Valencia vs Athletic Bilbao: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 18 May

Valencia

D W W L L

12th place in Spanish La Liga

0-1

18/05/2025 13:00

Athletic Bilbao

W D W W W

4th place in Spanish La Liga

Spanish La Liga

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Valencia vs Athletic Bilbao on 18 May 2025 (kick-off: 13:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Valencia vs Athletic Bilbao preview before placing your bet.

Valencia are currently 12th with 46 points after 38 matches.
Athletic Bilbao sit 4th with 70 points from 38 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Athletic Bilbao to win with probability 39%.
Head-to-head history favors Athletic Bilbao, who have won 4 of the last 6 meetings. Valencia 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

Probability %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

13:00

2025-05-18

Valencia vs Athletic Bilbao - Prediction & Odds

Valencia

Athletic Bilbao

2025-05-18 13:00

STANDINGS UP TO 18/05/2025

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

28/08/2024 13:00

Athletic Bilbao

1 - 0

Valencia

SPA D1

20/01/2024 13:30

Valencia

1 - 0

Athletic Bilbao

SPA D1

29/10/2023 13:30

Athletic Bilbao

2 - 2

Valencia

SPA D1

11/02/2023 16:00

Valencia

1 - 2

Athletic Bilbao

SPA D1

26/01/2023 15:00

Valencia

1 - 3

Athletic Bilbao

SPA CUP

21/08/2022 11:30

Athletic Bilbao

1 - 0

Valencia

SPA D1

Valencia

17%

Draw

17%

Athletic Bilbao

67%

Valencia Last 6 matches

10/05/2025 08:00

Valencia 3 - 0 Getafe SPA D1

03/05/2025 12:30

Las Palmas 2 - 3 Valencia SPA D1

22/04/2025 13:00

Valencia 1 - 1 RCD Espanyol SPA D1

19/04/2025 08:00

Rayo Vallecano 1 - 1 Valencia SPA D1

11/04/2025 15:00

Valencia 1 - 0 Sevilla SPA D1

05/04/2025 10:15

Real Madrid 1 - 2 Valencia SPA D1

Win

67%

Draw

33%

Lost

Last 6 matches Athletic Bilbao

08/05/2025 15:00

Manchester United 4 - 1 Athletic Bilbao UEFA EL

04/05/2025 15:00

Real Sociedad 0 - 0 Athletic Bilbao SPA D1

01/05/2025 15:00

Athletic Bilbao 0 - 3 Manchester United UEFA EL

23/04/2025 13:00

Athletic Bilbao 1 - 0 Las Palmas SPA D1

20/04/2025 15:00

Real Madrid 1 - 0 Athletic Bilbao SPA D1

17/04/2025 15:00

Athletic Bilbao 2 - 0 Glasgow Rangers UEFA EL

Win

33%

Draw

17%

Lost

50%

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

219

Avg. per game

0.74

Conceded

211

Avg. per game

0.71

Scored

210

Avg. per game

0.70

Conceded

193

Avg. per game

0.64

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

6 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 297 matches

YesNo

158 (53%)139 (47%)

In last 297 matches

NoYes

145 (48%)155 (52%)

Valencia

Recent matches

Athletic Bilbao

Under /Over

(84%)38 7(16%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(78%)35 10(22%)

Under /Over

(20%)9 36(80%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(38%)17 28(62%)

Under /Over

(51%)23 22(49%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(38%)17 28(62%)

/Yes

(58%)26 19(42%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(47%)21 24(53%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Valencia

Athletic Bilbao

Shots

Valencia

Total shots

10.85 avg / game

Blocked

621 total

Avg. 2.85

Athletic Bilbao

Total shots

13.07 avg / game

Blocked

746 total

Avg. 3.49

Valencia Pass Athletic Bilbao

Total passes

93422

Avg. 393 / game

Accurate

78%

Ball possession

48%

Total passes

101749

Avg. 419 / game

Accurate

79%

Ball possession

50%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Valencia

297

Played games

Athletic Bilbao

300

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.28

Clean sheets

104

0.35

4.52

1341

Corners

1671

5.57

16.18

4806

Throw-ins

5184

17.28

1.68

500

Offsides

515

1.72

2.39

709

GK saves

642

2.14

Valencia

DISCIPLINARY

Athletic Bilbao

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.09

622

556

1.85

0.11

0.09

11.58

3440

Fouls

3498

11.66

11.71

3478

Tackles

3299

11.00

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How We Build the Valencia vs Athletic Bilbao Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Valencia vs Athletic Bilbao on 18 May 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.

Valencia vs Athletic Bilbao Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Valencia'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 Valencia and Athletic Bilbao 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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