Athletic Bilbao — Real Oviedo Prediction, H2H and Probable Lineups — 9 November 2025
On November 9, 2025, in Matchday 12 of La Liga, Athletic Bilbao will host Real Oviedo. The match is scheduled to kick off at 14:00 Central European Time. Let’s take a closer look at the potential outcome of this clash.
Athletic Bilbao
Athletic Bilbao approach this match in poor form. In midweek, the Basque side suffered a 0-2 defeat to Newcastle in the Champions League — their third consecutive loss in all competitions. Before that, they were beaten twice in La Liga: first a 0-1 home loss to Getafe, and then a 2-3 defeat away to Real Sociedad.
Currently, Athletic sit 11th in the La Liga standings with 14 points — four behind the European qualification zone and eight away from the Champions League places. The start of their season has been inconsistent: after a dreadful six-match winless run across all competitions, they managed to find some rhythm, but have now fallen into another slump.
At home, their form remains somewhat stable — in their last four matches at San Mamés, they’ve recorded two wins, one draw, and one defeat (in their most recent game).
In European competition, things haven’t gone smoothly either. After four group-stage matches, Athletic have managed just one victory — against Azerbaijani side Qarabag — and have lost the other three.
As for their home record against Oviedo, Athletic have won the last two meetings at San Mamés without conceding a goal, although those games took place more than a decade ago.
Real Oviedo
Real Oviedo’s return to the top flight has been far from convincing. After 12 matches this season, they have won only twice in all competitions, alongside three draws and seven defeats.
In their most recent La Liga outing, Oviedo drew 0-0 at home with Osasuna — their third consecutive draw. Before that, they shared the spoils in a thrilling 3-3 match with Girona and drew in the Copa del Rey against a lower-division side, eventually losing in extra time.
Currently, Oviedo sit 19th in the table with just 8 points from 11 games. Their attack has been the weakest in the league, scoring only seven goals so far.
However, their recent away form has shown improvement — Oviedo are unbeaten in their last three away matches, with two draws and one win.
Historically, Oviedo have struggled against Athletic Bilbao. In their last five meetings, they have managed only one win, one draw, and three defeats.
Probable Lineups
- Athletic Bilbao: Simon, Boiro, Laporte, Vivian, Gorosabel, Ruiz Inigo, Jauregizar, Berenguer, Unai Gomez, Navarro, Nico Serrano
- Real Oviedo: Escandell, Rahim, Costas, Carmo, Vidal, Chaira, Colombatto, Dendoncker, Vinas, Reina, Rondon
Key Facts and Head-to-Head
- Athletic Bilbao have lost 3 of their last 4 matches.
- Athletic Bilbao have conceded first in their last 4 matches.
- Real Oviedo have failed to win 8 of their last 9 matches.
- Athletic Bilbao are unbeaten in their last 3 head-to-head meetings against Real Oviedo.
Athletic Bilbao — Real Oviedo Prediction
Both teams enter this match in poor form. Athletic Bilbao have lost three games in a row and will be eager to bounce back, especially at home, where they usually perform strongly. Oviedo, on the other hand, are unbeaten in their last three matches, all of which ended in draws, and have also gone three away games without defeat. However, their overall form remains weak — the team have the worst attack in the league and currently sit second from bottom. Historically, Oviedo have also struggled against Bilbao, managing just one win in their last five head-to-head meetings. Therefore, Athletic Bilbao appear to be the clear favourites heading into this match. My bet for this match: Athletic Bilbao to Win at odds of 1.50.
