Athletic Club vs Valencia Match Preview: La Liga 2026
Athletic Club host Valencia at Estadio de San Mamés in Bilbao on 10 May 2026, in La Liga Regular Season - 35. Athletic Club arrive in 8th place on 44 points, while Valencia sit 13th with 39 points, both carrying negative goal differences after 34 matches.
Athletic Club availability
Athletic Club have one concern listed. B. Prados Diaz (Knee Injury) is doubtful. With no other absences reported and no suspensions indicated, the core of the squad should be available. Key attacker Gorka Guruzeta, who has 9 league goals and 3 assists, is available and expected to lead the line, an important boost for a side that has scored 40 league goals so far.
Valencia availability
Valencia face a heavier absentee list. J. Copete (Ankle Injury) is sidelined. M. Diakhaby (Muscle Injury) is sidelined. D. Foulquier (Knee Injury) is sidelined. T. Rendall/Thierry Correia (Muscle Injury) is sidelined. J. Agirrezabala (Knee Injury) is doubtful. L. Beltrán (Knee Injury) is doubtful. No suspensions are recorded, but the defensive line in particular is stretched.
Impact summary
Athletic Club lose only a rotational midfielder, preserving their main attacking output through Guruzeta. Valencia’s multiple defensive absences could disrupt stability for a team already conceding 50 goals, potentially handing the attacking initiative to the hosts.
