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The opening game to the Primera Division
In Spain's Primera Division, the opening season between Athletic Bilbao and FC Barcelona will kick off the new season on Friday. The reigning Spanish champions and Supercopa winners of 2019, FC Barcelona come to San Mamés Stadium for a duel. The starting signal for this year's Primera Division will be on Friday, August 16, 2019 at 21:00. With our bet tip, we offer analyzes for both teams and provide forecasts of interesting betting variants.
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Athletic Bilbao
2 draw last season
home advantage
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FC Barcelona
acting champion
Star squad
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Bilbao welcomes the reigning Spanish champion.
Athletic Bilbao are in the first game of the new season equal to the reigning champions FC Barcelona to visit. Not an easy task for the since December 2018 in charge head coach Gaizka Garitano. He took the helm in the middle of last season, after the Argentinian Eduardo Berizzo was deprived of responsibility after only 15 games.
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The turnaround succeeded with the change of coach. While Berizzo managed only 2 wins in 15 games, Garitano managed to score 14 wins out of 27 games. With the turnaround Bilbao was able to settle at the end of the season on Table 8. It was not enough for an international competition. On points equal to Espanyol Barcelona, they narrowly missed the Europa Cup places. The balance of the season can still be seen. In the end, there were 13 wins, 14 draws and 11 defeats in the team's account.
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53 points meant this for the club. The last game of the season against Sevilla lost 2-0. The squad stayed basically the same over the summer break. There were no big transfers, two lent players return to the club. The top performers last season have remained faithful to the club. Even the most valuable player Bilbao, center forward Inaki Williams has stayed at Athletic.
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The offensive could take a little jolt. Last season they offered one of the worse offensive performances with only 41 scores. The defensive held 45 goals. Last season, Athletic recorded two draws against FC Barcelona. In Barcelona, they parted with a 1-1, the game of the second half in Bilbao ended with a goalless draw. Athletic seems to have found a recipe against the FC's star-studded squad. Another draw seems possible, a win seems rather unlikely.
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Messi or not Messi, that's the question.
The FC Barcelona also, in addition to the Argentine superstar can rely on a squad for many other clubs would commit a murder, is an open question. The media reports before the first Primera Division encounter of the new season revolve around the number 10 in the dress of FC Barcelona.
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The big question, Lionel Messi will be fit in time to run aground. This question will probably be answered satisfactorily shortly before the game begins, so far only can be speculated. Nevertheless, FC Barcelona is the measure of all things, not only in Spanish but also in international football.
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The Stalwart of the Catalans beats with just over a billion euros to book. Buzz from which clubs like Athletic Bilbao can only dream. Despite this, FC Barcelona failed to beat Athletic last season. That's what you want to change on Friday. FC Barcelona have further strengthened their squad.
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In addition to Ajax Amsterdam exceptional talent Frenkie De Jong in midfield, Antoine Griezmann has moved from Atletico Madrid to Barcelona. The Frenchman will cause a furor in addition to Messi, Suarez, Coutinho and Dembélé. Coutinho and Dembélé are rumored to be talking to FC Bayern, but so far a transfer has not been confirmed. Barcelona is the favorite in the game. Although the two duels last season ended in a draw, a victory for the Catalans is very likely.
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Bet Tip and Forecast
In this game, a favorite tip on Barcelona with good odds around 1.70 can be played. The two draws last season can be met with a tip X. The risk is relatively high. Also interesting can be Over or Under 2.5 Goals bets. We tend to bet for a under 2.5 goal bet. The last 4 duels of the two ended in 3 cases with 0 goals for Athletic, which is why we would bet on both teams - No would recommend. For high risk, it can also be a bet on Tip 2 wins to zero. Our personal tip of the editors: Tip 2.
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Finally there is clarity! Just over a week before the start of the season, the dispute was resolved by a court ruling - Monday matches are in the Spanish Football House of Lords now no longer. As a result, many games had to be rescheduled. A decision that many football fans would also like in Germany!
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The Friday games are still allowed and so is the season opener this weekend, nothing in the way. At San Mames Stadium, there is a duel between Athletic Bilbao and FC Barcelona!
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In contrast to the German Bundesliga, the champion does not necessarily open the new season with a game in front of his home crowd. The start of the season with the traditional Basques is certainly not easy for the Valverde team. The Basques are traditionally considered home strong.
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Nevertheless, the guests are obviously treated as the clear favorite and in the match between Athletic Bilbao and FC Barcelona, a forecast on Messi & Co. in the first moment obvious. But are the offered odds actually recommended? We will examine this question in the following lines. The game starts on Friday
Athletic Bilbao - Statistics & Current Form
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The Basques are one of the founding members of the Spanish league and have never relegated. While this is not necessarily a surprise for teams like FC Barcelona or Real Madrid, the Basque's rating is all the higher, as only players from their own region are allowed to play in the squad. This philosophy, coupled with the existing success, is absolutely unique and all the more amazing in times of globalization.
