2019-20 Spanish Primera – Athletic Bilbao vs Barcelona Preview & Prediction
THE FACTS
When does Athletic Bilbao vs Barcelona kick off? Friday 16th August, 2019 – 20:00 (UK)
Where is Athletic Bilbao vs Barcelona being played? San Mamés Barria
What television channel is Athletic Bilbao vs Barcelona on? Athletic Bilbao vs Barcelona will not be televised live in the UK
Where can I stream Athletic Bilbao vs Barcelona? Eleven Sports hold the rights to stream Spanish Primera matches in the UK, so it is worth checking their streaming schedule
In the US, ESPN+ have the rights to stream Spanish Primera matches. A free trial is available for those in the US by clicking here
Are tickets still available for Athletic Bilbao vs Barcelona?
Athletic Bilbao - https://www.athletic-club.eus/en/tickets.html
Barcelona - https://www.fcbarcelona.com/tickets/football/football-tickets
THE TEAM NEWS
ATHLETIC BILBAO
Predicted line-up (4-2-3-1): Iago Herrerin; Ander Capa, Inigo Martinez, Yeray Alvarez, Yuri; Benat, Dani Garcia; Inigo Cordoba, Raul Garcia, Muniain; Inaki Williams
Unavailable: Gorka Guruzeta (Injured)
Doubtful:
BARCELONA
Predicted line-up (4-3-3): Ter Stegen; Nelson Semedo, Pique, Lenglet, Jordi Alba; De Jong, Busquets, Rakitic; Dembele, Luis Suarez, Griezmann
Unavailable: Neto (Injured), Messi (Injured)
Doubtful:
THE PREDICTION
Barcelona begin the defence of their La Liga title with an awkward trip to Athletic Club, with whom they drew both their league matches last season. Since Athletic have won four of their last five home league games, it might be best to favour the option of both teams scoring on Friday.
