Girona and Athletic Bilbao dey set to clash for one exciting La Liga match on Sunday, October 6, 2024. Dis match go be a big test for both teams, especially Girona, wey dey struggle dis season.
Girona, wey finish third last season and qualify for Champions League, don lose four of their last six matches. Dem recent 3-2 loss to Feyenoord in Champions League phase no help matters at all. With key players like Aleix Garcia, Savio, and Artem Dovbyk leaving during de summer transfer window, Girona dey find it hard to maintain their form.
Athletic Bilbao, on de other hand, dey do well dis season. Dem unbeaten in six matches across all competitions and just defeat AZ Alkmaar 2-0 in Europa League. Dem strong home form and recent wins give dem confidence to take on Girona. Ernesto Valverde’s side dey aim for top four finish in La Liga and also reach Europa League final, which go hold at their home ground, San Mames.
Predictions dey point to Athletic Bilbao as favourites, with odds of 10/11 (1.91) for dem to win at home. Girona’s defensive issues, especially after losing key players, make dem vulnerable to Athletic’s attack. Many experts believe say both teams go score, and de match go be very entertaining.
In terms of team news, Girona go miss players like Daley Blind and Oriol Romeu due to injuries. Athletic Bilbao also have some injuries, including Yeray Alvarez and Benat Prados, but dem still have a strong lineup.