Our Predictions
Bilbao’s impressive home form (13 wins) and solid attack (46 goals) give them the edge. Odds favor a home win and both teams scoring, typical of Bilbao’s attacking style and Alaves’ recent struggles away from home.
Given their past 1-1 head-to-head and Bilbao’s slight dip in form, a draw with goals from both sides is not out of the question, especially with over 2.5 goals; this is betting on a high-scoring, closely fought contest.
Alaves is capable of an upset given Bilbao’s recent form dip, and their away matches tend to have goals. The odds reflect the slim chance but potential for an away goal extravaganza.
Welcome to Extratips, where today we dive into a tantalizing La Liga clash: Athletic Bilbao hosts Alaves on May 11th at 16:30 in Spain. Athletic Bilbao, sitting pretty in 4th place with 61 points and a solid recent form (DWLWD), looks to extend their streak at San Mames. They’ve been consistent at home, with 13 wins from 17 matches — a fortress worth respecting. Alaves, on the other hand, are hanging in 17th spot with 32 points and recent struggles (WLDLW), especially on the road, where they've only managed 2 wins. The head-to-head? Last encounter ended 1-1, and their previous five matches show a strong home dominance for Bilbao. The odds suggest a close call: bet365 gives home a 1.85, away a 5.00, and draw at 3.10 — so a victory for Bilbao seems most plausible. Their recent performances highlight Bilbao’s strong attack (46 goals) and solid defense, while Alaves have had trouble scoring away (only 12 goals in last 5 games). Key factors include Bilbao’s home advantage and Alaves’ inconsistent form on the road. A compelling storyline? Can Bilbao’s attack overpower Alaves’ stubborn defense? Or will Alaves look to spoil Bilbao’s ambitions? Expect a tight game with Bilbao edging it. Predictions? I see a home win with both teams scoring, over 2.5 goals, and a close draw as possible outcomes, all aligned with the odds and recent form. Stay tuned — this should be a proper nail-biter!