Welcome to Extratips, where we dive into the upcoming clash between Athletic Bilbao and Girona, kicking off on September 23rd at 17:00 in Spain's La Liga. Bilbao, sitting pretty at second with 9 points, have been solid at home, with 2 wins in 2 matches and a decent goal tally. Girona, not far behind in third, also boast 9 points but have struggled slightly away, with 1 win in 3 outings. The odds lean heavily in Bilbao’s favor, with Bet365 favoring a home win at 1.40, and a draw at 4.00, while Girona's away win is a hefty 7.50. Recent head-to-head shows Bilbao dominated the last fixture 3-0, signaling a confident home side. Bilbao’s recent form is W L W W W, showing resilience, though their defense can be shaky at times. Girona have lost their last trip to Bilbao but are resilient, with recent wins on the road. Key factors include Bilbao’s home advantage and Girona’s away struggles. Expect a gritty battle, possibly a tight, tactical contest. Key storyline? Can Girona upset the locals? Or will Bilbao’s fortress stand tall? Here are some predictions: Bilbao to win with both teams scoring, under 2.5 goals, or a narrow 1-0 home victory. Stay tuned for our detailed predictions below!