Athletic vs Villarreal Predictions

Athletic vs Villarreal is scheduled for kick off on 12 April, at 19:00. The game is set to take place at Estadio de San Mamés, with José Luis Guzmán Mansilla officiating as the referee. This match is bound to be interesting with Athletic currently holding the 12th position in the table 27 points behind Villarreal. Athletic have won 2 Spanish La Liga matches against Villarreal out of the last 6 they have played. After their recent loss to Real Madrid, Athletic is determined to redeem themselves. Athletic have won 9 of their last 19 Spanish La Liga matches at Estadio de San Mamés. Villarreal's away record stands at 7 victories from 19 games. Following their 5-1 triumph over Atlético, Villarreal have boosted their morale as they seek to beat Athletic on their home ground.

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 74% of their matches this season while losing their clean sheet in 84% of games. Their total stands at 43 goals and 172 shots on target this Spanish La Liga season. Meanwhile, Villarreal have scored 72 goals with 172 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 92% of matches but conceded in 79% of games.

In their last 6 head-to-head clashes, Athletic scored 7 goals while Villarreal scored 6 goals. Their last match on 12 April 2026 ended in 2-1 to Villarreal.