Athletic Bilbao vs Villarreal: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 12 April

Athletic Bilbao

L W L L D

12th place in Spanish La Liga

1-2

12/04/2026 15:00

Villarreal

W W D L L

3rd place in Spanish La Liga

Spanish La Liga

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Athletic Bilbao vs Villarreal on 12 April 2026 (kick-off: 15:00) 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 are currently 12th with 45 points after 38 matches.
Villarreal sit 3rd with 72 points from 38 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Athletic Bilbao to win with probability 40%.
Head-to-head history is evenly balanced: Athletic Bilbao and Villarreal have each won 2 of the last 6 meetings, while 2 matches ended in draws.

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

15:00

2026-04-12

Athletic Bilbao vs Villarreal - Prediction & Odds

Athletic Bilbao

Villarreal

2026-04-12 15:00

STANDINGS UP TO 12/04/2026

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

27/09/2025 15:00

Villarreal

1 - 0

Athletic Bilbao

SPA D1

06/04/2025 15:00

Villarreal

0 - 0

Athletic Bilbao

SPA D1

08/12/2024 11:15

Athletic Bilbao

2 - 0

Villarreal

SPA D1

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

Athletic Bilbao

33%

Draw

33%

Villarreal

33%

Athletic Bilbao Last 6 matches

05/04/2026 08:00

Getafe 2 - 0 Athletic Bilbao SPA D1

22/03/2026 13:30

Athletic Bilbao 2 - 1 Real Betis SPA D1

14/03/2026 09:00

Girona 3 - 0 Athletic Bilbao SPA D1

07/03/2026 16:00

Athletic Bilbao 0 - 1 FC Barcelona SPA D1

04/03/2026 16:00

Real Sociedad 1 - 0 Athletic Bilbao SPA CUP

28/02/2026 09:00

Rayo Vallecano 1 - 1 Athletic Bilbao SPA D1

Win

17%

Draw

17%

Lost

67%

Last 6 matches Villarreal

20/03/2026 16:00

Villarreal 3 - 1 Real Sociedad SPA D1

13/03/2026 16:00

Alaves 1 - 1 Villarreal SPA D1

08/03/2026 09:00

Villarreal 2 - 1 Elche SPA D1

28/02/2026 11:15

FC Barcelona 4 - 1 Villarreal SPA D1

22/02/2026 16:00

Villarreal 2 - 1 Valencia SPA D1

18/02/2026 15:00

Levante 0 - 1 Villarreal SPA D1

Win

67%

Draw

17%

Lost

17%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Spanish La Liga

Played games

Goals

Scored

406

Avg. per game

1.35

Conceded

331

Avg. per game

1.10

Scored

524

Avg. per game

1.75

Conceded

405

Avg. per game

1.35

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

6 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 300 matches

YesNo

209 (70%)91 (30%)

In last 300 matches

NoYes

238 (79%)62 (21%)

Athletic Bilbao

Recent matches

Villarreal

Under /Over

(78%)35 10(22%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(91%)41 4(9%)

Under /Over

(38%)17 28(62%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(42%)19 26(58%)

Under /Over

(38%)17 28(62%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(42%)19 26(58%)

/Yes

(47%)21 24(53%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(60%)27 18(40%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Athletic Bilbao

Villarreal

Shots

Athletic Bilbao

Total shots

13.07 avg / game

Blocked

746 total

Avg. 3.49

Villarreal

Total shots

12.46 avg / game

Blocked

743 total

Avg. 3.14

Athletic Bilbao Pass Villarreal

Total passes

101749

Avg. 419 / game

Accurate

79%

Ball possession

50%

Total passes

114264

Avg. 455 / game

Accurate

83%

Ball possession

51%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Athletic Bilbao

300

Played games

Villarreal

300

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.35

104

Clean sheets

0.24

5.57

1671

Corners

1373

4.58

17.28

5184

Throw-ins

4295

14.32

1.72

515

Offsides

561

1.87

2.14

642

GK saves

758

2.53

Athletic Bilbao

DISCIPLINARY

Villarreal

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.85

556

627

2.09

0.09

0.10

11.66

3498

Fouls

3173

10.58

11.00

3299

Tackles

3504

11.68

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How We Build the Athletic Bilbao vs Villarreal Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Athletic Bilbao vs Villarreal on 12 April 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 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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