Atlético Madrid - Athletic Bilbao betting tips and odds

Atlético Madrid might be heading into this game as firm favourites to get a win but they will have their work cut out for them as Athletic Bilbao are known to be highly unpredictable and capable of pulling a surprise when it is least expected.

An away win in this match would be a huge surprise and an equally big achievement for Team from Bilbao who could consider themselves fortunate if they run away with a point in the bag.

Not many punters were surprised when Atletico Madrid won the previous round 0:1. They may have been the visitors, but most predictions and bookies saw them as the stronger team. While they failed to gain a convincing advantage in the first half, the second half decidedly went their way.

Athletic Bilbao are coming on the back of a 1:2 victory against Valencia in the last round. Such an outcome puts their current form in a good light given that they were fighting an uphill battle as underdog visitors.

The hosts will be looking to improve the unexciting impression they left in recent away games. The past two went by with barely any goals to speak of in terms of both goals scored and goals conceded.

Team from Bilbao don’t seem to have any issues in the goal-scoring department. Their most recent records show they’ve score more than 5 goals over the last 3 matches, so they’re on a bit of a positive trend already.

Atletico are doing quite well so far with a strong 4th position on the table, which guarantees Champions League football. There’s still plenty of time left until the end of the season – plenty of chances for them to move up to first or lose their current spot. Either way, they’ll be highly motivated this Sunday.

One of the main reasons the bookies are pricing a home win at 2.15 is the previous clash between these two teams. Earlier in the season, Atletico won as visitors. To be fair, though, it was a relatively narrow victory.

This Sunday, both teams will be at full strength and able to give it their all.

If you’re feeling confident, a Draw/Home wager in the Half Time/Full Time market is the way to go. It’s a fairly risky move, but likely the best way to get some value out of the match this Sunday.