Newcastle vs Athletic Bilbao Preview & Prediction | Champions League

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Match Info

Fixture: Newcastle United vs Athletic Bilbao
Competition: UEFA Champions League
Date: Wednesday, 5 November 2025
Kick-off: 20:00 GMT
Venue: St James’ Park

newcastle vs bilbao

5 Nov 20:00 - Newcastle vs Athletic - Champions League
5 Nov 20:00
Newcastle vs Athletic - Champions League

BTTS - Yes

Both Teams To Score
6/5

Reason for Tip

5 Nov 20:00 - Newcastle vs Athletic - Champions League
5 Nov 20:00
Newcastle vs Athletic - Champions League

Over 2.5 Goals

Over 2.5 Goals
8/9

Reason for Tip

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Form and Team Stats

Newcastle United
Newcastle have found their stride in Europe after a shaky start, recovering from a 2–1 defeat away to Barcelona by producing dominant wins over Union Saint-Gilloise and Benfica. Those performances not only lifted spirits but also marked their best-ever Champions League goal difference over consecutive games.
Despite a minor stumble in domestic form following a 3–1 loss at West Ham, the Magpies return to fortress St James’ Park — where they’ve won all four competitive matches in October, conceding only once. Eddie Howe’s side have developed a relentless home rhythm, driven by pressing intensity and quick transitions. Their ability to score early and maintain tempo has been key, and they’ll be eager to extend that streak to three straight UCL victories.

Athletic Bilbao
Athletic arrive in England on a contrasting run, having let two La Liga matches slip away late, including a 3–2 Basque derby defeat to Real Sociedad. Their away record has been their main weakness — winless on the road since August, with three of their last five European away trips ending in 4–1 losses.
The Lions, however, remain dangerous in spells. Midfielders Ruiz de Galarreta and Jauregizar add control, while Robert Navarro has been decisive in recent weeks, scoring in two of his last three appearances. But Ernesto Valverde’s men must tighten up defensively to avoid being overrun by Newcastle’s pace and vertical play.

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Predicted Lineups

Newcastle United (4-3-3):
Pope (GK); Trippier, Thiaw, Botman, Burn; Miley, Tonali, Ramsey; Elanga, Woltemade, Gordon.

Athletic Bilbao (4-2-3-1):
Simon (GK); Areso, Vivian, Paredes, Boiro; Ruiz de Galarreta, Jauregizar; Berenguer, Navarro, Gomez; Guruzeta.

newcastle vs bilbao

5 Nov 20:00 - Newcastle vs Athletic - Champions League
5 Nov 20:00
Newcastle vs Athletic - Champions League

BTTS - Yes

Both Teams To Score
6/5

Reason for Tip

5 Nov 20:00 - Newcastle vs Athletic - Champions League
5 Nov 20:00
Newcastle vs Athletic - Champions League

Over 2.5 Goals

Over 2.5 Goals
8/9

Reason for Tip

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Prediction & Reasoning

Newcastle are one of the most consistent home sides in Europe this season, combining defensive resilience with aggressive forward play. Their ability to dominate midfield and stretch defences with wide players like Gordon and Elanga should create multiple scoring opportunities.

Athletic’s poor away record and defensive lapses make them vulnerable, especially in hostile environments like St James’ Park. Still, their technical quality and late scoring tendency — led by Navarro and Guruzeta — make them a threat on the counter.

Both sides prefer attacking football, and with Newcastle’s confidence at home and Athletic’s habit of conceding late, an open and entertaining game is expected.

Prediction: Both Teams to Score & Over 2.5 Goals
Correct Score Prediction: Newcastle 3–1 Athletic Bilbao

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newcastle vs bilbao

5 Nov 20:00 - Newcastle vs Athletic - Champions League
5 Nov 20:00
Newcastle vs Athletic - Champions League

BTTS - Yes

Both Teams To Score
6/5

Reason for Tip

5 Nov 20:00 - Newcastle vs Athletic - Champions League
5 Nov 20:00
Newcastle vs Athletic - Champions League

Over 2.5 Goals

Over 2.5 Goals
8/9

Reason for Tip

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