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Unai Simon - Concedes three in UCL exit Simon made three saves and allowed three goals in Wednesday's 3-2 loss versus Sporting CP.

Impact Simon ended his first Champions League campaign in difficult fashion, conceding three goals in the club's heaviest home defeat in the competition. Despite the scoreline, he made three saves, including two from outside the box and an impressive one-on-one stop late in the match, though the rebound was converted. He finished the tournament with two clean sheets and 14 goals conceded across eight appearances, but a return to the competition next season looks very unlikely given his side's continued struggles. The team currently sits 13th in the league, has already conceded 30 goals compared to 29 last season, and has failed to keep a clean sheet in its last seven matches across all competitions. Simon will look to bounce back in his next outing against Real Sociedad on Sunday.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Gorka Guruzeta - Ends strong UCL campaign with goal Guruzeta scored one goal to go with four shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Wednesday's 3-2 loss versus Sporting CP. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 44th...

Impact Guruzeta ended his impressive Champions League campaign with a fifth goal, finishing among the top 10 goalscorers despite his team's elimination. The forward has been in strong form recently, recording a goal contribution in each of his last four appearances in all competitions with three goals and one assist from 13 shots and five chances created.

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Oihan Sancet - Suffers hamstring injury Sancet scored one goal before being forced off in the 50th minute of Wednesday's 3-2 loss against Sporting CP due to a hamstring injury that makes him a doubt for Sunday's derby ag...

Impact Sancet has struggled to keep himself fit over the past several seasons with Athletic Club and suffered another injury in Wednesday's defeat against Sporting CP. The playmaker scored a goal before leaving the pitch in the 50th minute due to a hamstring injury, which makes him a major doubt for Sunday's derby against Real Sociedad. This is a blow for Bilbao since Sancet is an undisputed starter in the frontline when fit, and if he has to miss the game, a change will need to be made in the starting XI, with Robert Navarro likely to take a starting role in attacking midfield and Alex Berenguer expected to play on the right wing.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Mikel Jauregizar - Available after ban Jauregizar may feature again after serving his yellow card accumulation ban in Champions League play.

Impact Jauregizar's return gives the Bilbao side a defensive boost considering that he has been a regular participant in the holding midfield zone. While he can't be trusted to score often, he has tallied one goal and two assists across 28 games played this season and is averaging 5.2 balls recovered and 2.1 tackles per contest in league play. Alejandro Rego will likely return to a substitute role with Jauregizar back in action.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Oihan Sancet - Injured in UCL match Sancet suffered an apparent injury that forced him to abandon after scoring one goal in Wednesday's game against Sporting CP.

Impact Sancet left his place on the pitch to Alex Berenguer in the initial minutes of the second half against the Portuguese side. Sancet has struggled with physical issues at different points of the season, so his status may once again be a concern for the squad, and he might not be risked if he's not fully fit. Therefore, players such as Berenguer and Unai Gomez could gain playing time in attacking midfield.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Aymeric Laporte - Unavailable Wednesday Laporte (hamstring) is not an option for Wednesday's UCL game versus Sporting CP.

Impact Laporte will miss an eighth consecutive league or UCL match while he continues to advance in the final stage of his recovery. He could be a good option for defensive production whenever he's fit, though he's unlikely to start in the short term. Dani Vivian (thigh) has also been ruled out for the midweek fixture, so Aitor Paredes and Inigo Lekue could be involved in the middle of the back line.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Nico Williams - Not in squad for UCL Williams (groin) has been excluded from the match squad for Wednesday's meeting with Sporting CP.

Impact Williams remains out with a pubalgia issue but may have a better chance of returning in Sunday's derby against Real Sociedad. Meanwhile, his place in the starting lineup could be taken by either Alex Berenguer or Nico Serrano. As soon as he's fully recovered, Williams will aim to regain a significant role, having scored four goals and two assists over 20 matches played this season.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Dani Vivian - Ruled out with muscle injury Vivian won't play Wednesday in his team's UCL matchup versus Sporting CP due to a muscle overload on his left leg, the club reported Tuesday.

Impact Vivian will sit out al least one game but could remain sidelined for a longer period with the full extent of his injury still unclear. The central man had recorded 90 minutes in four consecutive matches across all competitions before getting hurt. Given that Yeray Alvarez (suspension) is also unavailable, Aitor Paredes and Inigo Lekue could feature at center-back in the upcoming European contest.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Nico Williams - Dealing with pubalgia again Williams (groin) is unlikely to play during Wednesday's Champions League clash against Sporting CP, coach Ernesto Valverde said in the press conference.

Impact Williams is still dealing with the pulbagia he has suffered since the beginning of the season and is unlikely to be fit for Wednesday's Champions League clash against Sporting CP. The forward will likely try to be ready for Sunday's derby against Real Sociedad instead. When fully fit, Williams is an undisputed starter in the frontline of the Basques, therefore a change will have to be made, with Alex Berenguer likely starting on the left wing during his absence.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Aymeric Laporte - Unlikely against Sporting CP Laporte (hamstring) is unlikely to be available for Wednesday's Champions League clash against Sporting CP, coach Ernesto Valverde said in the press conference.

Impact Laporte is nearing a return from a hamstring injury and is unlikely to be fit for Wednesday's Champions League clash against Sporting CP since the game is coming too close for him. The center-back will likely aim a return for the derby on Sunday against Real Sociedad instead. Laporte was a regular starter in the backline prior to his injury and should regain that role when fit.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Alex Berenguer - Creative impact in defeat Berenguer recorded three shots (one on goal), 11 crosses (five accurate) and four corners in Saturday's 2-1 loss to Sevilla.

