Athletic vs Rayo Predictions

Athletic vs Rayo is scheduled for kick off on 25 August, at 17:30. The game is set to take place at Estadio de San Mamés, with Juan Martínez Munuera officiating as the referee. This match is bound to be interesting with Athletic currently holding the 10th position in the table 2 points ahead of Rayo. Athletic have won 5 Spanish La Liga matches against Rayo out of the last 6 they have played. After their recent loss to Atlético, Athletic is determined to redeem themselves. Athletic have won 9 of their last 17 Spanish La Liga matches at Estadio de San Mamés. Rayo's away record stands at 3 victories from 16 games. Following a draw in their last match against Real Sociedad in the Spanish La Liga, Rayo is aiming to secure a win against Athletic.

Goal stats

Analysing both teams' stats is key to predicting the most likely score in this highly anticipated matchup. Athletic have scored over 1.5 goals in 73% of their matches this season while losing their clean sheet in 82% of games. Their total stands at 36 goals and 149 shots on target this Spanish La Liga season. Meanwhile, Rayo have scored 33 goals with 156 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 67% of matches but conceded in 70% of games.

In their last 6 head-to-head clashes, Athletic scored 12 goals while Rayo scored 3 goals. Their last match on 28 February 2026 ended in a 1-1 draw.