On 19 October 2025, Elche welcome Athletic Club to Estadio Manuel Martínez Valero for a La Liga fixture between two sides showing contrasting home and away form. Elche’s strong start to the season has been one of the league’s pleasant surprises, while Athletic are still searching for rhythm after an uneven run that included several away defeats.
Prediction Overview: BTTS – Yes
The advised pick is Both Teams to Score – Yes. Elche’s attacking form at home has been excellent - they’ve scored in every home match so far - while Athletic Bilbao have both scored and conceded frequently on their travels. The data trend across recent fixtures strongly supports the likelihood of goals at both ends.
Match Analysis
Elche finally saw their unbeaten streak end with a 1–3 loss at Alavés, but their performances remain encouraging. At home, they’ve been particularly effective, winning three straight matches and showing resilience in front of goal. Six of their eight games this season have seen both teams score, reflecting their open, attacking approach. Athletic Club, meanwhile, ended their winless streak by defeating Mallorca 2–1 at home, but their away form remains a concern. They have lost their last three road fixtures and struggled defensively in all of them. The return of Nico Williams offers an attacking boost, though Inaki Williams’ continued absence limits their forward options slightly.
