Previews
SAT 09.04.2016
Team News:
- Athletic Club: Aymeric Laporte and Sabin Merino (both injured).
- Rayo Vallecano: David Cobeño, Patrick Ebert, Jozabed, Razvan Rat and Toño (all injured); Yoel, Tito and Diego Llorente (all suspended).
Match Facts:
Athletic (6th, 48 pts):
- Ernesto Valverde's men have only picked up one point from their last two LaLiga games. Last matchday they were held to a draw at home to Granada CF, while before that they lost away to RCD Espanyol.
- Only three visiting teams have claimed all three points at San Mames: Barcelona CF, Real Madrid and Real Sociedad. Valverde's side's home form has played a pivotal part in the excellent season they're enjoying.
Rayo (16th, 31 pts)
- Paco Jemez's charges head to the Basque Country with their morale sky-high following their victory over relegation rivals Getafe CF last time round. Two matchdays ago, meanwhile, they came away from Granada with a share of the spoils.
- With seven fixtures to go, Rayo are treating every game as if it were a cup final. "We're on the right track. Winning would open the door for us to be in the top flight next year," said Jemez in his press conference ahead of this weekend's encounter.
What's on in Bilbao this weekend?
Enjoy the traditional Sunday market at the Plaza Barria (Plaza Nueva in Spanish), in the city's old town. During the market hours, this charming square is packed with artisans and bohemians selling handmade products. Don't miss it!
Getting to San Mames
Address: Rafael Moreno Pitxitxi Kalea, 48013 Bilbao (Vizcaya).
Metro: Lines 1 and 2.
Bus: 26, 38, 56, 62 and 80.
Stadium location here.
Time: 20:30 CET
Stadium: San Mames
Referee: Gil Manzano, Jesus
TV: Watch the game in your country
Hashtag: #ATHvRVM
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