Athletic Bilbao vs Arsenal Predictions, Betting Tips & Match Preview

Luke Hamilton 03 Mar 2026

Get predictions, team news and betting tips for the Champions League match between Athletic Bilbao and Arsenal on Tuesday 16th September at 5:45pm.

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Athletic Bilbao vs Arsenal Predictions

Full Time Result: Arsenal Win
Correct Score: 0-2
Both Teams To Score: No
Over/Under 2.5 Goals: Under 2.5 Goals
First Goalscorer: Noni Madueke

Athletic Bilbao vs Arsenal Tips

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Why We’re Backing Arsenal to Win to Nil @ 9/4 with William Hill

Arsenal blew Bilbao away 3-0 in a pre-season friendly at the Emirates over the summer.
The Gunners have displayed great defensive steel during the new campaign, keeping three clean sheets from a possible four.

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Why We’re Backing Maroan Sannadi to be Carded @ 4/1 with BetMGM

Booked twice already in four appearances this term.
Picked up three yellows in six Europa League games last season for Athletic Bilbao.

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Athletic Bilbao Form/Stats

Bilbao are averaging 13 shots per game this season.
The Lions have received eight yellow cards and one red in four matches so far.

Arsenal Form/Stats

Mikel Arteta’s side have conceded just one goal in four matches.
Gabriel Magalhaes has completed more passes (239) than any other Arsenal player since the start of the campaign.

Player to Watch

Martin Zubimendi became the third Arsenal player this campaign to score a brace, having struck twice in the 3-0 win over Nottingham Forest in the Premier League on Saturday.

The Spaniard has added a zest to Arsenal’s midfield, helping them find openings which were particularly hard to come by previously and could be a determining factor in getting Arsenal over the line in regards to a trophy this term.

Athletic Bilbao vs Arsenal Head-to-Head Record

The only previous head-to-head encounter was on 9th August 2025 when Arsenal beat Athletic Bilbao 3-0 in a pre-season friendly.

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