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Sevilla v Athletic Bilbao Betting Tips [18 May 2019]
The match
It is a royal clash for the European spots as Sevilla (sixth, 56 points) take on Athletic Bilbao (seventh, 53 points) in the race for the Europa League group stage spot. In fact, Sevilla have a chance to finish fourth, but they need a couple of results to go their way. On the other hand, Athletic would leapfrog Sevilla into sixth with a win, but could drop to eighth if they lose the match. Sevilla would be disappointed to finish out of the top-six in a season that has started on a high note. They looked certain to finish in the Champions League qualification spots, but with just four points in five games they have let their chances slip. A shock 3-0 defeat to Leganes in their last home game was a big blow, as is the absence of Ever Banega, their midfield general dished out with a four-game ban. Athletic have a balancing act to do, considering they can book Europa League qualifying action with a point. Going for a win comes with the risk of losing the match and losing the spot to bitter local rivals Real Sociedad.
Key Statistics
- There has been a clean sheet on one side in eight of Sevilla’s last ten La Liga games.
- Seven of the last ten H2H La Liga matches have seen under 2.5 goals.
- The last 14 H2H matches between these sides in La Liga has not been lost by the home side on the day.
The bet of our experts
Athletic Bilbao will fancy their chances of coming out of this trip to Sevilla with something. The hosts have been on a downward spiral and are feeling the absence of Banega. Depending on how things pan out in other games, a draw could suit both the teams helping them stay in Europe. Backing Athletic on a double chance could be worth the gamble, as is backing a draw should you feel a bit more adventurous.
Created on 16/05/2019 at 09:05
All tips are fully researched and given in good faith, but profits cannot be guaranteed.