Espanyol vs Athletic Club Prediction, Betting Pick, Latest La Liga Odds - Wednesday, May 13th
In a crucial LaLiga encounter, Espanyol host Athletic Club at their home ground on Tuesday, 13th May 2026, with kick-off scheduled for 18:00 BST. The hosts find themselves battling at the wrong end of the table, currently sitting 14th, precariously close to the relegation zone. Their visitors, Athletic Club, are pushing for a European spot from their 9th place position, making this a pivotal clash for both sides.
OC Staff - May 13, 2026, 9:30 AM EDT
3 Minute ReadEspanyol vs Athletic Club: Lineups, Team News and Prediction
In a crucial LaLiga encounter, Espanyol host Athletic Club at their home ground on Tuesday, 13th May 2026, with kick-off scheduled for 18:00 BST. The hosts find themselves battling at the wrong end of the table, currently sitting 14th, precariously close to the relegation zone. Their visitors, Athletic Club, are pushing for a European spot from their 9th place position, making this a pivotal clash for both sides.
Espanyol vs Athletic Club Form
Espanyol’s recent form paints a bleak picture, as they come into this match on a shocking run of results. Their last outing saw them fall to a 2-1 defeat away to Sevilla. This loss is indicative of a longer struggle, with the Periquitos having failed to win any of their last six LaLiga matches, recording two draws and four losses. This extends to a concerning statistic that Espanyol have failed to win their last 18 matches in the league, highlighting their struggle for consistency and points.
Athletic Club's recent performances have been a mixed bag. Their last match saw them narrowly lose 0-1 at home to Valencia. Looking back at their last six league fixtures, the Basque side have managed two wins and suffered four defeats. This inconsistent run includes a notable 4-2 victory away at Deportivo Alaves and a 1-0 home win against Osasuna, interspersed with losses to Getafe, Atletico, and Villarreal.
Espanyol vs Athletic Club Head to Head
The most recent encounter between these two teams took place in December 2025, where Espanyol secured a surprising 2-1 victory away from home against Athletic Club.
Despite that recent success for the Periquitos, the overall head-to-head record over the last six meetings slightly favours Athletic Club, who have won three of those encounters. Espanyol have claimed two victories, with the remaining match ending in a draw. Interestingly, Espanyol boast an impressive home record against Athletic Club, remaining undefeated in 24 of their last 26 home matches against them across all competitions. Furthermore, a recurring theme in these home fixtures is a low-scoring affair, with under 2.5 goals being scored in six of their last seven home matches against Athletic Club.
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Espanyol vs. Athletic Club Odds
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Espanyol vs Athletic Club Probable Lineups
Espanyol (4-2-3-1):
- GK: M. Dmitrovic
- DL: C. Romero
- DC: L. Cabrera
- DC: C. Riedel
- DR: O. E. Hilali
- DM: P. Lozano
- DM: U. G. d. Zárate
- AML: P. Milla
- AMC: E. Expósito
- AMR: R. Sánchez
- FC: K. García
Athletic Club (4-2-3-1):
- GK: U. Simón
- DL: A. Boiro
- DC: A. Paredes
- DC: D. Vivian
- DR: J. Areso
- DM: M. Jauregizar
- DM: Í. R. d. Galarreta
- AML: A. Berenguer
- AMC: U. Gómez
- AMR: I. Williams
- FC: G. Guruzeta
Espanyol vs Athletic Club Team News
Espanyol will be without key attacker Javi Puado, who remains sidelined with an injury and is not expected to feature again this season. They also face suspensions for Fernando Calero and Tyrhys Dolan. Adding to their woes, Cyril Ngonge is currently listed as doubtful, which could further limit their attacking options.
Athletic Club's injury list appears less severe, with no confirmed absentees. However, they do have several players listed as doubtful, including Benat Prados, Nico Williams, Aymeric Laporte, and Oihan Sancet. The potential absence of these players, particularly in midfield and defence, could impact the balance of their squad.
Espanyol vs Athletic Club Match Facts
- Espanyol have failed to win their last 18 matches in LaLiga.
- Espanyol are undefeated in 24 of their last 26 home matches against Athletic Club in all competitions.
- Espanyol have seen under 2.5 goals in 6 of their last 7 home matches against Athletic Club in all competitions.
Prediction: Espanyol 1-1 Athletic Club
Espanyol are in a dire run of form, failing to secure a victory in their last 18 league games, a statistic that sees them teetering on the edge of the relegation battle. Despite this, their home record against Athletic Club is remarkably strong, having lost only once to them on home turf since 2015. The Periquitos' strengths lie in attacking set pieces and creating scoring chances, but they are hampered by significant weaknesses in finishing, retaining possession, and defending against various attacking scenarios.
Athletic Club, while inconsistent recently, have demonstrated an ability to create scoring opportunities and are strong in defending set pieces and protecting a lead. However, they share a weakness with Espanyol in finishing chances and can also struggle with possession. Their playing style often sees them controlling the game in the opposition's half and taking many shots, particularly attacking down the left flank. Given Espanyol's resilience at home against Athletic Club and both teams' struggles with converting chances and maintaining consistency, a tight affair is expected. The data suggests a hard-fought draw.
Best Bet: Under 2.5 Goals Click here to get the best odds at DraftKings Sportsbook
Considering the prediction of a 1-1 draw and the historical fact that Espanyol's home matches against Athletic Club frequently feature fewer than 2.5 goals (6 of their last 7 in all competitions), backing Under 2.5 Goals seems a solid betting angle.
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