

Athletic Bilbao 1 - 0 Atletico Madrid SPA D1

03/12/2025 14:00

Athletic Bilbao 0 - 3 Real Madrid SPA D1

29/11/2025 13:30

Levante 0 - 2 Athletic Bilbao SPA D1

Win

33%

Draw

33%

Lost

33%

Last 6 matches RCD Espanyol

13/12/2025 16:00

Getafe 0 - 1 RCD Espanyol SPA D1

07/12/2025 13:30

RCD Espanyol 1 - 0 Rayo Vallecano SPA D1

04/12/2025 14:00

Baleares 1 - 0 RCD Espanyol SPA CUP

30/11/2025 13:30

Celta Vigo 0 - 1 RCD Espanyol SPA D1

24/11/2025 16:00

RCD Espanyol 2 - 1 Sevilla SPA D1

08/11/2025 16:00

RCD Espanyol 0 - 2 Villarreal SPA D1

Win

67%

Draw

Lost

33%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Spanish La Liga

Goals use the selected half; shots, passes and possession are averaged over full matches in the sample.

Played games

Goals

Scored

208

Avg. per game

0.69

Conceded

193

Avg. per game

0.64

Scored

228

Avg. per game

0.78

Conceded

187

Avg. per game

0.64

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

6 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

6 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 300 matches

YesNo

144 (48%)156 (52%)

In last 300 matches

NoYes

168 (57%)125 (43%)

Athletic Bilbao

Recent matches

RCD Espanyol

Under /Over

(76%)34 11(24%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(78%)35 10(22%)

Under /Over

(38%)17 28(62%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(33%)15 30(67%)

Under /Over

(36%)16 29(64%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(56%)25 20(44%)

/Yes

(47%)21 24(53%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(58%)26 19(42%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Athletic Bilbao

RCD Espanyol

Shots

Athletic Bilbao

Total shots

13.05 avg / game

Blocked

747 total

Avg. 3.47

RCD Espanyol

Total shots

11.02 avg / game

Blocked

535 total

Avg. 2.96

Athletic Bilbao Pass RCD Espanyol

Total passes

102057

Avg. 418 / game

Accurate

79%

Ball possession

49%

Total passes

75519

Avg. 370 / game

Accurate

78%

Ball possession

47%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Athletic Bilbao

300

Played games

RCD Espanyol

293

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.35

104

Clean sheets

0.33

5.58

1674

Corners

1343

4.58

17.37

5210

Throw-ins

2832

9.67

1.72

516

Offsides

452

1.54

2.15

645

GK saves

728

2.48

Athletic Bilbao

DISCIPLINARY

RCD Espanyol

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.86

557

656

2.24

0.09

0.11

11.70

3511

Fouls

3331

11.37

11.04

3312

Tackles

3013

10.28

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How We Build the Athletic Bilbao vs RCD Espanyol Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Athletic Bilbao vs RCD Espanyol on 22 December 2025 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this Spanish La Liga fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Athletic Bilbao vs RCD Espanyol Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Athletic Bilbao's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against RCD Espanyol's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

Spanish La Liga Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live Spanish La Liga standings and the Spanish La Liga form table to understand exactly where Athletic Bilbao and RCD Espanyol sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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