On Thursday evening, Real Madrid faces Athletic Bilbao in Malaga for the semifinals of the Supercopa de Espana. Both teams will want to win this match in order to reach the final of the competition.
Real Madrid vs Athletic Bilbao Free Betting Tips
Imperial in the home stretch of La Liga last year, Real Madrid won a 34th Spanish championship crown in front of FC Barcelona which gives them, at the same time, the right to compete in this Supercopa de Spain. For the moment, Real Madrid is more or less present this season in La Liga by occupying 2nd place in the championship, behind their neighbour Atlético. But the Merengue are 4 points behind the Colchoneros who are also 2 games behind. Recently, Zinedine Zidane’s men had won against Granada (2-0) before being held in check by Elche (1-1) and recovering against Celta Vigo (2-0). Finally, this weekend, they were held in check by Osasuna, in pretty dire conditions due to the snow (0-0).
Opposite, Bilbao has given itself the right to play this Spanish Supercup by qualifying for the Copa del Rey final last year. This final, which is to take place against Real Sociedad, has not yet been disputed due to the common desire of the two clubs to play it with the public. This season, the Basques are blowing hot and cold in the league with 21 points taken in 18 games. In recent times, Athletic had to share points with Villarreal (1-1) and then lost against Real Sociedad (0-1). Then, the club recovered by dominating Elche (1-0) before losing to Barça (2-3) last week. Last weekend, he was unable to face Atlético Madrid due to weather conditions.
The workforce for Real Madrid vs Athletic Bilbao
If we put aside striker Rodrygo and titular right-back Carvajal, the entire Madrid workforce will be operational for this part. Little used and disappointing, Jovic left for Frankfurt on loan. Offensively, the very good Benzema has scored 8 goals since the resumption of the season and delivered 6 assists.
On the Basque side, the substitute Nolaskoain (0 games this season) and the potentially starting midfielder Unai Lopez are still not fit, nor the former left side of PSG Yuri Berchiche. On the other hand, the return of the captain of the defence Yeray is hoped for.
The key points for the match Real Madrid vs Athletic Bilbao
The match will be played behind closed doors, on neutral ground, in Malaga.
Coaches have the possibility of making 5 substitutions during the game.
Real Madrid vs Athletic Bilbao Free Betting Tips
Much more efficient than its opponent of the day, Real Madrid seems largely able to win and qualify for the final of this Spanish Supercup. Real Madrid victory!
Betting Tips: Real Madrid Victory
Odds: 1.65
