Real Madrid vs Athletic Bilbao match preview | May 23, 2026

LaLiga Santander | Matchday 38

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May 23, 2026 | 7:00 pmAthletic BilbaoCheck out our top Real Madrid-Athletic Bilbao prediction, with our football experts looking at all of the finer details surrounding the fixture, including form and past meetings. Our team's dedication, combined with sophisticated tools and thorough data analysis, enables us to provide you with the most reliable Real Madrid-Athletic Bilbao betting tips combined with the best odds ahead of kick-off in Madrid.

Best Betting Tips

Both Teams To Score Yes/NoYesProbability56%Best Odd1.66Bookmaker

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Goals Over/Under 2.5Over 2.5 goalsProbability55%Best Odd1.50Bookmaker

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Win/Draw/WinReal MadridProbability54%Best Odd1.49Bookmaker

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Expert TipAthletic Bilbao +1.5 goalsProbability70%Best Odd1.68Bookmaker

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Our experts provide in-depth analysis surrounding recent form and head-to-head records, perfect for those looking to gain an advantage ahead of kick-off on May 23, 2026 7:00 pm. Real Madrid and Athletic Bilbao meet on May 23, 2026, with both teams searching for an important three points. The match takes place at the Estadio Santiago Bernabéu, with Real Madrid home form so far this season meaning that they go into the match as the favourites for victory.

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Standout Real Madrid vs Athletic Bilbao odds

ProbabilityReal Madrid54%Draw23%Athletic Bilbao23%

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Recent results in detail

PerformanceReal Madrid W 0 - 1 W 2 - 0 L 2 - 0 W 0 - 2 D 1 - 1 In their last match, Real Madrid 0 - 1 against Sevilla FC.During the last 25 month, Real Madrid have won 16, drawn 4 and lost 5 of their matches, demonstrating what kind of form they are in ahead of kick-off. Having scored a total of 17 goals in their last 10 matches, Real Madrid averages 1.7 goals per game. Real Madrid let in a total of 5 goal(s) across the matches.PerformanceAthletic Bilbao D 1 - 1 L 2 - 0 L 0 - 1 W 2 - 4 L 3 - 2 Athletic Bilbao defeated Celta de Vigo in their last match by a scoreline of 1 - 1. Over the last 6 month, Athletic Bilbao has registered a total of 8 wins, while losing 13 matches. As well as this, Athletic Bilbao has drawn 4. Athletic Bilbao average 1.1 goals per 90 minutes over their last 10 matches, having found the back of the net a total of 11 times from such encounters.

Pre-match tip for the LaLiga Santander match between Real Madrid and Athletic Bilbao

Our prediction for the match between LaLiga Santander rivals Real Madrid and Athletic Bilbao is Athletic Bilbao +1.5 goals at the end of the 90 minutes, which is available at odds of 1.68 from Mozzartbet ahead of kick-off. Given their recent performances, a probability rating of 70% perhaps comes as little surprise. A homewin is very likely to happen (54%). The analysis suggest Over 2.5 goals goals with odds of 1.50 in this match (55%). And a Yes for both teams to score (56%).

Best TipAthletic Bilbao +1.5 goalsBest Odd At Mozzartbet1.68Go to MozzartbetT&C's apply. 18+

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