Valencia vs Athletic Predictions

Valencia vs Athletic is scheduled for kick off on 18 May, at 18:00. The game is set to take place at Estadio de Mestalla, with Alejandro Muñiz Ruiz officiating as the referee. This match is bound to be interesting with Valencia currently holding the 12th position in the table 24 points behind Athletic. Valencia have lost 2 Spanish La Liga matches to Athletic out of the last 4 they have played. After their recent draw with Betis, Valencia aims to claim a win. Valencia have won 9 of their last 19 Spanish La Liga matches at Estadio de Mestalla. Athletic's away record stands at 8 victories from 19 games. Following their 3-0 loss to Barcelona, Athletic is determined to bounce back with a win against Valencia.

Goal stats

Analysing both teams' stats is key to predicting the most likely score in this highly anticipated matchup. Valencia have scored over 1.5 goals in 74% of their matches this season while losing their clean sheet in 79% of games. Their total stands at 44 goals and 125 shots on target this Spanish La Liga season. Meanwhile, Athletic have scored 54 goals with 154 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 63% of matches but conceded in 61% of games.

In their last 4 head-to-head clashes, Valencia scored 3 goals while Athletic scored 4 goals. Their last match on 18 May 2025 ended in 1-0 to Athletic.