Athletic Club host Barcelona at the San Mamés Stadium in Bilbao today, Sunday, May 25th, 2025. The La Liga match is scheduled to kick off at 12:30 AM IST on Monday, May 26th (8:00 PM BST, May 25th). This is the final matchday of the La Liga season. Barcelona has already been crowned league champions, and Athletic Club has secured a spot in the UEFA Champions League for next season, so the match is for pride and to end the season on a high note.
Athletic Club vs Barcelona Form (Last 5 La Liga Matches)
Athletic Club: W-W-D-W-L (Overall: 3 Wins, 1 Draw, 1 Loss)
Barcelona: W-L-W-W-L (Overall: 3 Wins, 0 Draws, 2 Losses)
Athletic Club vs Barcelona Head-to-Head (Last 5 Meetings)
- Jan 8, 2025: Athletic Club 0 – 2 Barcelona (Supercopa de España Semi-Finals)
- Aug 24, 2024: Barcelona 2 – 1 Athletic Club (La Liga)
- Mar 3, 2024: Athletic Club 0 – 0 Barcelona (La Liga)
- Jan 24, 2024: Athletic Club 4 – 2 Barcelona (Copa del Rey Quarter-Finals – AET)
- Oct 22, 2023: Barcelona 1 – 0 Athletic Club (La Liga)
In their last 243 historical encounters across all competitions, Barcelona has won 123, Athletic Club has won 80, and there have been 40 draws. While Barcelona generally dominates this fixture in the league, Athletic Club has had recent success against them in cup competitions.
Athletic Club vs Barcelona Team News
Athletic Club: Athletic Club could be without Yeray Alvarez and Nico Williams, both facing late fitness assessments. However, both Iñaki Williams and Nico Williams have been spotted training and are available for selection. Oihan Sancet has been a key attacking force this season.
Barcelona: Barcelona has several players sidelined, including Marc Bernal, Jules Kounde, and Ferran Torres, all due to injury. Ronald Araujo is also unlikely to feature. However, Frenkie de Jong is expected to return to midfield, and Alejandro Balde could start at left-back.
Athletic Club vs Barcelona Predicted Lineups
Athletic Club Predicted Lineup (4-2-3-1): Simón; Lekue, Vivian, Paredes, Berchiche; Ruiz de Galarreta, Prados; Berenguer, Sancet, Iñaki Williams; Guruzeta.
Barcelona Predicted Lineup (4-2-3-1): Ter Stegen; García, Cubarsí, Martínez, Balde; de Jong, Pedri; Yamal, Olmo, Raphinha; Lewandowski.
Athletic Club vs Barcelona Match Facts
- Barcelona has already secured the La Liga title for the 2024/25 season.
- Athletic Club has secured fourth place in La Liga, guaranteeing them UEFA Champions League football next season.
- Athletic Club has kept clean sheets in 8 of their last 10 La Liga matches.
- Barcelona is undefeated in their last 15 matches against Athletic Club in all competitions.
- Athletic Club has been very strong at home, having not lost in 26 of their last 28 La Liga matches at San Mamés.
- Barcelona has scored at least two goals in their last four league matches.
Athletic Club vs Barcelona Score Prediction
With both teams having achieved their primary season objectives, this match is largely about pride. Athletic Club will want to finish their impressive season strong at home, and their defensive record at San Mamés is formidable. Barcelona, as champions, will also aim for a victory to cap off their successful campaign. Given the attacking talent on both sides and Barcelona’s overall dominance in league encounters, a narrow victory for the champions is a likely outcome in what could be an entertaining match. Prediction: Athletic Club 1-2 Barcelona.
Where to Watch Athletic Club vs Barcelona
The match kicks off at 12:30 AM IST on Monday, May 26th, 2025. Here’s how you might be able to watch in some regions:
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- In India, the La Liga match will be live-streamed on the FanCode app and website. There will be no live broadcast on TV in India.
- In the United States, you can watch the match on ESPN+, fuboTV, DirecTV Stream, and ESPN Deportes.
- In the United Kingdom, the match is available on Premier Sports and LaLiga TV.
- In Canada, the match can be streamed on DAZN.
- In Spain, the match will be broadcast on Movistar LaLiga, Movistar LaLiga 2, M+ LaLiga TV UHD, and the Movistar+ App.
- Check your local listings for other broadcasters in your region.
Looking for Free Ways to Watch?
For viewers seeking free live stream options, it’s advisable to check if any streaming services offer free trials that include access to channels broadcasting La Liga matches. Always ensure you are using legal and reliable sources for streaming to avoid any issues and to enjoy the highest quality viewing experience.
