Ath Bilbao vs Rayo Vallecano Prediction & Tips
Athletic Bilbao had an outstanding last season, finishing fourth in LaLiga and securing, for the first time since the 2014/15 campaign, their ticket to the Champions League. The team showed remarkable consistency, especially in defence: they conceded only 29 goals, 10 less than champions Barcelona.
Rayo Vallecano finished last season in a creditable eighth place, closing the campaign with an impressive five-match unbeaten run. As a result, the club qualified for European competition and have already made their Conference League debut with an away win over Belarusian side Neman in the qualifying round.
The start of the new season in LaLiga has also been positive for Rayo: away from home they beat Girona with an authoritative 3-1 scoreline.
