La Liga
How did Athletic Bilbao and Villarreal perform?
Athletic Bilbao and Villarreal Match Stats
Athletic Bilbao and Villarreal Lineups
Athletic Bilbao
4-4-2 Villarreal
4-4-2Athletic Bilbao and Villarreal Head to Head
Past H2H Matches & Results
La Liga Standings Season 2025/2026
| Pos | Team | MP | W | D | L | +/- | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Barcelona |
19 | 16 | 1 | 2 | 53-20 | 33 | 49 |
| 2 |  Real Madrid |
19 | 14 | 3 | 2 | 41-17 | 24 | 45 |
| 3 | Villarreal |
17 | 12 | 2 | 3 | 34-16 | 18 | 38 |
| 4 |  Atl. Madrid |
19 | 11 | 5 | 3 | 34-17 | 17 | 38 |
| 5 |  Espanyol |
18 | 10 | 3 | 5 | 22-19 | 3 | 33 |
| 6 |  Betis |
18 | 7 | 7 | 4 | 30-24 | 6 | 28 |
| 7 |  Celta Vigo |
18 | 6 | 8 | 4 | 24-20 | 4 | 26 |
| 8 |  Ath Bilbao |
19 | 7 | 3 | 9 | 17-25 | -8 | 24 |
| 9 |  Elche |
18 | 5 | 7 | 6 | 24-23 | 1 | 22 |
| 10 |  Getafe |
18 | 6 | 3 | 9 | 14-23 | -9 | 21 |
| 11 |  Sevilla |
18 | 6 | 2 | 10 | 24-29 | -5 | 20 |
| 12 |  Osasuna |
18 | 5 | 4 | 9 | 18-21 | -3 | 19 |
| 13 |  Alaves |
18 | 5 | 4 | 9 | 15-21 | -6 | 19 |
| 14 |  Rayo Vallecano |
18 | 4 | 7 | 7 | 14-21 | -7 | 19 |
| 15 |  Real Sociedad |
18 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 22-26 | -4 | 18 |
| 16 |  Mallorca |
18 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 20-26 | -6 | 18 |
| 17 |  Girona |
18 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 17-34 | -17 | 18 |
| 18 |  Valencia |
18 | 3 | 7 | 8 | 17-30 | -13 | 16 |
| 19 |  Levante |
17 | 3 | 4 | 10 | 20-29 | -9 | 13 |
| 20 |  Oviedo |
18 | 2 | 6 | 10 | 8-27 | -19 | 12 |
Qualification/Relegation
Athletic Bilbao vs Villarreal Video Highlights & Match Recap – 2021-10-23
The atmosphere at San Mamés Barria (Bilbao) was electric as Athletic Bilbao hosted Villarreal in a crucial La Liga tie on October 23, 2021. Both sides entered the pitch with clear intentions, resulting in a fascinating clash of styles.
It wasn’t just about physicality; the mental aspect of the game was evident. Key duels in wide areas and the transition play defined the rhythm of the match. Ultimately, the team that showed more composure in critical moments walked away with the advantage.
Current League Standings
Before kick-off, Athletic Bilbao occupied 8th spot, having accumulated 24 points. Their journey so far consists of 7 victories, 3 stalemates, and 9 defeats.
On the other side, Villarreal stood at 3rd with 38 points. With 12 wins this season, they arrived looking to add another three points to their tally.
Head-to-Head Analysis
Looking back at the previous 7 encounters between these clubs in La Liga, the stats paint an interesting picture. The home side, Athletic Bilbao, has triumphed 3 times.
Conversely, Villarreal has managed to secure victory on 2 occasions, while 2 matches have ended in a draw. Fans have seen goals in 3 of these games, with high-scoring affairs (Over 2.5) happening 2 times.
Team Form & Performance
A look at the momentum both teams brought into this fixture:
Recent Matches of Athletic Bilbao
- Osasuna 1-1 Ath Bilbao (La Liga, Jan 03, 2026)
- Ath Bilbao 1-2 Espanyol (La Liga, Dec 22, 2025)
- Celta Vigo 2-0 Ath Bilbao (La Liga, Dec 14, 2025)
- Ath Bilbao 1-0 Atl. Madrid (La Liga, Dec 06, 2025)
- Ath Bilbao 0-3 Real Madrid (La Liga, Dec 03, 2025)
- Levante 0-2 Ath Bilbao (La Liga, Nov 29, 2025)
- Barcelona 4-0 Ath Bilbao (La Liga, Nov 22, 2025)
Recent Matches of Villarreal
Match Analysis Replay
Don’t miss the post-match breakdown of Athletic Bilbao vs Villarreal. Watch the tactical shifts and key goals from this La Liga showdown.
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