La Liga · Friday, 20 November 2026 · 20:00 UK

Athletic vs Espanyol Prediction & Betting Tips

San Mamés · Kick-off 20:00 UK time

Match commentary

Athletic have been the more potent side lately, averaging 2.6 goals a game over their last five, and they should press high and look to control possession at San Mamés. Espanyol have been conceding regularly and will likely sit deeper, trying to hold their shape and hit on the counter.

The key battle is Athletic's attacking width against Espanyol's full-backs, where the home side can stretch the visitors and create the clearer chances. If Espanyol can win the midfield duels and slow the tempo, the game could stay tighter than Athletic's recent scoring suggests.

Our prediction Free

Athletic to winLikely score 2-1

Athletic vs Espanyol standings & form

Team	Pos	Pts	W-D-L	Last 5
Athletic	7th	16	4-4-3	DWWLD
Espanyol	13th	12	3-3-6	DWLLD

Bet tips

Over 2.5 goals1.65
Over 8.5 corners1.80
Over 4.5 cards1.70

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Athletic vs Espanyol: quick facts

What time is Athletic vs Espanyol?

Athletic vs Espanyol kicks off on Friday, 20 November 2026 at 20:00 UK time at San Mamés. It is a La Liga match.

Athletic vs Espanyol standings

Athletic are 7th with 16 points (W4 D4 L3); Espanyol are 13th with 12 points (W3 D3 L6).

Athletic vs Espanyol form

Recent results. Athletic: D 1-1 at Osasuna, W 2-1 vs Real Sociedad, W 4-0 vs Getafe, L 1-3 at Levante, D 0-0 at Valencia. Espanyol: D 0-0 vs Deportivo, W 1-0 at Villarreal, L 1-2 at Santander, L 0-1 vs Atletico Madrid, D 1-1 at Málaga.

Athletic vs Espanyol prediction

Our prediction: Athletic to win · likely score 2-1. Athletic vs Espanyol: Bilbao's in-form hosts take on a struggling Espanyol side at San Mamés Free tips: Over 2.5 goals (1.65); Over 8.5 corners (1.80); Over 4.5 cards (1.70). Our expert's confidence in the pick is 62%. The expert pick unlocks for £1 by card, Apple Pay or Google Pay (the bet tips are free for everyone; the expert pick is always paid).

Updated 12 November 2026 at 04:40 UK.