In the upcoming match between the team coached by Rubén Baraja and the team led by Ernesto Valverde Tejedor, both sides will be looking for redemption after suffering defeats in the previous round. The home team has been scoring an average of at least 2 goals in their recent matches, indicating a potent attacking force. However, their defense has been a cause for concern, especially when playing away from home. On the other hand, the visiting team, usually known for their solid defense, has been struggling to keep clean sheets on the road.
Rubén Baraja's team is known for playing an attractive style of football, even when away from their home ground. They will be looking to exploit the defensive vulnerabilities of the home team and secure a positive result. On the other hand, the defensive woes of the home team could prove to be their downfall, as they face a visiting team with a decent goal-scoring record this season.
In their recent head-to-head encounters, the home team has dominated with 3 victories, 1 draw, and only 1 win for the visiting team. This history could give the home team a psychological edge going into the match, but they will need to tighten up their defense to prevent the visiting team from adding to their goal tally.
The Athletic Club, led by Ernesto Valverde Tejedor, has been averaging 1 goal per game this season, showing their proficiency in front of goal. On the other hand, the visiting team has also been averaging 1 goal per game, indicating a balanced attacking threat. The outcome of the match could come down to which defense can hold firm in the face of the opposition's attacking prowess.
