Athletic Club vs Celta Vigo: La Liga Match Preview
The La Liga clash at Estadio de San Mamés in Bilbao is scheduled for 17 May 2026. Athletic Club host Celta Vigo in Regular Season - 37, with the home side currently 9th on 44 points and Celta Vigo 6th on 50 points, pushing for Europa League via the league phase.
Athletic Club Availability
Athletic Club face several concerns.
- Oihan Sancet (Muscle Injury) is sidelined.
- Dani Vivian (Ankle Injury) is sidelined.
- Nico Williams (Injury) is sidelined.
- Yuri Berchiche (Leg Injury) is doubtful.
- B. Prados Diaz (Knee Injury) is doubtful.
With Nico Williams a key attacking outlet from midfield and Sancet an important creative presence, these absences could significantly reduce Athletic Club’s threat between the lines.
Celta Vigo Availability
Celta Vigo also have notable issues.
- Miguel Román (Foot Injury) is sidelined.
- C. Starfelt (Back Injury) is sidelined.
- I. Moriba (Knee Injury) is doubtful.
- M. Vecino (Muscle Injury) is doubtful.
Crucially, top scorer Borja Iglesias (14 league goals, 2 assists) is available, preserving Celta Vigo’s main attacking focal point, while leading creator Javi Rueda (6 assists, 2 goals) is also fit to feature.
Impact Summary
Athletic Club lose important creativity and wing threat, while Celta Vigo’s main damage is in defensive depth and midfield rotation. In terms of pure attacking output, Celta Vigo arrive closer to full strength, with their primary goal and assist sources available.
