Barcelona enter this clash with clear home momentum, boasting a strong attacking edge against Athletic's leaky defense. Their recent form shows resilience, while Athletic struggles to maintain consistency on the road. The home side's pressing and creativity should exploit Athletic's defensive vulnerabilities, suggesting a high chance of goals. Expect Barcelona to control tempo and capitalize on set-piece opportunities.

• Home attacking superiority vs away defensive frailties
• Better recent form and home confidence
• Likely open game with goal-scoring chances

Head-to-Head Performance

Average statistics per match for the current season

• Efficiency index — Efficiency index — reflects how well a team converts chances (xG vs goals scored).
• Adjusted index — Adjusted index — overall team strength adjusted for xG, form, attack and defense quality.