Arsenal and Athletic Bilbao run it back again - and this time for the real thing after both teams clashed in the Emirates Cup in the Summer. Atletico welcomes Arsenal to Spain for a Champions League group phase fixture that will show where each team is at the moment. Arsenal have reached the semi-finals and quarter-finals of the Champions League respectively in the last two seasons, while Bilbao will be playing in Europe's top club competition for the third time ever. Both teams have started well in La Liga and the Premier League, but the Gunners are massive favorites to win the game, on the back of their squad depth and form.
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Athletic Bilbao vs Arsenal Details
- Date: Tuesday, September 16, 2025
- Time: 17:45 BST
- Venue: San Mames Stadium, Bilbao, Spain
Where to Watch Athletic Bilbao vs Arsenal Live on TV or Stream
| Country | TV Channel/Stream |
|---|---|
| UK | TNT Sports |
| US | Paramount+, CBS Sports |
| Canada | DAZN |
| South Africa | Supersport |
Athletic Bilbao vs Arsenal Match Preview
Atletic Bilbao: form and statistics
Ernesto Valverde's men have started the new season on a very bright note. They beat Sevilla, Rayo Vallecano, and Real Betis before the international break. Bilbao, which lost to Arsenal 3-0 in the Emirates Cup, a preseason friendly, seems to have lost momentum after the first international break of the season. The Basque side lost 0-1 at home to Alaves last weekend. Bilbao finished fourth last season in La Liga to qualify for Champions League football for the third time since the new format. Star player Nico Williams is out injured, but his brother Inaki Williams will lead out the Basque side.
Athletic Bilbao possible starting team:
Simon; Areso, Vivian, Paredes, Berchiche, Vesga, Jauregizar, I. Williams, Sancet, Berenguer, Sannadi
Bet on Athletic Bilbao vs Arsenal with Bet365Arsenal: form and Statistics
Mikel Arteta's Arsenal warmed up for this game with a 3-0 victory over Nottingham Forest at the weekend. Although missing several starters, including Bukayo Saka, William Saliba, and Havertz, and with Martin Odegaard re-injuring his shoulder in the first half, Arsenal still brushed aside a Forest team under new coach Ange Postecoglou, who was making his debut. Last year's title chasers, Arsenal, will be fighting on both fronts this year: hoping to improve on a top-four finish in the Champions League and second place in the league. A win over Bilbao will serve as a test of their readiness to fight for the Champions League. Arsenal has dominated games with Spanish opposition in the Champions League in recent years. A win over Athletic will make Arsenal the first team to beat Spanish opponents in six consecutive games.
Arsenal Possible Party Form
Raya Timber, Mosquera, Gabriel, Lewis-Skelly, Merino, Zubimendit, Rice, Madueka, Gyokeres, Eze
Athletic Bilbao vs Arsenal Match Prediction
Arsenal are in the form of their lives, scoring freely while keeping it tight at the back. The brushing aside of Forest at the weekend speaks volumes, as this Nottingham side were one of the form teams of last season in the English League. Bilbao may have started well with 9 points from their first 4 games, but the loss to Alaves is worrisome. We predict that Arsenal will win by 3 or more goals.
Athletic Bilbao vs Arsenal Betting Odds
| Bookmakers | Arsenal to Win | Bilbao to Win |
|---|---|---|
| Bet365 | 1.83 | 4.50 |
| 1xbet | 1.896 | 4.39 |
| Betway | 1.76 | 4.30 |
