Match: Supercopa de España
Fixture: Barcelona vs Athletic Bilbao
Local Kick-off Time:22:00, 7th January 2026 (10:00 p.m.)
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Opening Odds
| Odds Type | Details | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Opening 1X2 Odds | Home Win | 1.50 |
| Draw | 4.33 | |
| Away Win | 5.75 | |
| Asian Handicap | -1 (Home Team) | 1.82 |
| +1 (Away Team) | 2.02 | |
| Goals Over/Under | Goals Line | 3 |
| Over Odds | 1.95 | |
| Under Odds | 1.90 | |
| Corners Over/Under | Corners Line | 9.5 |
| Over Odds | 1.83 | |
| Under Odds | 1.83 |
Prediction: Barcelona to Win
Neither side has any major injury or suspension concerns, with both able to field their full-strength lineups. In the first league meeting of the season, Barcelona thrashed Athletic Bilbao 4-0 at home. In the Asian Handicap, Barcelona is given a -1 goal line, which is relatively reasonable given their league rankings and head-to-head record. It is highly probable that Barcelona will extend their impressive winning momentum in this match.
Comprehensive Prediction Analysis:
Barcelona:
Barcelona have put in a commendable performance this season, currently topping La Liga with 49 points, boasting a goal record of 53 goals scored and just 20 conceded—proving they are solid at both ends of the pitch. In the Copa del Rey, the team has also advanced smoothly to the quarter-finals, demonstrating strong competitiveness in domestic competitions. In terms of recent form, Barcelona have secured an eight-match winning streak across all competitions, scoring two or more goals in each game—a lethal attacking firepower that will strike fear into any opponent. Under the management of Hansi Flick, Barcelona have maintained a steady performance this season. The German tactician typically deploys a 4-2-3-1 formation, with the core philosophy of strengthening midfield control and flexibly adjusting offensive and defensive tempo according to match situations. It has been proven that the team has fully implemented his tactical ideas, thus taking the sole lead in La Liga and racking up consecutive wins in recent matches across all competitions.
| Date/Competition | Home Team | Score (HT/FT) | Away Team |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026/01/04 La Liga | RCD Espanyol de Barcelona | HT 0-0 / FT 0-2 | FC Barcelona |
| 2025/12/21 La Liga | Villarreal CF | HT 0-1 / FT 0-2 | FC Barcelona |
| 2025/12/17 Copa del Rey | CD Guadalajara | HT 0-0 / FT 0-2 | FC Barcelona |
| 2025/12/14 La Liga | FC Barcelona | HT 2-0 / FT 2-0 | CA Osasuna |
| 2025/12/10 UEFA Champions League | FC Barcelona | HT 0-1 / FT 2-1 | Eintracht Frankfurt |
Athletic Bilbao:
Athletic Bilbao’s recent form has been far from satisfactory, going winless in normal time across five consecutive matches in all competitions, failing to find the net in three of those games—their attacking output is a major cause for concern. Due to frequent points drops in the league, the team has only accumulated 24 points from 19 league games, drifting further away from the Champions League places, and the pressure on the entire squad is mounting by the day. Facing the defending champions Barcelona in this fixture, Athletic Bilbao will likely struggle to avoid defeat. There is no doubt about the coaching ability and experience of Ernesto Valverde. Like many managers, the Spanish tactician also emphasizes midfield deployment, but unfortunately, his players have failed to live up to expectations this season: forwards have been in poor form, and defenders have also failed to perform at their usual level. Valverde is in urgent need of finding ways to improve the team’s performance.
| Date/Competition | Home Team | Score (HT/FT) | Away Team |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026/01/03 La Liga | CA Osasuna | HT 1-1 / FT 1-1 | Athletic Club |
| 2025/12/23 La Liga | Athletic Club | HT 1-1 / FT 1-2 | RCD Espanyol de Barcelona |
| 2025/12/19 Copa del Rey | Ourense CF | HT 0-0 / FT 0-0 | Athletic Club |
| 2025/12/14 La Liga | RC Celta de Vigo | HT 0-0 / FT 2-0 | Athletic Club |
| 2025/12/11 UEFA Champions League | Athletic Club | HT 0-0 / FT 0-0 | Paris Saint Germain |
Final Prediction:
Asian Handicap: Barcelona -1
European Handicap: Barcelona Win
Predicted Scores: 2-1, 3-0, 3-1
Predicted Total Goals: 3, 4, 5
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