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Athletic Club vs Celta Vigo Match Preview: La Liga Showdown

Athletic Club host Celta Vigo at Estadio de San Mamés in Bilbao on 17 May 2026 in La Liga, Regular Season - 37. Athletic Club arrive 9th on 44 points, while Celta Vigo sit 6th with 50 points and a positive goal difference of 4.

Athletic Club Availability

Athletic Club face multiple absences.

  • 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.

The loss of Nico Williams is a major blow to Athletic Club’s attacking threat, removing one of their most dynamic wide options in the final third.

Celta Vigo Availability

Celta Vigo also have concerns.

  • Miguel Román (Foot Injury) is sidelined.
  • C. Starfelt (Back Injury) is sidelined.
  • I. Moriba (Knee Injury) is doubtful.
  • M. Vecino (Muscle Injury) is doubtful.

Impact Summary

Celta Vigo retain their leading scorer Borja Iglesias, whose 14 league goals and 2 assists underpin an attack that has produced 51 goals. His availability maintains most of Celta Vigo’s attacking output despite midfield doubts. Athletic Club, already with only 40 goals scored, are more heavily hit by the absence of Nico Williams, reducing their pace and creativity in wide areas.

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