When and where will Elche and Athletic Bilbao play?

They will meet in La Liga at Elche’s Estadio Martínez Valero.

What is Elche’s recent form entering this match?

Elche have been inconsistent but competitive, with draws and occasional wins before their recent loss away at Alavés.

How has Athletic Bilbao been performing lately?

Athletic Bilbao have had mixed results but showed strength in beating Mallorca at home, despite some struggles away from their base.

What is the head-to-head record between Elche and Athletic Bilbao?

Across 11 matches, Elche have 3 wins, Athletic Bilbao have 4 wins, and 4 matches ended in draws.

Which key players are unavailable for both teams?

Elche are without David Affengruber (suspension) and Grady Diangana (injury). Athletic Bilbao will be missing Benat Prados, Mikel Vesga, Oihan Sancet, and Unai Eguiluz.

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Elche vs Athletic Bilbao: Mega Jackpot Analysis

Elche and Athletic Bilbao head into this fixture with momentum on different trajectories.

The most recent match Elche were beaten 3-1 away at Alavés, a reversal after some more encouraging results ahead of that game. Athletic Bilbao, meanwhile, most recently secured a 2-1 home win over Mallorca, reinforcing belief in their fight for top-half security.

Elche’s recent form has been mixed. Before the loss at Alavés, they had picked up several positive results, including a home win against Celta Vigo and draws away to Osasuna and Sevilla, showing that they’ve been competitive even when not at full strength. Their performances suggest a side capable of sticking in games through effort and defensive discipline, though their attacking consistency remains uneven.

Athletic Bilbao likewise have had fluctuating fortunes. Their victory over Mallorca stands out, but their away performances have sometimes lacked cutting edge. They have struggled to maintain dominance in possession and have been vulnerable on transitions, yet their experience and resilience often enable them to salvage results in tight contests.

Home and Away Form

Elche (Home)

At the Estadio Martínez Valero, Elche have shown relative solidity. In their most recent home outings, they have managed to grind out results even when chances have been scarce. Their tendency has been to sit deeper and make use of counterattacks or set pieces to threaten. They rarely dominate possession at home but aim to remain compact and difficult to break down, forcing opponents to work hard for goals.

Athletic Bilbao (Away)

On the road, Athletic often adopt a more cautious stance, trying to avoid being overrun by the home side’s energy. Their away matches typically feature structured defensive blocks, followed by probing in midfield and bursts into wide channels when space opens. Sometimes they struggle to impose themselves, particularly if their buildup is disrupted, but they remain dangerous on the break and from set plays.

Head-to-Head Record

Recent Meetings

In the last five meetings between Elche and Athletic Bilbao, the results have been fairly balanced. Athletic have recorded a couple of wins, Elche also have come out victorious in some matches, and draws have been common. Recent clashes suggest tight margins, with neither side dominating. Historically, averages point to moderate scoring in their contests, and matches often hinge on key moments.

Overall Record

Across all direct encounters, the head-to-head balance is narrow. Out of 11 meetings, Elche have won 3, Athletic Bilbao have won 4, and 4 have ended in draws. Their matches average about 2.36 goals per game, and both teams have often managed to score in these fixtures. Elche enjoy slightly better home performance in this rivalry, while Athletic have had the advantage in away fixtures overall.

Team News

Elche

Elche will miss David Affengruber due to suspension.
Grady Diangana is also unavailable through injury.
With these absences, Elche may need to adjust wide areas or rely on rotation in midfield to maintain balance.

Athletic Bilbao

Athletic are dealing with several injury concerns: Benat Prados, Mikel Vesga, Oihan Sancet, and Unai Eguiluz are all ruled out or doubtful.
The absences may force Athletic to tweak their midfield shape or lean more heavily on their senior players to carry defensive and creative load.
Tactically, they may lean toward compact formations and emphasize transitions, especially in deeper phases.

Match Outlook

Elche, buoyed by home support, will aim to frustrate Athletic and strike on counters or set plays. Athletic Bilbao, with more experience and a more controlled style, will look to assert themselves, especially through midfield control and efficient attacks. Given the historical tightness of their meetings, this one may be decided by small margins and moments of individual brilliance.