These two sides are no stranger to Basque derbies this season, with this the latest in a long line. Athletic Bilbao are desperate for a win with Europa League football in their sights.

Alaves vs Athletic Bilbao Match Preview

Alaves are unbeaten in their last four games in LaLiga but their focus may just be wandering to a big Copa del Rey final clash against Barcelona in the next few weeks as our Alaves vs Athletic predictions explain.

- Alaves 2-1 Villarreal

- Las Palmas 1-1 Alaves

- Alaves 0-0 Eibar

- Betis 1-4 Alaves

The hosts have defeated the likes of Real Sociedad and Villarreal in recent weeks at the Mendizorroza, with Eibar drawing to them too. They’ve already had a big say in the race for Europe, which has been taken into account in our Alaves vs Athletic preview.

Mauricio Pellegrino’s men have conceded just four goals in their last six home league games. Athletic Bilbao, meanwhile, have won four of their last five on the road.

- Athletic Bilbao 5-1 Las Palmas

- Eibar 0-1 Athletic Bilbao

- Athletic Bilbao 2-1 Betis

- Celta Vigo 0-3 Athletic Bilbao

Alaves vs Athletic Bilbao Predictions and Betting Advice

Ernesto Valverde’s Los Leones have a full complement to choose from, with Aritz Aduriz likely to return to the fold and lead the line for the visitors.

Alaves similarly have no selection issues, which should make for a tight game. Either team could go away with the victory, influencing our Alaves vs Athletic picks.

Our Tip

Tip: Total Goals (Under 3): William Hill (1.70)