Athletic Bilbao vs Real Sociedad: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 01 February

Betiball's prediction for Athletic Bilbao vs Real Sociedad on 01 February 2026 (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 Real Sociedad preview before placing your bet.

Athletic Bilbao vs Real Sociedad: Starting Lineups Time : 01/02/2026 16:00

Athletic Bilbao
1 - 1
Finished
Real Sociedad
88' event Inigo Ruiz de Galarreta Etxeberria
84' event Aitor Paredes
79' event Gorosabel / Jesus Areso
75' event Urko Izeta
72' event Inaki Williams Dannis / Nico Williams
72' event Urko Izeta / Alejandro Berenguer Remiro
69' event Jesus Areso
62' event Robert Navarro / Unai Gomez
56' event Yuri Berchiche
46' event Inigo Ruiz de Galarreta Etxeberria / Alejandro Rego
event 85' Aihen Munoz Capellan / Pablo Marin Tejada
event 83' Brais Mendez
event 77' Wesley Gassova / Goncalo Manuel Ganchinho Guedes
event 77' Orri Steinn Oskarsson / Mikel Oyarzabal
event 63' Benat Turrientes / Jon Gorrotxategi
event 63' Brais Mendez / Luka Sucic
event 51' Jon Martin
event 37' Goncalo Manuel Ganchinho Guedes
event 23' Igor Zubeldia
88' event Inigo Ruiz de Galarreta Etxeberria
event 85' Aihen Munoz Capellan / Pablo Marin Tejada
84' event Aitor Paredes
event 83' Brais Mendez
79' event Gorosabel / Jesus Areso
event 77' Wesley Gassova / Goncalo Manuel Ganchinho Guedes
75' event Urko Izeta
event 77' Orri Steinn Oskarsson / Mikel Oyarzabal
72' event Inaki Williams Dannis / Nico Williams
event 63' Benat Turrientes / Jon Gorrotxategi
72' event Urko Izeta / Alejandro Berenguer Remiro
event 63' Brais Mendez / Luka Sucic
69' event Jesus Areso
event 51' Jon Martin
62' event Robert Navarro / Unai Gomez
event 37' Goncalo Manuel Ganchinho Guedes
56' event Yuri Berchiche
event 23' Igor Zubeldia
46' event Inigo Ruiz de Galarreta Etxeberria / Alejandro Rego
Athletic Bilbao Athletic Bilbao
Substitutions
#9 Inaki Williams Dannis
#16 Inigo Ruiz de Galarreta Etxeberria
#2 Gorosabel
#23 Robert Navarro
#25 Urko Izeta
#6 Mikel Vesga
#22 Nico Serrano
#27 Alex Padilla
#47 Iker Monreal
#44 Selton Sanchez
#31 Asier Hierro
Athletic Bilbao Athletic Bilbao Real Sociedad Real Sociedad
19Shots9
4Shots on Goal6
14Fouls14
6Corner Kick3
14Free kick14
3Offside5
4Yellow card2
0Red card1
54Aerial34
4Save3
6Successful Tackles17
11Interceptions13
35Long pass24
1Assist1
5Successful center4
5Substitution5
6Shots off goal2
22Head Success22
9Blocked1
5Tackle17
7Dribbles5
23Throw-in22
421Passes359
163Attacks55
79Dangerous attacks22
3Corner Kicks(HT)2
1BigChances4
0BigChancesMissed4
12ShotsInsideBox6
7ShotsOutsideBox2
54DuelsWon70
1.07ExpectedGoals1.83
0.8xGOpenPlay1.24
1.07xGNonPenalty1.83
1.69xGOT1.97
42Touches In Opposition Box10
31AccurateCrosses12
32GroundDuelsWon45
22AerialDuelsWon25
13Clearances56
Real Sociedad Real Sociedad
Substitutions
#9 Orri Steinn Oskarsson
#8 Benat Turrientes
#23 Brais Mendez
#3 Aihen Munoz Capellan
#22 Wesley Gassova
#6 Aritz Elustondo
#20 Alvaro Odriozola Arzallus
#19 Jon Karrikaburu
#12 Yangel Herrera
#32 Aitor Fraga
#26 Dani Diaz
#47 Job Ochieng
Commentary
88' Goal! Inigo Ruiz de Galarreta Etxeberria - Athletic Bilbao
85' Real Sociedad — substitution: Aihen Munoz Capellan / Pablo Marin Tejada
84' Aitor Paredes - Athletic Bilbao receive a yellow card
83' Brais Mendez - Real Sociedad receive a red card
79' Athletic Bilbao — substitution: Gorosabel / Jesus Areso
77' Real Sociedad — substitution: Wesley Gassova / Goncalo Manuel Ganchinho Guedes
77' Real Sociedad — substitution: Orri Steinn Oskarsson / Mikel Oyarzabal
75' Urko Izeta - Athletic Bilbao receive a yellow card
72' Athletic Bilbao — substitution: Inaki Williams Dannis / Nico Williams
72' Athletic Bilbao — substitution: Urko Izeta / Alejandro Berenguer Remiro
69' Jesus Areso - Athletic Bilbao receive a yellow card
63' Real Sociedad — substitution: Benat Turrientes / Jon Gorrotxategi
63' Real Sociedad — substitution: Brais Mendez / Luka Sucic
62' Athletic Bilbao — substitution: Robert Navarro / Unai Gomez
56' Yuri Berchiche - Athletic Bilbao receive a yellow card
51' Jon Martin - Real Sociedad receive a yellow card
46' Athletic Bilbao — substitution: Inigo Ruiz de Galarreta Etxeberria / Alejandro Rego
37' Goal! Goncalo Manuel Ganchinho Guedes - Real Sociedad
23' Igor Zubeldia - Real Sociedad receive a yellow card

How We Build the Athletic Bilbao vs Real Sociedad Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Athletic Bilbao vs Real Sociedad on 01 February 2026 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 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 Real Sociedad 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 Real Sociedad'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.

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 standings and the form table to understand exactly where Athletic Bilbao and Real Sociedad sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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