RCD Espanyol vs Athletic Bilbao: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 13 May

RCD Espanyol

D L L W W

11th place in Spanish La Liga

2-0

13/05/2026 13:00

Athletic Bilbao

L W L L D

12th place in Spanish La Liga

Spanish La Liga

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for RCD Espanyol vs Athletic Bilbao on 13 May 2026 (kick-off: 13:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full RCD Espanyol vs Athletic Bilbao preview before placing your bet.

RCD Espanyol are currently 11th with 46 points after 38 matches.
Athletic Bilbao sit 12th with 45 points from 38 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Athletic Bilbao to win with probability 41%.
Head-to-head history favors Athletic Bilbao, who have won 3 of the last 6 meetings. RCD Espanyol have 2 wins, 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

13:00

2026-05-13

RCD Espanyol vs Athletic Bilbao - Prediction & Odds

RCD Espanyol

Athletic Bilbao

2026-05-13 13:00

STANDINGS UP TO 13/05/2026

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

22/12/2025 16:00

Athletic Bilbao

1 - 2

RCD Espanyol

SPA D1

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

RCD Espanyol

33%

Draw

17%

Athletic Bilbao

50%

RCD Espanyol Last 6 matches

09/05/2026 10:20

Sevilla 2 - 1 RCD Espanyol SPA D1

03/05/2026 15:00

RCD Espanyol 0 - 2 Real Madrid SPA D1

27/04/2026 15:00

RCD Espanyol 0 - 0 Levante SPA D1

23/04/2026 14:00

Rayo Vallecano 1 - 0 RCD Espanyol SPA D1

11/04/2026 12:30

FC Barcelona 4 - 1 RCD Espanyol SPA D1

04/04/2026 12:30

Real Betis 0 - 0 RCD Espanyol SPA D1

Win

Draw

33%

Lost

67%

Last 6 matches Athletic Bilbao

10/05/2026 10:15

Athletic Bilbao 0 - 1 Valencia SPA D1

02/05/2026 12:30

Alaves 2 - 4 Athletic Bilbao SPA D1

25/04/2026 15:00

Atletico Madrid 3 - 2 Athletic Bilbao SPA D1

21/04/2026 13:00

Athletic Bilbao 1 - 0 Osasuna SPA D1

12/04/2026 15:00

Athletic Bilbao 1 - 2 Villarreal SPA D1

05/04/2026 08:00

Getafe 2 - 0 Athletic Bilbao SPA D1

Win

33%

Draw

Lost

67%

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

228

Avg. per game

0.78

Conceded

187

Avg. per game

0.64

Scored

208

Avg. per game

0.69

Conceded

193

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 293 matches

YesNo

168 (57%)125 (43%)

In last 293 matches

NoYes

144 (48%)156 (52%)

RCD Espanyol

Recent matches

Athletic Bilbao

Under /Over

(78%)35 10(22%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(76%)34 11(24%)

Under /Over

(33%)15 30(67%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(38%)17 28(62%)

Under /Over

(56%)25 20(44%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(36%)16 29(64%)

/Yes

(58%)26 19(42%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(47%)21 24(53%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

RCD Espanyol

Athletic Bilbao

Shots

RCD Espanyol

Total shots

11.02 avg / game

Blocked

535 total

Avg. 2.96

Athletic Bilbao

Total shots

13.05 avg / game

Blocked

747 total

Avg. 3.47

RCD Espanyol Pass Athletic Bilbao

Total passes

75519

Avg. 370 / game

Accurate

78%

Ball possession

47%

Total passes

102057

Avg. 418 / game

Accurate

79%

Ball possession

49%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

RCD Espanyol

293

Played games

Athletic Bilbao

300

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.33

Clean sheets

104

0.35

4.58

1343

Corners

1674

5.58

9.67

2832

Throw-ins

5210

17.37

1.54

452

Offsides

516

1.72

2.48

728

GK saves

645

2.15

RCD Espanyol

DISCIPLINARY

Athletic Bilbao

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.24

656

557

1.86

0.11

0.09

11.37

3331

Fouls

3511

11.70

10.28

3013

Tackles

3312

11.04

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How We Build the RCD Espanyol vs Athletic Bilbao Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for RCD Espanyol vs Athletic Bilbao on 13 May 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.

RCD Espanyol vs Athletic Bilbao Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess RCD Espanyol's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Athletic Bilbao'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 RCD Espanyol and Athletic Bilbao sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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