ATLETICO MADRID return to La Liga action with a tough trip to face Athletic Bilbao.
Diego Simeone’s side are all but out of the title race, but need points if they’re to continue a push towards the Champions League places.
Atletico’s exploits at Anfield before the coronavirus suspension saved their seasonCredit: Reuters
The hosts restart the season in 10th position but know that putting together a run of results could see them reach the European spots come the end of the campaign.
When is Athletic Bilbao vs Atletico Madrid?
- Athletic Bilbao vs Atletico Madrid takes place on Sunday, June 14.
- The match will kick off at 1pm UK time, that’s midday over in Spain.
- San Mames Stadium plays host for the game.
What live stream and TV channel is it on?
- All live games will be available on LaLigaTV to Sky TV customers
- The 24/7 news channel launched earlier this year by the league and its UK broadcast partner Premier Sports
How can I watch for free?
- There will be free coverage offered to non-sky subscribers through the Premier Player streaming service.
- The streaming service will provide live matches as well as exclusive daily programming.
- Sky subscribers will be able to activate the Premier Sports channel for free throughout June, but they will be charged a monthly fee of £5.99 from July.
Team News
Athletic Bilbao’s manager Gaizka Garitano has signed a contract extension to keep him at the club until 2021.
Atletico Madrid are looking to make every minute count as they currently stand in the table with Real Sociedad and Getafe in front of them.
Their last game was a 2-2 draw before the pandemic took over was against Sevilla in 2-2 draw, they looked for the win in order to all but confirm the coveted Champions League spot.
Match odds
- Bilbao to win – 13/5
- Draw – 19/10
- Madrid to win – 5/4
- Both teams to score – 6/5
- Over 2.5 goals – 33/20
*All odds from Ladbrokes and correct at time of publication.
Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
