As the 2024/25 La Liga season reaches its thrilling conclusion, the iconic San Mamés Barria sets the stage for a compelling clash between Athletic Bilbao and Barcelona on May 26, 2025.
Athletic Bilbao: 4th place, 70 points
Barcelona: 1st place, 85 points
For Bilbao, the stakes are monumental — a place in next season’s Champions League hangs in the balance. For Barcelona, it’s about finishing strong with flair, pride, and a nod to their numerical dominance.
Their last meeting on January 21 saw Barcelona claim a 2-0 away win, a result that reflected the dynamic of their season: Barça’s high-flying attack overpowering Bilbao’s resilient defense.
| Category | Barcelona | Athletic Bilbao |
|---|---|---|
| Possession | 62% | 38% |
| Total Shots | 19 | 7 |
| Corners | 7 | 2 |
| Yellow Cards | 2 | 2 |
Barcelona are expected to control the ball, press high, and generate more opportunities, while Bilbao will likely adopt a defensive counter-attacking setup.
This huge financial gulf underscores Barcelona’s superior squad depth — a critical factor in season finales when fatigue and rotation play pivotal roles.
These metrics point to a competitive match, but one that likely tilts in favor of the away side, especially if they score first.
While Athletic Bilbao bring grit and home support, Barcelona‘s quality, momentum, and motivation to close the season with a statement suggest a clear away victory. Expect fireworks at San Mamés — but likely from the Catalan camp.
Barcelona are predicted to end their La Liga campaign in dominant style, with the numbers — and their squad — firmly in their favor.
