RC Celta vs Athletic Club

Current streaks

Recent form

RC Celta

RC Celta have shown mixed form in their recent fixtures, with four wins and two losses in their last six matches across all competitions. The team have been particularly impressive in front of goal, netting 15 times at an average of 2.5 goals per game, while maintaining a solid defensive record with only 0.83 goals conceded per match. A standout performance came in their Copa del Rey clash against Salamanca UDS, where Celta recorded a resounding 7-0 victory. Despite their recent positive results, including a run of three consecutive wins in December, Celta's league position (12th) suggests room for improvement. The team have managed to keep three clean sheets in their last six games, demonstrating their defensive capabilities. However, their most recent league match ended in a 2-1 defeat to Rayo Vallecano, halting their momentum and highlighting the need for consistency as they aim to climb the La Liga table.

Athletic Club

Athletic Club have shown solid form in their recent matches, maintaining a respectable 4th position in La Liga with 36 points from 19 games. Their last six matches across all competitions have yielded three wins, two draws, and one loss, demonstrating a strong defensive record with only 0.67 goals conceded per game and three clean sheets. The Basque side have been particularly stingy in front of goal, with 83% of their recent matches featuring under 2.5 goals. While not prolific in attack, scoring 1.17 goals per game, Athletic Club have been efficient, securing victories in their last two La Liga matches against Osasuna and Villarreal. Their most impressive result came in the Europa League, where they secured a 2-0 away win against Fenerbahce, highlighting their ability to perform on the continental stage.

Recent home/away form

RC Celta

RC Celta have shown impressive form at home recently, with an unbeaten run of four matches, including three wins and a draw. Their defensive prowess is particularly noteworthy, having kept clean sheets in their last three home victories against Real Sociedad, RCD Mallorca, and Getafe. The team's ability to secure points against top-tier opponents is evident in their 2-2 draw with Barcelona. Celta have been consistent in their goal-scoring, netting at least once in each of their last six home games, whilst also demonstrating defensive solidity by conceding an average of less than one goal per game. Their recent performances have been characterised by low-scoring affairs, with four out of six matches seeing under 2.5 goals, suggesting a trend towards tighter, more defensive play at their home ground.

Athletic Club

Athletic Club have shown impressive form away from home recently, remaining unbeaten in their last six matches on the road. The Basque side have demonstrated resilience, securing three wins and three draws in this period, including a notable 2-0 victory against Fenerbahce in the Europa League. Their defensive prowess is particularly noteworthy, conceding only 0.67 goals per game and keeping two clean sheets. While not particularly high-scoring, Athletic Club have managed to find the net consistently, scoring in five out of six matches. The team's ability to grind out results is evident, with 67% of their away games featuring under 2.5 goals, suggesting a pragmatic approach to their travels. This solid away form has contributed to their strong league position, sitting fourth in La Liga with 36 points from 19 games.