Real Madrid welcome Athletic Club to the Santiago Bernabéu in a high-stakes La Liga clash on Saturday, April 19, 2025. With Madrid chasing the title and Bilbao battling for a European berth, this encounter promises fireworks under the Madrid lights.
📅 Match Details
| Match | Real Madrid vs Athletic Club |
|---|---|
| Date | Saturday, April 19, 2025 |
| Time | 9:00 PM CEST / 8:00 PM BST / 3:00 PM ET |
| Venue | Santiago Bernabéu, Madrid |
| Competition | La Liga 2024/25 – Matchweek 31 |
🔁 Head-to-Head Record
| Total Meetings | Real Madrid Wins | Athletic Club Wins | Draws | Last Meeting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60 | 38 | 10 | 12 | Athletic Club 0–2 Real Madrid (Jan 2025) |
- Madrid have won the last four encounters.
- Athletic Club’s last win at the Bernabéu came in 2005.
📊 Team Form and Standings
| Team | League Position | Last 5 Matches | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| Real Madrid | 1st | W-W-W-D-W | 75 |
| Athletic Club | 5th | W-L-W-D-L | 55 |
- Madrid remain unbeaten in 2025 and are closing in on the title.
- Athletic are in a Europa League spot, but face pressure from Real Betis and Valencia.
🌟 Key Players to Watch
Real Madrid:
- Jude Bellingham – The heartbeat of the midfield and a consistent match-winner.
- Vinícius Jr. – Explosive winger capable of breaking down any defense.
Athletic Club:
- Nico Williams – Key outlet on the wing with speed and dribbling flair.
- Iñaki Williams – Veteran striker whose physicality can trouble any backline.
⚽ Tactical Preview
| Team | Formation | Style of Play | Strengths | Weaknesses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Real Madrid | 4-3-1-2 | Possession, high pressing | Creative midfield, clinical finishing | Vulnerable to wide counterattacks |
| Athletic Club | 4-2-3-1 | Compact, counter-attacking | Speed in transition, disciplined shape | Struggles against high press |
- Madrid will control the tempo and look to exploit spaces between the lines.
- Athletic will focus on pressing in midfield and hitting quickly on the break.
🔮 Predictions
| Category | Prediction |
|---|---|
| Full-Time Score | Real Madrid 3–1 Athletic Club |
| Key Stat | Real Madrid average 2.4 goals/game at home |
| Possession | Real Madrid 62% – 38% Athletic Club |
| Shots on Target | Real Madrid 7 – 3 Athletic Club |
- Madrid’s attacking trio and midfield dominance may prove decisive at home.
📺 How to Watch Real Madrid vs Athletic Club Live
- Spain: DAZN LaLiga
- UK: Viaplay Sports
- USA: ESPN+
- Canada: TSN+
- India: Sports18 / JioCinema
- Australia: Optus Sport
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