At the outset of the campaign, Athletic were targeting a top-four finish and an appearance in the Europa League final at their San Mames ground. That’s going to plan so far, with the club six points clear of fifth and joint-top of the League Phase of the Europa League.
Athletic lifted the Copa del Rey last season and they will be aiming to build on that in the Super Cup. They eliminated Barcelona and Atletico Madrid on their way to last season’s cup success and that experience should set them up for this clash with the Catalans.
Barca have lost two of their last three games, while they meet an Athletic side who are unbeaten in 15 matches. The Catalans have won just four of their previous 10 games, while they meet a side who are capable of grinding out results.
Athletic are thriving in what is likely to be Nico Williams’ final season at the club and they have a great chance to add more silverware here. They should be more motivated than a Barca side who are experiencing a wobble, so back the cup winners to avoid defeat.
Predictions:Athletic Bilbao Double Chance (Win or Draw) Athletic Bilbao 2-1