Impact Berenguer had an outstanding performance in terms of playmaking stats, even though he was held off the score sheet against Sevilla. Both the 11 crosses and four chances created tied his season-high totals after 24 games played across league and European competitions. He has enjoyed somewhat consistent playing time despite missing one match due to a toe injury he dealt with last week. Still, he hasn't been able to convert his high creative numbers into assists recently, and has scored two goals over his last eight appearances.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Robert Navarro - Scores in loss to Sevilla Navarro scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 loss to Sevilla.

Impact Navarro reached the goal line to simply push the ball into the net after a save by the opposing goalkeeper in the 40th minute of this game. The attacker, who was coming off an impressive one-goal and two-assist effort in the Champions League, has now emerged as a serious competitor to Alex Berenguer and Nico Williams on the wings, but he'll remain in contention for a spot heading into a busy period.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Unai Simon - Saves five shots in Sevilla Simon registered five saves and allowed two goals in Saturday's 2-1 defeat against Sevilla.

Impact Simon denied some chances to an opposition that still managed to beat him through an open-play action and a shot from the penalty spot Saturday. The goalkeeper has recorded multiple saves and goals conceded in three consecutive games across all competitions and is now averaging 3.0 saves and 1.5 goals against per contest between La Liga and UCL play. He'll face a difficult challenge versus Portuguese club Sporting in Wednesday's Champions League fixture before returning to domestic activity for the derby against Real Sociedad.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Inigo Lekue - Eligible for play Lekue is back from his suspension and is an option for the club moving forward.

Impact Lekue is no longer sidelined through a suspension after he was sent off from the bench in their last league game. He remains more of a rotational option when fit, starting in seven of his nine appearances but going unused often.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Gorka Guruzeta - Returns from ban Guruzeta has served his ban and is an option for the club moving forward.

Impact Guruzeta is going to return to the team sheet next league match, no longer suspended after a game out. He has a goal contribution in three straight games and has three goals in 18 league appearances (14 starts), likely to return to a starting role.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Nico Williams - Picked for bench Williams (groin) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Sevilla.

Impact Williams was already set to be an option Saturday, but is in more of a limited role, starting on the bench despite being a regular starter. That said, a starting role should follow soon, with four goals and two assists in 16 appearances (13 starts) this season.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Alex Berenguer - Starts to face Sevilla Berenguer (toe) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Sevilla.

Impact Berenguer was likely to be an option, and after some testing, the attacker is now in the starting XI immediately Saturday. He will look to add to his goal contribution tally to get up to five on the campaign, far behind his 13 from last season, despite appearing and starting in half as many matches.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Yuri Berchiche - Starts at left-back Berchiche (hamstring) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Sevilla.

Impact Berchiche is back in his starting role immediately after the injury, only missing one game to return to his left-back spot. With 17 starts in 18 appearances, he should remain their preferred option on the left, mainly missing out in Cup ties or due to injury.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Sevilla vs Athletic Bilbao Prediction and Betting Tips | January 24th 2026 Sevilla will welcome Athletic Bilbao to the Ramón Sánchez-Pizjuán Stadium in La Liga on Saturday. Bilbao have seven wins from 20 league games and have a three-point lead over the 1...

JANUARY 23 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Nico Williams - Set to return Saturday Williams (groin) is in the squad for Saturday's game against Sevilla.

Impact Williams missed the win over Atalanta in the UCL due to an adductor strain, but he took part in training Friday and has been cleared to play Saturday. It's uncertain whether he'll be able to start, but nonetheless, his return provides a huge boost since Inaki Williams (leg) remains out.

JANUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Alex Berenguer - Available to play Saturday Berenguer (toe) is in the squad for Saturday's game against Sevilla.

Impact Berenguer has been a regular for Athletic Club this season, and while he missed the win over Atalanta in the UCL, he'll be ready to return here. Berenguer has two goals and two assists in 18 appearances (16 starts) in league play in 2025/26.

JANUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Yuri Berchiche - Makes squad vs. Sevilla Berchiche (hamstring) is in the squad for Saturday's game against Sevilla.

Impact The veteran left-back missed Wednesday's win over Atalanta in the Champions League, but he'll make a quick return to the squad here. It's uncertain whether he'll start, but if he doesn't, Adama Boiro would be in line for another presence in the XI.

JANUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Alex Berenguer - Status uncertain for Saturday Berenguer (toe) is uncertain for Saturday's game against Sevilla, manager Ernesto Valverde told media Friday. "The injured players train for a bit but neither was part of full trai...

Impact Berenguer will be a game-time call for Saturday, but the coaching staff will decide whether he'll be available in the hours leading up to the game. Berenguer has been a regular starter when healthy for Athletic, making the XI in all but two of his 18 appearances while tallying two goals and two assists.

JANUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Aymeric Laporte - Not ready yet Laporte (hamstring) won't be available for Saturday's game against Sevilla, manager Ernesto Valverde told media Friday. "We have to give Aymeric more breathing room to recover, he...

Impact Laporte has missed Athletic's last six games while dealing with a hamstring injury, and this game will come too soon for him. The central defender, who's a regular starter when healthy, will aim to be available for the Jan. 28 match against Sporting CP, or the Feb. 1 game against Real Sociedad.

JANUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Mikel Jauregizar - Set for suspension Jauregizar will serve a one-match ban due to an accumulation of three yellow cards in the Champions League.

Impact Jauregizar accumulated three yellow cards in the Champions League and will be suspended for the last league phase game against Sportin CP on Wednesday. His absence will impact the starting squad since he has been an undisputed starter in the midfield for the Basques, with Mikel Vesga as the main option to replace him for that game.

JANUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

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