Athletic Bilbao - Osasuna predictions

We don’t expect Athletic Bilbao to have any issues beating Osasuna. The hosts are largely favoured by all the top bookmakers online and 1.53 might actually be a good-value bet to consider. The visitors are not to be underestimated but on this particular instance the home side are seen as clear winners.

Osasuna are massive underdogs and will be extremely lucky to avoid complete annihilation at the hands of Athletic Bilbao.

The victory Athletic recorded last round was expected, but few tipsters saw their dominating performance coming. Despite playing away, they started strong and were already leading by halftime, eventually locking down a 0:2 victory and a great boost to the team’s confidence.

The away team’s home supporters were in for a painful show in the previous round, with Osasuna facing Real Betis on their home turf. Much like most predictions and bookies expected, their defences quickly crumbled and they were already behind at the 45-minute mark. This goal difference only increased with time, ultimately ending in a 0:2 loss.

Given 7 goals conceded in their own net over the past 3 matches, Osasuna's defensive line is much to be desired.

The Lions were soundly defeated by Osasuna last season, and the 2+ goal difference was nothing to scoff at. However, they’re seen as the favourites this time around, so the balance of power has changed quite a bit.

Before going for any betting predictions, we need to make note of the overall high number of prior injuries. Both sides have been hit: Yuri, Oihan Sancet, Gorka Guruzeta, Ruiz de Galarreta for the hosts, and David García, Aimar Oroz, Unai García, Moi Gómez, Ante Budimir for the visitors. Needless to say, this may impact the teams’ performance.

To balance out this match, we suggest taking a -1.5 Asian Handicap on the obvious favourites in this game. This should increase your returns substantially while still keeping things relatively risk-free.