Our Predictions
Bilbao are strong at home, unbeaten in their last five at San Mamés, while Oviedo have lost four of five away games. The odds (1.44) show Bilbao are clear favorites with better squad form and motivation.
Oviedo struggle to score on the road, with only two goals in their last five away games. Bilbao’s defense has also been reliable at home. The odds (1.57) highlight bookmakers expect at least one side not to score.
Recent H2H games have been low scoring (1-0, 1-1, 0-1, 2-2, 0-0). With both teams not particularly high scorers, under 2.5 goals (1.73) is a smart pick.
Accumulator odds
Welcome to Extratips: Athletic Bilbao vs Real Oviedo – La Liga Showdown Preview
Get ready for a big clash as Athletic Bilbao hosts Real Oviedo at San Mamés on November 9th, 2025 at 13:00. The stakes are high as both teams battle for key La Liga points. Bilbao comes in as the clear favorite, with bookmakers giving them strong odds to win (1.44), while a draw sits at 3.90, and Oviedo is the long shot at 8.50. This tells us Bilbao is not just the home team but also expected to control much of the play.
Standings Update: Athletic Bilbao currently sits 7th with 18 points, aiming for a spot in Europe, while Real Oviedo is 16th on 8 points, fighting to keep out of the relegation zone. Motivation runs high for both clubs but for different reasons—Bilbao wants the top, Oviedo wants survival.
Recent Head-to-Head: These two have faced off six times since 2021: Bilbao won 2, Oviedo won 1, and there have been 3 draws. Last five direct games: 2-2 (Friendly), 1-0 Bilbao (Copa del Rey), 0-1 Bilbao (Copa del Rey), 1-1, 0-0.
Recent Form: Bilbao’s last home games: 3 wins, 2 draws. Oviedo’s last away games: 1 win, 4 losses. Bilbao's strength at home is clear. Oviedo has struggled on the road, scoring just 2 goals in 5 matches.
Team Strengths & Weaknesses:
- Bilbao strengths: Solid home defense, creative midfield, experience in big games. Weaknesses: finishing under pressure, occasional lapses against underdogs, reliance on Iñaki Williams.
- Oviedo strengths: Quick counter-attacks, goalie saves, set-piece threats. Weaknesses: away form, defending crosses, lack of composure late in games.
Key players: Iñaki Williams (Bilbao, 1 goal in 9 matches), Josip Brekalo (Oviedo, leads team in cards and duels).
Angles to Watch:
- Can underdog Oviedo hold off Bilbao’s attack?
- Will home support push Athletic to an early goal?
- Can Oviedo’s defense hold firm for a draw?
Betting Outlook: All signs point to a solid Bilbao win, few goals from Oviedo, and a strong chance of a low-scoring match.