2021-22 Spanish Copa del Rey – Semi-Final – Athletic Bilbao vs Valencia Preview & Prediction

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THE FACTS

When is Athletic Bilbao vs Valencia taking place? Athletic Bilbao vs Valencia will take place on Thursday 10th February, 2022 at 20:30 (UK)

Where is Athletic Bilbao vs Valencia taking place? Athletic Bilbao vs Valencia will take place at San Mamés Barria in Bilbao

Where can I get tickets for Athletic Bilbao vs Valencia? Ticket information for Athletic Bilbao vs Valencia can be found on each club’s official website

What TV channel is Athletic Bilbao vs Valencia on in the UK? Athletic Bilbao vs Valencia will be televised live on Premier Sports

Where can I stream Athletic Bilbao vs Valencia in the UK? Premier Sport Subscribers can stream Athletic Bilbao vs Valencia live on Premier Player

THE PREDICTION

Marcelino’s style of football is not quite to the level of Bordalas’ aggression but it is by no means overwhelmingly pretty. The former Valencia boss managed in two Copa del Rey finals with Athletic and also won the competition at his former club, too. He has a spell over this tournament. Jose Bordalas’ Valencia haven’t quite replicated the ferocity and, at times, tediously gamesmanship nature of his Getafe but the visitors have been in reasonable form of late. A low-scoring encounter is expected, especially given it is only the first-leg, but high booking points would appear a good bet for this one.