{"id":1427161,"date":"2026-01-29T13:54:03","date_gmt":"2026-01-29T13:54:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/?post_type=news&p=1427161"},"modified":"2026-01-29T13:54:05","modified_gmt":"2026-01-29T13:54:05","slug":"match-preview-athletic-bilbao-vs-real-sociedad-01-02-26-la-liga","status":"publish","type":"news","link":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/news\/match-preview-athletic-bilbao-vs-real-sociedad-01-02-26-la-liga\/","title":{"rendered":"Athletic Bilbao vs Real Sociedad: predictions, stats, tips & odds"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Athletic Bilbao<\/a> host Real Sociedad<\/a> in a Basque derby that could shape their seasons, with both sides needing a result to revive inconsistent La Liga<\/a> campaigns. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kick-off is set for Sunday 1 February at San Mam\u00e9s, and while Athletic have the home crowd, Real Sociedad arrive boasting the division\u2019s sharper attack and a slight edge in recent head-to-heads.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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Based on clear attacking trends and the recent scoring output of both sides, here are our top betting recommendations for this match. We’re particularly confident in the ‘Both Teams To Score’ market, as neither defence has truly convinced, while Real Sociedad bring superior attacking efficiency to the derby clash.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Our Prediction<\/th>\nOdds & Bookmaker<\/th>\nConfidence<\/th>\nWhy We’re Backing It<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Both Teams To Score \u2013 Yes<\/strong><\/td>\n10\/11 @ Bet365<\/a>
(52.4%)<\/td>\n		\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\nWe’re backing both teams to score because four of their last six meetings have seen both sides find the net. Real Sociedad have scored 29 times this season, while Athletic\u2019s defence has shipped 30 in 21 games. With both teams\u2019 shot accuracy around 40% and defensive lapses on show, this market looks solid value.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Real Sociedad Draw No Bet<\/strong><\/td>\n11\/8 @ Bet365<\/a>
(42.1%)<\/td>\n		\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\nThere could be value here due to Sociedad’s superior attacking output (29 goals vs Athletic’s 20) and their positive head-to-head record (8 wins from last 18). Athletic have underperformed their xG heavily, suggesting ongoing attacking issues. The safety net against the draw adds appeal.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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    Season Form & Standings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Both teams have struggled for consistency, and their records reflect mid-table status. Athletic Bilbao sit 13th with a negative goal difference, while Real Sociedad are 8th, having scored more and conceded less. Both have identical win rates at just 33%, underlining the unpredictable nature of this clash.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Team<\/th>\nPos<\/th>\nP<\/th>\nW<\/th>\nD<\/th>\nL<\/th>\nGF<\/th>\nGA<\/th>\nGD<\/th>\nPts<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
    Athletic Bilbao<\/td>\n13<\/td>\n21<\/td>\n7<\/td>\n3<\/td>\n11<\/td>\n20<\/td>\n30<\/td>\n-10<\/td>\n22<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Real Sociedad<\/td>\n8<\/td>\n21<\/td>\n7<\/td>\n6<\/td>\n8<\/td>\n29<\/td>\n29<\/td>\n0<\/td>\n27<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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