Sevilla vs Ath Bilbao Prediction & Betting Tips (24 January)

Suffice to say that Sevilla FC is starting the year well. The Sevillian club will host the San Mamés Lions today, following a crazy series of three successive defeats in La Liga. A series which started against Real Madrid 2-1 and which continued at home with the receptions of Levante 0-3 and Celta Vigo during the previous day 0-1. We can also add the elimination of the Copa del Rey in the round of 16 against Alaves 1-0. In the ranking, the Andalusians are 16th. Unlike last season, Athletic Bilbao does not live up to its standing.

Only 9th in La Liga, the Basque club already has a disbursement of 17 points in the race for the Champions League and 8 points in the top 6. To make matters worse, Ernesto Valverde's men will have played in the Champions League during the week, in Italy against Atalanta Bergamo to follow. Last weekend, in the championship, Athletic Club continued its fourth match without success, losing to Mallorca 3-2. Before that, the Lions did not roar against Osasuna 1-1, nor even against Espanyol Barcelona lost 1-2 and in Galicia against Celta Vigo 2-0. Worse still, they were slapped in the semi-final of the Spanish Super Cup against FC Barcelona, ​​losing 5-0. 

The historical dynamic between these two clubs adds another layer of intrigue. Their meetings over the past year have produced tight, tactical battles, including a 1‑1 draw in a previous encounter and a dramatic 3‑2 win for Athletic Bilbao at San Mamés, where Robert Navarro delivered a late winner in a five‑goal thrillerfcinsider.com. Sevilla’s defensive vulnerabilities have been exposed repeatedly in recent months, while Bilbao’s resilience has allowed them to stay competitive even in matches where they are not at their best. Still, Sevilla’s home ground has traditionally been a difficult venue for visiting teams, and despite their struggles, they often find a way to elevate their intensity in front of their supporters. This combination of contrasting momentum and historical balance sets the stage for a matchup that could hinge on fine margins.

Looking ahead to the contest, both sides will be aware of the stakes, though their motivations differ. Sevilla desperately need stability and points to avoid slipping deeper into trouble, while Athletic Bilbao aim to maintain their push for European qualification. Given Sevilla’s recent scoring difficulties and Bilbao’s structured defensive approach, this match has the potential to become a cagey affair with long spells of tactical caution. With all factors considered, the prediction leans toward a low‑scoring outcome, and the selected correct score for this preview is 0‑0.