Watch the football match Live between a team Athletic Club vs Deportivo Alavés After the live, watch the replay of the match and highlights In championship competitions La liga .
This match is played on date 13 Sep 2025
This match takes place in Estadio de San Mamés (Bilbao) – In championship competitions La liga by Season 2025/2026
Match Summary Table
| FEATURE | DETAILS |
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| Fixture | Athletic Club vs Deportivo Alavés |
| Competition | LaLiga SmartBank – 2025/26 Season |
| Date | Sunday, September 14, 2025 |
| Kick-off Time | 20:00 local time (18:00 UTC) |
| Venue | San Mamés, Bilbao |
| Broadcast | Movistar LaLiga (Spain), international streaming platforms |
| Last Meeting | Deportivo Alavés 0–2 Athletic Club (April 2025 – LaLiga SmartBank) |
| Head-to-Head | Athletic Club: 12 wins, Deportivo Alavés: 8 wins, Draws: 5 |
🔎 Overview
The San Mamés Stadium will host a gripping LaLiga SmartBank clash as Athletic Club welcome Deportivo Alavés. Athletic aim to capitalize on their home advantage and continue their strong form, while Alavés seek a positive result on the road to climb the table. Expect a match full of tactical battles, end-to-end action, and the intensity typical of Basque derbies.
🔴⚪ Athletic Club – Tradition and Tenacity
Athletic Club are known for their disciplined, hard-working approach and strong home performances. Their style relies on high intensity, pressing, and quick transitions, making San Mamés a difficult venue for visitors.
Key Players:
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Iker Muniain – Creative playmaker capable of unlocking defenses with dribbles and passes.
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Raúl García – Experienced forward providing leadership and finishing ability.
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Unai Simón – Goalkeeper with quick reflexes, often decisive in tight games.
Tactics: Athletic typically use a 4-2-3-1 formation, focusing on structured defense, pressing, and exploiting spaces through quick wing play. Set-pieces also remain a significant part of their attacking strategy.
🔵⚪ Deportivo Alavés – Discipline and Counter-Attacks
Alavés enter the match aiming to frustrate their hosts and capitalize on counter-attacks. Their tactical organization and ability to remain compact in defense make them tough to break down, especially in away games.
Key Players:
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Joselu – Central striker, dangerous in aerial duels and finishing from inside the box.
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Javi López – Midfielder with the ability to disrupt opposition play and initiate counters.
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Rubén Duarte – Full-back providing defensive stability and occasional width in attack.
Tactics: Alavés are likely to deploy a 4-4-2 or 4-2-3-1 system, keeping a compact shape and looking to strike quickly when possession is regained. Defensive discipline is key to securing points away from home.
📊 Head-to-Head Snapshot
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Total Meetings: 25
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✅ Athletic Club Wins: 12
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🟰 Draws: 5
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❌ Deportivo Alavés Wins: 8
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⚽ Avg Goals per Match: 2.4
Athletic hold the historical advantage, particularly at San Mamés, but Alavés have proven capable of causing surprises on their day.
📉 Form Guide (Last 5 Matches)
| Team | Form |
|---|---|
| Athletic Club | 🟩 🟨 🟩 🟨 🟩 |
| Deportivo Alavés | 🟨 🟩 🟨 🟥 🟩 |
Athletic’s home form is strong and consistent, while Alavés show a mix of solid defensive performances and occasional lapses, making this matchup closely contested.
🎯 Match Verdict
Final Score Prediction: Athletic Club 2–1 Deportivo Alavés
Athletic’s home advantage and attacking dynamism make them slight favorites, but Alavés’ disciplined defense and counter-attacking threat mean the game will be competitive. Expect a tight contest decided by moments of individual quality.
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