| Odds via Tonybet | |
| Barcelona vs Athletic Club | Saturday, November 22, 2025, 10:10 AM EST |
| Barcelona odds | -228 |
| Athletic Club odds | +520 |
| Draw | +370 |
| Both teams to score | Yes -136, No +110 |
Barcelona vs Athletic Club Preview and Team News
Barcelona Team News
Barcelona will have added motivation for this matchup against Athletic Club since they’ve received clearance from the city council to use the Camp Nou Stadium for the first time this season. Los Blaugranas had been forced to play in other venues, such as the Estádio Johan Cruyff and the Lluís Companys Olympic Stadium in Montjuïc, but returning home should represent a huge boost for Barça.
Hansi Flick’s men were on a good run of results before the stoppage due to the international break. They managed an undefeated three-game run (W2, D1) following their 2-1 loss to Real Madrid in El Clásico and secured a 4-2 victory over Celta Vigo just before the break. They’ve struggled against top opposition, as they also lost to PSG in the UCL on October 1, but Barcelona are doing a good job of winning the games they’re supposed to win.
Gooood morning.
We’re back 👋 pic.twitter.com/nJHxlr7Bxb— FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) November 18, 2025
This game against a depleted Athletic Club could fall in that category, although it’s worth noting that Barcelona also have a fair share of injury concerns to deal with. Joan García and Raphinha are considered questionable for this game due to knee and thigh injuries, while Lamine Yamal is dealing with a groin problem. As if that wasn’t enough, Pedri (strain) and Gavi (knee) are out, while Frenkie de Jong is suspended. The lack of depth could prove to be an issue for Barcelona.
Barcelona predicted lineup vs Athletic Club (4-2-3-1): Szczesny; Koundé, Eric García, Cubarsí, Baldé; Marc Casado, Fermín López; Yamal, Dani Olmo, Rashford; Lewandowski.
Athletic Club Team News
Few teams in LaLiga have had as many injury problems as Athletic Club have had this term, and the Basque side could be missing several key players for this fixture, which is already complicated in itself. Goalkeeper Unai Simón is a heavy doubt after sustaining an injury with Spain while on international duty, while Oihan Sancet (leg) and Iñigo Lekue (hamstring) are also doubtful. Iñaki Williams (groin) is out and Yeray Álvarez remains suspended due to doping allegations.
As things stand now, it’s going to be Nico Williams and 10 more players to face Barcelona. However, unlike their rivals, Athletic have also had quite a few underwhelming results, tied to the lack of depth they’ve endured all season.
Even though they secured a 1-0 victory over Real Oviedo in their last match before the international break, that win snapped a three-game losing streak in all competitions.
It’s difficult, and even unrealistic, to consider a home win over a recently promoted side as a confidence booster ahead of a tough trip to one of the biggest stadiums in world football. The fact that Athletic Club have struggled badly when playing away from home should make things even more complicated for them. Athletic Club have lost their last two away matches in all competitions and have gone W1, D1, L5 as visitors in 2025-26.
Athletic Club predicted lineup vs Barcelona (4-2-3-1): Unai Simón; Gorosabel, Laporte, Dani Vivian, Yuri; Ruiz de Galarreta, Jauregizar; Berenguer, Selton Sánchez, Nico Williams; Guruzeta.
Barcelona vs Athletic Club Main Match Info
- Date and Kickoff Time: Saturday, November 22, 2025, 10:10 AM EST
- Stadium: Spotify Camp Nou
- Location: Barcelona, Spain
- Last match: Athletic Club 0:3 Barcelona (May 25, 2025, LaLiga)
Barcelona vs Athletic Club Prediction, Odds
- Pick: Barcelona to win and over 2.5 total goals
- Odds: -109 (Tonybet)
- Correct score prediction: Barcelona 2-1 Athletic Club
There’s no question that Barcelona are the overwhelming favorites ahead of this contest. Even though they could be missing almost half of their best XI due to injuries and suspensions, they’ll be playing at home for the first time in the 2025-26 season.
That alone should be a massive confidence booster for Los Blaugranas, especially since they’ll be facing a side that has struggled badly away from home all campaign long.
Barcelona’s recent results at home have been very good, outside of the 2-1 loss against PSG in the UEFA Champions League, and Flick’s men have gone W6, L1 in seven home matches across all competitions. Perhaps the most recognizable trend in those games has been their goal-happy nature; each of the seven fixtures has also ended with three or more total goals. Expect that trend to continue in this fixture.
Barcelona vs Athletic Club Betting Tip
- Pick: Both teams to score – yes
- Odds: -136 (Tonybet)
Only two of the last five head-to-head meetings between these two clubs have ended with both teams scoring, and the same thing has happened in two of Athletic’s last six matches away from home. The lack of reliable options in the attack might limit Athletic Club’s chances of getting a positive result.
However, expect the Basque side to find a way to pose a threat to a Barcelona squad that will be missing several key players. Barcelona have conceded at least one goal in each of their last five home games across all competitions, and it wouldn’t be shocking if that happens again here, especially since Athletic Club can’t afford to sit back and suffer another negative result away from home.
Barcelona vs Athletic Club: Where to Watch (Canada)
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