Athletic vs Rangers Prediction 17 April 2025
🔊 Can the "Basques" stage a victory parade in Bilbao after triumphing in a European tournament? They would certainly love to, especially since the final will be held at San Mamés, but they still have some way to go. On April 17, Athletic will host Glasgow Rangers in the second leg of their Europa League quarter-final. After the first leg ended in a goalless draw, Ernesto Valverde's side are clear favorites to advance to the semi-finals.
Head-to-Head
📊 Athletic and Rangers have faced each other in just one official match. The encounter took place on 10 April 2025 at Rangers' home ground and ended in a 0-0 draw.
Head-to-head statistics Athletic - Rangers
Athletic Bilbao Team Overview
🔴 Athletic Bilbao are having an impressive season. With a strong squad, they rightfully hold fourth place in La Liga, securing a spot in the Champions League. In their last match, they defeated Rayo Vallecano 3-1 at home. Oihan Sancet scored twice, with Nico Williams also finding the back of the net. The club is just three points behind third place and is well-positioned to challenge Atletico Madrid for the bronze.
🔗 In the first leg in Glasgow, Ernesto Valverde's side looked dominant, taking control of possession from the start. Rangers' central defender Robin Propper was sent off as early as the 13th minute. Athletic missed several opportunities. Late in the game, they even had a chance to score from the penalty spot, but Berenguer failed to convert. Ultimately, Rangers held on, though the Basque side left with a decent result.
❌ Left-back Yuri Berchiche has been sidelined with a shin injury and did not feature in recent matches. He will also miss the return leg against Rangers.
Match Results: Athletic Bilbao
Rangers Team Overview
🔵 The Gers currently sit second in the Scottish Premiership, comfortably ahead of third place, but significantly trailing Celtic. Their last outing was a tough one. In the first half of their away match against Aberdeen, Ross McCausland was sent off, leaving the 'Teddy Bears' two goals down by halftime. However, a spirited second-half performance saw Hamza Yaghman and Yanis Hagi, who scored in the 96th minute, secure a 2-2 draw.
🔗 In their first game against Bilbao, Rangers played on the back foot from the start. They were reduced to ten men early on and had to battle with a man down for over eighty minutes. It was only through the support of their fans, their resilience, and goalkeeper Liam Kelly's penalty save that they managed to keep a clean sheet.
📣 Rangers' head coach Barry Ferguson commented on the result: "Before the game, I said the most important thing was to give ourselves a chance in the return leg. That's exactly what happened. Now it's crucial to work hard and seize the opportunity."
❌ In the return leg, central defender Robin Propper, who was sent off, will not play. The recovery timeline for defender Neraysho Kasanwirjo (knee injury) remains uncertain. Defender Dujon Sterling is out for the rest of the season due to an Achilles injury that requires surgery.
Match Results: Rangers
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 1;
- home team wins - 0, away team wins - 0, draws - 1.
Statistics: Athletic Bilbao vs Rangers
- number of matches played in the tournament: 8 vs 8;
- number of wins: 7 vs 6;
- win percentage: 64% vs 55%;
- number of losses: 2 vs 2;
- number of draws: 2 vs 3.
Last 10 matches:
- number of wins: 4 vs 5;
- number of losses: 2 vs 3;
- number of draws: 4 vs 2.
- Rangers won with a +1.5 handicap in their last 22 away games.
- Rangers won with a +1.5 handicap in their last 5 away games (Europa League).
Prediction on the over/under
Statistics: Athletic Bilbao vs Rangers
- average total in the tournament: 2.64 vs 2.91;
- average total goals scored: 1.73 vs 1.73;
- average total in the 1st half: 0.73 vs 0.91;
- average total in the 2nd half: 1 vs 0.82;
- Athletic Bilbao: average total at home in the tournament - 2.4;
- Rangers: average total away in the tournament - 2.2;
- last 10 matches (average total): 1.6 (home - 2.8) vs 1.7 (away - 3.2).
- Rangers have scored in their last 19 away games.
Prediction on corners
Athletic Bilbao: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 5.64; at home field - 6;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 5.1; at home field - 5.2.
Rangers: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 3.73, away - 3.2;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 5.2; away - 3.4.
- Rangers have taken over 2.5 corners in 28 of last 30 games.
- Rangers have taken over 2.5 corners in 14 of last 15 away games.
Prediction on cards
Athletic Bilbao: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 2.27; at home - 1.6;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 2; at home - 2.2.
Rangers: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 2.55, away - 1.8;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 2.5; away - 2.6.
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 1;
- both teams scored all-time - 0 times;
- on the home team’s field - 0 times.
Statistics: Athletic Bilbao vs Rangers
- number of matches played in the tournament: 8 vs 8;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 6 vs 7;
- number of BTTS matches for Athletic Bilbao at home - 2 (40%);
- number of BTTS matches for Rangers away - 4 (80%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 5 vs 6;
- BTTS matches for Athletic Bilbao at home - 4 (80%);
- BTTS matches for Rangers away - 5 (100%).
- Rangers have scored and conceded in their last 13 away games.
Editor's Prediction
Considering the teams' current form, an exciting match with plenty of chances is expected. The market for both teams to score (yes) looks particularly appealing, as this bet has landed in the last 13 away games for Glasgow Rangers. While Athletic are clear favorites at home, the 'Gers have been impressive on the road recently, boasting a seven-match unbeaten streak, including victories over Fenerbahçe (3-1) and Celtic (3-2). Therefore, we anticipate goals from both sides.No comments
Betting Tips: Athletic Bilbao - Rangers
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