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Although the Basque country has almost 2.2 million inhabitants, the pool is nevertheless extremely small for potential players. Youth work is accordingly capitalized. The Basques have to see for themselves that they train their players to be able to throw them into the cold water at the highest level.
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The relegation battle is rarely the home of Athletic Bilbao, but the team can always orientate towards the top third. In the past season, the successful qualification for the Europa League was missed only gossamer. In the final statement, the Basques were eighth.
There are only a few changes in the squad due to their own club philosophy. In this transfer summer, even the entire tribe could be held together. Some youngsters have been awarded, replacement goalkeeper Alex Remiro is now under contract with the Basque competitors from San Sebastian. Gaizka Garitano has a well-rehearsed team available, which is certainly not a disadvantage.
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Before home, Athletic Bilbao had a strong 9-8-2 record last year, with only home games against Villarreal and the derby against Real Sociedad de San Sebastian lost. Since October 5 of last year, Bilbao is at home without defeat. This is also one of the reasons why on Friday between Athletic Bilbao and Barcelona surprisingly high odds are offered on a victory of the guests.
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Expected formation of Athletic Bilbao:
Mistress - Berchiche, Alvarez, Martinez, de Marcos - Etxeberria, Dani Garcia - Muniain, Raul Garcia, Gomez - Williams
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Last matches of Athletic Bilbao:
08.08.2019 - Mirandes Vs. Athletic Bilbao 1: 2 (Friendly Match)
07.08.2019 - AS Roma vs. Athletic Bilbao 2: 2 (Friendly Match)
04.08.2019 - Santander Vs. Athletic Bilbao 2: 1 (Friendly Match)
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03.08.2019 - West Ham vs. Athletic Bilbao 2: 2 (Friendly Match)
01.08.2019 - Numancia Vs. Athletic Bilbao 1: 1 (friendly)
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Barcelona - Statistics & Current Form
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While the basks of the transfer summer was extremely quiet, this was extremely turbulent in Catalonia. The commitment of top talent Frenkie de Jong could bring the club responsible early in dry shawls. His buddy Mathijs de Ligt could not convince Barcelona. But the farce to Antoine Griezmann had come to an end and finally he still switched to the Catalans.
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His own staged video and contract renewal from last year is forgotten. The transfer dispute is not quite over yet, because allegedly there is a stressful e-mail, which proves that Barcelona and Griezmann have already negotiated too early. Instead of 120 million euros, Atletico Madrid now beats on 200 million euros as a transfer. The last word has not been spoken yet.
Not spoken is the last word also with Neymar, because the sensational return of the Brazilian is still an issue. An offensive with Messi, Neymar, Suarez and Griezmann would definitely be the best that the football world has ever seen.
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Last season, many Barcelona fans had wished that Ernesto Valverde would not go into his third year as Barcelona head coach. The way of playing was simply not spectacular enough for many fans. Resulting football has been seen more often and in addition, own talents in recent years have no chance to get more. The once towering La Masia school only plays a minor role.
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The preparation was absolutely convincing. Especially the recent success against the SSC Naples was impressive. Even without Lionel Messi, the Catalans were brilliant and did not leave the Italian top club with the slightest chance. Defensive Barcelona was sure offensively there was nothing to complain about, especially in the second round. Although the Basques are extremely strong at home, with this performance in the match between Athletic Bilbao and Barcelona a tip on the visitors is definitely recommended.
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Expected formation of Barcelona:
ter Stegen - Alba, Pique, Lenglet, Semedo - Busquets, de Jong, Arthur - Dembele, Suarez, Messi
Last matches of Barcelona:
10.08.2019 - Naples vs. Napoli FC Barcelona 0: 4 (friendly)
08.08.2019 - FC Barcelona vs. Naples 2: 1 (friendly)
04.08.2019 - FC Barcelona vs. Arsenal 2: 1 (Trofeo Joan Gamper)
27.07.2019 - Vissel Kobe Vs. FC Barcelona 0: 2 (friendly)
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23.07.2019 - FC Barcelona vs. Chelsea 1: 2 (friendly)
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Athletic Bilbao vs. Barcelona Direct Comparison & Statistics Highlights
Basically, the Basque's San Mames Stadium is a fortress and hardly a team likes to travel to the traditional Basques. But the Catalans from Barcelona have no bad memories of the Basque Country. In the last four appearances in Bilbao, the Spanish champions from Barcelona did not even concede a goal (a goalless draw, three wins for Barcelona).
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The draw came last season, leaving Valverde 2018/19 with no success in either match against Athletic Bilbao, as Athletic Bilbao also scored a surprising point in the home game at Camp Nou!
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Athletic Bilbao v Barcelona Tip & Prediction - 16.08.2019
For ten months Athletic Bilbao had suffered no defeat in front of home crowd. The kick-off to the new season is certainly not a matter of course for FC Barcelona. Messi & Co. will need a strong performance on Matchday 1 to claim the three points.
Given the recent results in the preparation of the Valverde Elf is a strong early form to attest. These results have made an impression and accordingly a prognosis towards the Catalans is definitely recommended between Athletic Bilbao and Barcelona.
