Ath Bilbao vs Alaves: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As Athletic prepare to host Alaves on September 19, 2026, with kick-off at 16:15, this SPAIN: La Liga fixture promises high stakes in a tightly contested title race.

Athletic, currently 9th in the standings with 7 points from 5 games, are within reach of the top with 8 points behind. They've earned 4 points from 3 home games this season. Their recent form has been mixed, with 2 wins, 1 draw and 2 losses in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 6 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 7 goals. The attack has been led by Gorka Guruzeta, the leading goalscorer this season with 10 goals, while also providing key assists. Crucial contributions in the final third have come from players like Nico Williams, Robert Navarro, Oihan Sancet, who have delivered important goals and assists.

Alaves, sitting 3rd with 10 points, enter as favorites but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 1 points from 2 games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 3 wins, 1 draw and 1 loss in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 5 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a strong attacking output with 11 goals scored. The offensive threat is spearheaded by Toni Martinez, who leads the scoring with 14 goals. Support has come from Lucas Boye, Carlos Vicente, Antonio Blanco, who have chipped in with decisive contributions in attack.

Recent meetings between Athletic and Alaves have been competitive, with Alaves claiming victory in their most recent clash (4-2). The head-to-head record remains evenly balanced between the two sides.

In their previous league match against Elche, Athletic recorded a 1-1 draw while lining up in a 4-2-3-1 formation. Their starting XI featured Simon, Berchiche, Laporte, Alvarez, Areso, Gerenabarrena, De Galarreta, Williams, Sancet, Navarro, Williams. A double pivot offered defensive protection while the attacking midfielder linked play between lines.

Alaves's last outing came against Racing Santander, where they secured a 1-2 defeat using a 3-5-2 system. Their starting XI featured Sivera, Otto, Koski, Tenaglia, Rebbach, Suarez, Blanco, Ibanez, Perez, Diaz, Boye. This configuration emphasized defensive solidity while enabling quick transitions forward.

Looking ahead, Athletic are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Athletic and Alaves are expected to use their standard structures. The contest is set to revolve around midfield control, pressing efficiency, and how effectively each side manages transitions between defense and attack.

Goal trends from the last ten games across all competitions suggest plenty of goals: Athletic's fixtures have averaged 2.6 goals per game, with 2 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 40% of those matches, alongside 2 clean sheets. Alaves's games average 3.2 goals, with 3 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 60% of those matches, alongside 2 clean sheets. With both sides showing defensive resilience, expect a low-scoring affair.

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