Valencia and Athletic Bilbao are "historic" clubs in La Liga, often competing for European spots and domestic silverware. Across 197 total meetings, the head-to-head record is remarkably tight: Valencia holds a slight edge with compared to Athletic's 73 victories . In league play specifically, they have met 180 times, with Valencia winning 68 matches and Athletic winning 66. Head-to-Head Record (All Competitions) Valencia CF Athletic Bilbao Total Wins League Wins Draws Copa del Rey Titles Recent Form and Key 2025–26 Results
The historic rivalry between Valencia CF and Athletic Bilbao (Athletic Club) is one of the most enduring fixtures in Spanish football, featuring two of the most successful clubs in the country's history. Historical Context and Rivalry Valencia vs A.Bilbao
Valencia secured a 2-0 victory at the Mestalla with goals from Baptiste Santamaria and Hugo Duro. Valencia and Athletic Bilbao are "historic" clubs in
Valencia has struggled for consistency this season, currently sitting in in La Liga with 39 points as of April 2026. Athletic Bilbao is slightly higher in 9th place with 41 points. Key Players to Watch Athletic Bilbao is slightly higher in 9th place
Athletic Bilbao is currently favored with a 52.9% win probability . Valencia 2-0 Athletic (Sep 20, 2025) Game Analysis - ESPN
In the current 2025–26 campaign, the two sides have met twice with split results:
The two teams are scheduled to meet again shortly for their final league clash of the season: May 10, 2026 Venue: San Mamés Stadium