Athletic Bilbao vs Villarreal: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 08 December

Athletic Bilbao

W D W W W

4th place in Spanish La Liga

2-0

08/12/2024 11:15

Villarreal

W W W W W

5th place in Spanish La Liga

Spanish La Liga

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Athletic Bilbao vs Villarreal on 08 December 2024 (kick-off: 11:15) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Athletic Bilbao vs Villarreal preview before placing your bet.

Athletic Bilbao will face Villarreal in Spanish La Liga on December 8, 2024 at 11:15.
Athletic Bilbao are currently 4th with 70 points after 38 matches.
Villarreal sit 5th with 70 points from 38 matches.
Current model prediction leans green with a projected score of 2 - 1 and average coefficient 1.95.

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

Probability %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

11:15

2024-12-08

Athletic Bilbao vs Villarreal - Prediction & Odds

Athletic Bilbao

Villarreal

2024-12-08 11:15

STANDINGS UP TO 08/12/2024

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

01 FC Barcelona	88	38	28	4	6	102	39	63
02 Real Madrid	84	38	26	6	6	78	38	40
03 Atletico Madrid	76	38	22	10	6	68	30	38
04 Athletic Bilbao	70	38	19	13	6	54	29	25
05 Villarreal	70	38	20	10	8	71	51	20
06 Real Betis	60	38	16	12	10	57	50	7
07 Celta Vigo	55	38	16	7	15	59	57	2
08 Rayo Vallecano	52	38	13	13	12	41	45	-4
09 Osasuna	52	38	12	16	10	48	52	-4
10 Mallorca	48	38	13	9	16	35	44	-9
11 Real Sociedad	46	38	13	7	18	35	46	-11
12 Valencia	46	38	11	13	14	44	54	-10
13 Getafe	42	38	11	9	18	34	39	-5
14 RCD Espanyol	42	38	11	9	18	40	51	-11
15 Alaves	42	38	10	12	16	38	48	-10
16 Girona	41	38	11	8	19	44	60	-16
17 Sevilla	41	38	10	11	17	42	55	-13
18 Leganes	40	38	9	13	16	39	56	-17
19 Las Palmas	32	38	8	8	22	40	61	-21
20 Real Valladolid	16	38	4	4	30	26	90	-64

Head To Head

14/04/2024 12:30

Athletic Bilbao

1 - 1

Villarreal

SPA D1

05/11/2023 13:30

Villarreal

2 - 3

Athletic Bilbao

SPA D1

13/05/2023 12:30

Villarreal

5 - 1

Athletic Bilbao

SPA D1

30/10/2022 13:30

Athletic Bilbao

1 - 0

Villarreal

SPA D1

09/04/2022 12:30

Villarreal

1 - 1

Athletic Bilbao

SPA D1

23/10/2021 15:00

Athletic Bilbao

2 - 1

Villarreal

SPA D1

Athletic Bilbao

50%

Draw

33%

Villarreal

17%

Athletic Bilbao Last 6 matches

28/11/2024 13:45

Athletic Bilbao 3 - 0 Elfsborg

UEFA EL

24/11/2024 16:00

Athletic Bilbao 1 - 0 Real Sociedad

SPA D1

10/11/2024 13:30

Real Valladolid 1 - 1 Athletic Bilbao

SPA D1

07/11/2024 13:45

Ludogorets Razgrad 1 - 2 Athletic Bilbao

UEFA EL

03/11/2024 16:00

Athletic Bilbao 1 - 1 Real Betis

SPA D1

28/10/2024 16:00

Mallorca 0 - 0 Athletic Bilbao

SPA D1

Win

50%

Draw

50%

Lost

Last 6 matches Villarreal

01/12/2024 09:00

Villarreal 2 - 2 Girona

SPA D1

24/11/2024 09:00

Osasuna 2 - 2 Villarreal

SPA D1

09/11/2024 11:15

Villarreal 3 - 0 Alaves

SPA D1

29/10/2024 16:00

UD Poblense 1 - 6 Villarreal

SPA CUP

26/10/2024 08:00

Real Valladolid 1 - 2 Villarreal

SPA D1

20/10/2024 12:30

Villarreal 1 - 1 Getafe

SPA D1

Win

50%

Draw

50%

Lost

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

Athletic Bilbao

Villarreal

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

0.79

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.50

Scored

Avg. per game

0.87

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.63

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 38 matches

YesNo

21 (55%)17 (45%)

In last 38 matches

NoYes

21 (55%)17 (45%)

Athletic Bilbao

Recent matches

Villarreal

Under /Over

(63%)24 14(37%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(84%)32 6(16%)

Under /Over

(26%)10 28(74%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(47%)18 20(53%)

Under /Over

(34%)13 25(66%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(45%)17 21(55%)

/Yes

(50%)19 19(50%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(68%)26 12(32%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Athletic Bilbao

Villarreal

Shots

Athletic Bilbao

Total shots

12.34 avg / game

Blocked

83 total

Avg. 2.86

Villarreal

Total shots

14.05 avg / game

Blocked

114 total

Avg. 3.26

Athletic Bilbao Pass Villarreal

Total passes

15357

Avg. 404 / game

Accurate

80%

Ball possession

48%

Total passes

16065

Avg. 423 / game

Accurate

83%

Ball possession

48%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Athletic Bilbao

Played games

Villarreal

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.39

Clean sheets

0.18

5.11

194

Corners

183

4.82

21.87

831

Throw-ins

628

16.53

1.68

Offsides

2.05

2.24

GK saves

118

3.11

Athletic Bilbao

DISCIPLINARY

Villarreal

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.68

2.53

0.08

0.11

12.61

479

Fouls

435

11.45

14.68

558

Tackles

642

16.89

NEXT MATCHES

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How We Build the Athletic Bilbao vs Villarreal Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Athletic Bilbao vs Villarreal on 08 December 2024 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 Villarreal 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 Villarreal'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 Villarreal sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

Betiball.com publishes a weekly prediction accuracy review so you can verify our historical hit rate across 1x2, Over/Under, and BTTS markets. We do not hide results that went against our tip — full transparency on model performance is a core part of how Betiball.com operates. Our Spanish La Liga predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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