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Athletic Club vs Girona prediction 2024-02-19
Athletic Bilbao and Girona face each other at Estadio San Mames in the closing match of the La Liga round 25. The Basques failed to impress in a goalless draw with Girona, but it has to be noted that they managed to keep their third consecutive clean sheet in the national championship. Nico Williams remains in the recovery room, but Inaki’s brother should be the only absentee in the home team.
The Catalans, on the other hand, failed to spoil Real Madrid’s party at Estadio Santiago Bernabeu. It seems as if the time has come for Michel Sanchez’s troops to start losing some points in the 2023/2024 season and, taking everything into account, we believe that there is a big value in betting on the home side. Both Daley Blind and Yangel Herrera are back from suspension, speaking of the visiting team. Yan Couto, though, serves a one-game ban due to the accumulation of yellow cards.
Prediction: 2-0 (Athletic Bilbao)
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Statistic
Athletic
Athletic have a 5-match unbeaten streak in two tournaments. The Basques do not play in European cups, but reached the semifinals of the Spanish Cup, and very likely to make it to the final, at least the first semifinal, and the guest, the Basques won against Atletico with a score of 1:0. In the Spanish La Liga standings, Athletic are in fifth place, five points behind Atletico, located in the Champions League zone. The Basques' home statistics are third in the division, +9=2-1, 31:12 goal difference
Girona
In the infirmary of the Catalans: Villa, Koutou, Lopez, Roca and Hastin. After a minimal away win over Celta, the Catalans lost in Madrid to Real Madrid 0:4 and drew 0:0 with Real Sociedad. Before the start of our match "Girona" is in second place with 56 points, which is six points less than the leading Real Madrid. Girona's away statistics are second in the division, +8=3-1, 22:15 goal difference
Individual statistics
Girona did not score in two extreme games.
"Athletic" has not lost in five extreme meetings.
In the last 4 games between the Basques and the Catalans, both teams scored
| Team | Games | Win. | Draws | Lost | Goals | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FC Barcelona | 13 | 11 | 0 | 2 | 40:12 | 33 |
| Real Madrid | 12 | 8 | 3 | 1 | 25:11 | 27 |
| Atlético Madrid | 13 | 7 | 5 | 1 | 19:7 | 26 |
| Villarreal | 12 | 7 | 3 | 2 | 23:19 | 24 |
| Osasuna | 13 | 6 | 3 | 4 | 17:20 | 21 |
| Real Betis | 13 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 14:12 | 20 |
| Athletic Club | 13 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 19:13 | 20 |
| Mallorca | 13 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 10:10 | 18 |
| Real Sociedad | 13 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 11:10 | 18 |
| Girona | 13 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 16:17 | 18 |
| Celta de Vigo | 13 | 5 | 2 | 6 | 20:22 | 17 |
| Rayo Vallecano | 12 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 13:13 | 16 |
| Sevilla | 13 | 4 | 3 | 6 | 12:18 | 15 |
| Leganés | 13 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 13:16 | 14 |
| Deportivo Alavés | 13 | 4 | 1 | 8 | 14:22 | 13 |
| Las Palmas | 13 | 3 | 3 | 7 | 16:22 | 12 |
| Espanyol | 12 | 3 | 1 | 8 | 11:22 | 10 |
| Getafe | 13 | 1 | 7 | 5 | 8:11 | 10 |
| Real Valladolid | 13 | 2 | 3 | 8 | 10:25 | 9 |
| Valencia | 11 | 1 | 4 | 6 | 8:17 | 7 |
A Tale of Two Teams: Athletic Club & Girona
Over the course of football's illustrious history, there have been teams that have made an indelible mark on the sport. This article shines the spotlight on two such teams, Athletic Club and Girona, tracing their history and notable achievements over the years.
Foundation and Early Years of Athletic Club
The story of Athletic Club, often referred to as Athletic Bilbao, takes root in the Basque Country of Spain in the late 19th century. Established in 1898, this historic football club has been synonymous with Basque nationalism, and the club's policy of playing only Basque players is well-known in football circles. Initially, Athletics dominated the emerging Spanish football scene, winning five Copa del Rey titles between 1903 and 1914.
Girona's Emergence in Spanish Football
From the Basque Country, we move to Catalonia, home of Girona. Formed later than Athletics, in 1930, Girona FC didn't have the limelight of top-tier Spanish football shining on them for much of their history. The club spent many years in the Tercera División and Segunda División B, but their perseverance paid off when they made their La Liga debut in the 2017/18 season.
Athletic Club's Continued Success
Back in the Basque Country, Athletic Club was making waves. The club enjoyed a golden era in the early 1980s, lifting the Copa del Rey and the Supercopa de España twice. Athletic Club's domestic success is second to Real Madrid and Barcelona, as of the records until 2021.
Girona's La Liga Journey
Girona's La Liga adventure started off with a bang. Despite predictions of an instant return to the Segunda División, the team exceeded expectations, finishing in an impressive 10th place in their debut season. Their second season was less successful, and they were relegated after finishing 18th. However, their survival in the first season offered a beacon of hope for future success.
The Unyielding Thrust of Athletic Club & Girona
Despite the challenges that come their way, both Athletic Club and Girona continue to work towards their objectives. While both teams are unique, they share common threads – tenacity, grit, and passion for the sport that resonate with their fanbase.
Final Thoughts
In the end, the enduring allure of football lies in the stories of clubs like these. Despite the odds stacked against them, they continue to hold their own, driven by an unwavering spirit and staunch regional pride. Athletic Club and Girona aren't just football clubs – they are icons of their respective communities, helping to put Basque and Catalonian football on the global map.