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Key Facts - Athletic Bilbao Vs. Barcelona tip
Gaitzka Garitano can count on a well-rehearsed team - no changes in the squad of the Basques!
In the last four home games Bilbao has not met Barcelona!
Extremely convincing was the preparation of the Catalans - last 4-0 against SSC Naples!
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The Basques have shown in preparation that they have not yet found the right balance defensively. There has always been at least one goal in the last five games, but the attack has always hit them. In that regard, Athletic Bilbao and Barcelona could also offer a tip on the Both to Score.
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A better feeling we have because of the individual quality but still the tip on the guest victory. The Napoli game was absolutely convincing, and now Messi is back as well, so seven units will be chosen as the bet. Barcelona is ready for the season opener.
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Finally there is clarity! Just over a week before the start of the season, the dispute was resolved by a court ruling – Monday matches are in the Spanish Football House of Lords now no longer. As a result, many games had to be rescheduled. A decision that many football fans would also like in Germany!
The Friday games are still allowed and so is the season opener this weekend, nothing in the way. At San Mames Stadium, there is a duel between Athletic Bilbao and FC Barcelona!
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In contrast to the German Bundesliga, the champion does not necessarily open the new season with a game in front of his home crowd. The start of the season with the traditional Basques is certainly not easy for the Valverde team. The Basques are traditionally considered home strong.
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Nevertheless, the guests are obviously treated as the clear favorite and in the match between Athletic Bilbao and FC Barcelona, a forecast on Messi & Co. in the first moment obvious. But are the offered odds actually recommended? We will examine this question in the following lines. The game starts on Friday at 20 pm.
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Athletic Bilbao:
The Basques are one of the founding members of the Spanish league and have never relegated. While this is not necessarily a surprise for teams like FC Barcelona or Real Madrid, the Basque’s rating is all the higher, as only players from their own region are allowed to play in the squad. This philosophy, coupled with the existing success, is absolutely unique and all the more amazing in times of globalization.
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Although the Basque country has almost 2.2 million inhabitants, the pool is nevertheless extremely small for potential players. Youth work is accordingly capitalized. The Basques have to see for themselves that they train their players to be able to throw them into the cold water at the highest level.
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The relegation battle is rarely the home of Athletic Bilbao, but the team can always orientate towards the top third. In the past season, the successful qualification for the Europa League was missed only gossamer. In the final statement, the Basques were eighth.
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There are only a few changes in the squad due to their own club philosophy. In this transfer summer, even the entire tribe could be held together. Some youngsters have been awarded, replacement goalkeeper Alex Remiro is now under contract with the Basque competitors from San Sebastian. Gaizka Garitano has a well-rehearsed team available, which is certainly not a disadvantage.
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Before home, Athletic Bilbao had a strong 9-8-2 record last year, with only home games against Villarreal and the derby against Real Sociedad de San Sebastian lost. Since October 5 of last year, Bilbao is at home without defeat. This is also one of the reasons why on Friday between Athletic Bilbao and Barcelona surprisingly high odds are offered on a victory of the guests.
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Barcelona:
While the basks of the transfer summer was extremely quiet, this was extremely turbulent in Catalonia. The commitment of top talent Frenkie de Jong could bring the club responsible early in dry shawls. His buddy Mathijs de Ligt could not convince Barcelona. But the farce to Antoine Griezmann had come to an end and finally he still switched to the Catalans.
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His own staged video and contract renewal from last year is forgotten. The transfer dispute is not quite over yet, because allegedly there should be an incriminating e-mail, which proves that Barcelona and Griezmann have already negotiated too early. Instead of 120 million euros, Atletico Madrid now beats on 200 million euros as a transfer. The last word has not been spoken yet.
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Not spoken is the last word also with Neymar, because the sensational return of the Brazilian is still an issue. An offensive with Messi, Neymar, Suarez and Griezmann would definitely be the best that the football world has ever seen.
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Last season, many Barcelona fans had wished that Ernesto Valverde would not go into his third year as Barcelona head coach. The way of playing was simply not spectacular enough for many fans. Resulting football has been seen more often and in addition, own talents in recent years have no chance to get more. The once towering La Masia school only plays a minor role.
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The preparation was absolutely convincing. Especially the recent success against the SSC Naples was impressive. Even without Lionel Messi, the Catalans were brilliant and did not leave the Italian top club with the slightest chance. Defensive Barcelona was sure offensively there was nothing to complain about, especially in the second round. Although the Basques are extremely strong at home, with this performance in the match between Athletic Bilbao and Barcelona a tip on the visitors is definitely recommended.
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Ath Bilbao vs Barcelona head to head matches
10.02.19 LL Ath Bilbao Barcelona 0 : 0
29.09.18 LL Barcelona Ath Bilbao 1 : 1
18.03.18 LL Barcelona Ath Bilbao 2 : 0
28.10.17 LL Ath Bilbao Barcelona 0 : 2
04.02.17 LL Barcelona Ath Bilbao 3 : 0
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