La Liga· Season 2025
Match Summary
Espanyol defeated Athletic Club 2:0. The match was played in La Liga 2025. Goals were scored by P. Milla 69′, K. Garcia 90′. Espanyol had 63% possession while Athletic Club held 37%. Espanyol had 12 shots (5 on target) compared to 11 (4 on target) for Athletic Club. Expected goals: Espanyol 0.76 — Athletic Club 0.82. Espanyol made 5 substitutions, Athletic Club made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Espanyol and Athletic Club — 2 goals and 0 cards recorded during the match.
assist: C. Romero
assist: R. Terrats
Match Statistics
Espanyol had 63% possession against Athletic Club's 37%. Espanyol registered 12 shots (5 on target) while Athletic Club managed 11 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 8–9. Fouls committed: 9–14.
Lineups
Espanyol lined up in a 4-4-2 formation under Manolo Gonzalez, while Athletic Club deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Ernesto Valverde.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Espanyol is 6.79, compared to 6.70 for Athletic Club. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Espanyol's highest-rated starter is M. Dmitrovic (7.15), while Athletic Club's best-rated player is I. Ruiz de Galarreta (7.01).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Espanyol have contributed 19 goals and 18 assists this season, led by R. Fernandez Jaen (7G). Athletic Club's starters account for 15 goals and 16 assists, spearheaded by R. Navarro (6G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Espanyol deploy 4 defenders rated 6.85 on average, against Athletic Club's 4-man backline averaging 6.68. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Espanyol field 4 midfielders averaging 6.62, versus Athletic Club's 5 rated 6.70. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Espanyol start 2 forward(s) averaging 6.84, compared to 1 for Athletic Club averaging 6.60. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 76% for Espanyol and 79% for Athletic Club. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
Espanyol's starters have collected 56 yellow cards this season, compared to 41 for Athletic Club. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of Espanyol's starting XI is 25.8 (youngest: O. El Hilali (22), oldest: L. Cabrera (34)), while Athletic Club average 26.7 (youngest: A. Rego (22), oldest: I. Ruiz de Galarreta (32)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Espanyol's starters average 31 league appearances each, versus 29 for Athletic Club. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
Coach: Manolo Gonzalez
Substitutes
Coach: Ernesto Valverde
Rivalry since 2010
Espanyol vs Athletic Club Head to Head Results· 28
Espanyol and Athletic Club have met 28 times — Espanyol won 11, Athletic Club won 9, with 8 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2010. Espanyol leads the head-to-head with 11 victories from 28 meetings. A combined 77 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.75 per match (38 for the home side, 39 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 19 matches (68%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 16 games (57%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–3 in 2012.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Espanyol have recorded 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 defeats. Athletic Club show 1 win, 1 draw and 4 losses from their last 6 outings.
Match Prediction
Statistical tip
Double chance: draw or Athletic Club
Injuries & Suspensions
Espanyol
- DoubtfulF. Calero
- DoubtfulT. Dolan
- DoubtfulC. Ngonge
- DoubtfulJ. Puado
- DoubtfulF. Calero
- DoubtfulT. Dolan
- DoubtfulC. Ngonge
- DoubtfulJ. Puado
Athletic Club
- DoubtfulY. Berchiche
- DoubtfulB. Prados Diaz
- DoubtfulO. Sancet
- DoubtfulN. Williams
- DoubtfulY. Berchiche
- DoubtfulB. Prados Diaz
- DoubtfulO. Sancet
- DoubtfulN. Williams
Bookmaker Odds
Best price
Espanyol
2.86
1xBet
Draw
3.29
1xBet
Athletic Club
2.76
1xBet
Betting Odds & Historical Data
Opening pre-match odds recorded for this fixture at the time it was played. These are historical figures for analytical reference only and do not reflect any current market.
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Home Record / Away Record
Aggregated season statistics from all available historical data. Use these to assess each team's overall form, scoring frequency, and tendency for high-scoring matches.
Home Record: Espanyol
Away Record: Athletic Club
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Data: football-data.co.uk
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
API data: 17 May 2026