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Athletic Bilbao vs Real Madrid La Liga preview – team news, start, lineups

Al JazeeraCenterEN 5 min read 100% complete by Patrick KeddieDecember 2, 2025 at 04:11 PM
Athletic Bilbao vs Real Madrid La Liga preview – team news, start, lineups
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Real Madrid will face Athletic Bilbao in a La Liga match on Wednesday at San Mames Stadium in Bilbao. The match, taking place at 7pm (18:00 GMT), is crucial for Real Madrid, who are aiming to regain their lead in the league after a series of draws allowed Barcelona to take the top spot. The pressure is mounting on Real Madrid's coach, Xabi Alonso, following the draw against Girona. Real Madrid's Kylian Mbappe is seeking his first trophy with the club in his second season. Athletic Bilbao, currently eighth in the league, secured a 2-0 victory against Levante in their last match. The game was moved due to Real Madrid's participation in the Spanish Super Cup in January.

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Key Player Opposition Context
Xabi Alonso 60% Athletic Bilbao ×270% Kylian Mbappe ×280% Real Madrid ×390% La Liga ×2100%

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90%

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