Expert Analysis: Athletic Bilbao vs Real Madrid
Athletic Bilbao and Real Madrid are set to face off in a highly anticipated match on December 3, 2025. This encounter promises to be a tactical battle, with both teams having distinct styles and strengths. Athletic Bilbao is known for their solid defensive setup and counter-attacking prowess, while Real Madrid boasts a formidable attacking lineup capable of breaking down defenses.
Athletic Bilbao
Real Madrid
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Predictions:
| Market | Prediction | Odd | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Both Teams Not To Score In 1st Half | 94.70% | (0-3) 0-2 1H 1.20 | |
| Both Teams Not To Score In 2nd Half | 71.80% | (0-3) 0-1 2H 1.33 | |
| Under 5.5 Cards | 66.70% | (0-3) 2 cards 1.48 | |
| Over 0.5 Goals HT | 58.40% | (0-3) 0-2 1H 1.40 | |
| Over 1.5 Goals | 57.00% | (0-3) 1.30 | |
| Away Team To Score In 1st Half | 55.50% | ||
| Home Team Not To Score In 1st Half | 54.30% | (0-3) | |
| Home Team To Score In 2nd Half | 57.10% | (0-3) | |
| Away Team To Score In 2nd Half | 65.60% | (0-3) | |
| Avg. Total Goals | 3.96% | (0-3) | |
| Yellow Cards | 2.53% | (0-3) | |
| Avg. Goals Scored | 2.91% | (0-3) | |
| Avg. Conceded Goals | 1.95% | (0-3) | |
| Red Cards | 0.57% | (0-3) | |
| Under 2.5 Goals | 52.30% | (0-3) 1.95 | |
| Under 4.5 Cards | 56.00% | (0-3) 2 cards 1.95 | |
| First Goal 30+ Minutes | 53.40% | (0-3) | |
| Both Teams To Score | 52.30% | (0-3) 1.83 |
The odds suggest a cautious approach from both teams, especially in the first half, with “Both Teams Not To Score In 1st Half” being favored at 93.70. This indicates that we might see a tightly contested first half with minimal goals. However, the likelihood of goals increases significantly in the second half, as indicated by the “Over 0.5 Goals HT” at 58.80 and “Over 1.5 Goals” at 58.30.
Betting Insights
Scoring Predictions
- Both Teams Not To Score In 1st Half: 93.70 – A defensive start is likely.
- Away Team To Score In 1st Half: 58.70 – Real Madrid may break the deadlock early.
- Home Team Not To Score In 1st Half: 55.90 – Athletic Bilbao could remain defensively resilient initially.
- Home Team To Score In 2nd Half: 55.80 – Athletic Bilbao might find opportunities to score later.
- Away Team To Score In 2nd Half: 61.50 – Real Madrid could capitalize on second-half momentum.
- Avg. Total Goals: 3.06 – Expect an engaging match with several goals.
- Under/Over Goals:
- Under 2.5 Goals: 51.50
- Over 1.5 Goals: 58.30
- First Goal After 30+ Minutes: 56.30
Cards and Discipline
- Total Cards:
- Avg Yellow Cards: 2.53 – A few cautions expected throughout the match.
- Avg Red Cards::1.37 – Potential for a red card given the competitive nature of the game.
- Away Team Not To Score In Both Halves:
Prediction Summary
The match is likely to be a balanced contest with both teams displaying caution initially but opening up as the game progresses into the second half where more goals are anticipated based on average predictions (Avg Total Goals: 3.06). Discipline will play a key role, as indicated by the card statistics suggesting some bookings (Avg Yellow Cards:2.53) and potential for dismissals (Avg Red Cards:1.37).
The strategic approaches from both coaches will be crucial in determining whether this becomes an attacking spectacle or remains a tightly contested affair with few goals scored early on but potentially more in the latter stages of the match.