Athletic Club finally had something to celebrate this week. A late goal secured a 2-1 away win over Valencia on Wednesday, sending Athletic into the Copa del Rey semi-finals and offering a timely boost after a difficult league spell. In La Liga, Athletic are winless in six consecutive rounds and sit closer to the relegation zone than the top six, yet their matches remain lively, with both teams scoring in nine of their last ten outings. At home, Athletic have collected five wins this season, all by a one-goal margin, underlining how often their games are decided narrowly.
Prediction: Correct Score 2-1
This fixture points toward another tight Athletic home win. Athletic’s tendency to edge matches at San Mamés by the smallest of margins, combined with Levante’s ability to stay competitive and score, supports a 2-1 outcome. The hosts’ cup momentum should help them push through, but Levante’s resistance suggests the game will not be straightforward.
Athletic’s Cup Momentum Meets League Pressure
Athletic Club will look to carry midweek positivity into league action. Athletic’s recent performances have lacked consistency, but the emotional lift from cup qualification can sharpen focus and intensity, especially at home. Their approach is likely to be assertive without becoming reckless, aiming to control tempo and strike at key moments rather than dominate outright.
Levante’s Improvement Makes Them Dangerous Visitors
Levante remain second from bottom, yet recent form tells a more encouraging story. Levante have lost just once in their last six matches, a narrow defeat away to Real Madrid, and have picked up the majority of their points on the road. Over the last six rounds, their league return even surpasses Athletic’s, highlighting a team capable of competing and capitalising on opponents’ lapses.
