Football Result

Aitana Bonmatí 2'
Ewa Pajor 21', 37'
Clàudia Pina 74', 89'
Esmee Brugts 90'+1'


Verification of the Result Prediction
Win
Draw
Win
62.5%
23.5%
14%
We made the right call.
Power Comparison in the League
1.05
0.56
Game Stats
Goals
6
0
Shots on Target
14
0
Shots
35
0
Possession
69%
31%
Fouls
9
4
Yellow Cards
0
1
Red Cards
0
0
Corners
15
0
Offsides
0
0
Saves
0
8
Team Formations
4-3-3
5-3-2


Location
Estadi Johan Cruyff, Sant Joan Despi, Spain
Attendance
5,552
Estimated Goal Scoring Chance
2025-05-19 | Game Summary

On May 18, 2025, Barcelona showcased their dominance in the Spanish Liga F with a resounding 6-0 victory over Athletic Club at Estadi Johan Cruyff. The match was largely one-sided, with Barcelona dictating play from the kickoff. Aitana Bonmatí opened the scoring early in the 2nd minute, setting the tone for the rest of the match. Ewa Pajor then added two more goals in the 21st and 37th minutes, solidifying Barcelona's lead. In the second half, Clàudia Pina scored twice in the 74th and 89th minutes, and Esmee Brugts completed the rout with a goal in added time.
Barcelona's dominance was evident in the statistics, with 69% possession and a total of 35 shots, 14 of which were on target. Athletic Club, in contrast, failed to register a single shot on or off target, highlighting their struggles to penetrate Barcelona's defense. Athletic Club's defensive formation of 5-3-2 was ultimately ineffective against Barcelona's attacking prowess. They only forced 8 saves from the Barcelona goalkeeper.
The AI's pre-game prediction of a Barcelona win was accurate, given their superior team rate and win probability. The AI correctly assessed that this would not be a balanced game, with Barcelona's strength proving too much for Athletic Club. Barcelona's current form is exceptional, as evidenced by their recent run of high-scoring victories in both the Liga F and the UEFA Women's Champions League. This win continues their trend of overwhelming opponents with both clinical finishing and staunch defensive play.
Athletic Club, on the other hand, has been inconsistent, with a mix of wins, losses, and draws in their recent matches. This defeat underscores their struggles against top-tier teams in the league. Barcelona's previous games saw them scoring a large number of goals. For example, they had a 9-0 victory over Real Betis. Athletic Club previous games saw them struggle to score. For example, they lost 1-0 against Atlético Madrid.
Looking ahead, Barcelona is set to face Atlético Madrid in the Spanish Copa de la Reina final. Given their recent form and dominance in previous head-to-head matches, Barcelona will be the favorites. Athletic Club has no scheduled next game. The head-to-head history between Barcelona and Atlético Madrid reveals Barcelona's dominance, having won the majority of their encounters. The last head-to-head game was also won by Barcelona 6-0. Barcelona's consistent performance and attacking strength will likely pose a significant challenge for Atlético Madrid in the upcoming final.

2025-05-17 | Pre-game insights

The AI anticipates a Barcelona victory in their upcoming Spanish Liga F clash against Athletic Club on May 18, 2025, at the Estadi Johan Cruyff. The AI gives Barcelona a 62.5% chance of winning compared to Athletic Club's 14.0%. A draw has a 23.5% probability. Barcelona, with a team strength rate of 1.05, appears to be the clear favorite against Athletic Club, who have a rate of 0.56.
Barcelona's recent form has been exceptional, including a stunning 9-0 victory over Real Betis and a 4-1 dismantling of Chelsea in the UEFA Women's Champions League. Key players like Alexia Putellas and Claudia Pina are expected to lead the charge, with their exceptional skill and goal-scoring ability. Athletic Club, despite a recent win against Espanyol, has struggled for consistency, losing to Atlético Madrid. The last head-to-head games heavily favor Barcelona. The AI's prediction suggests another dominant performance from the Catalan giants. All eyes will be on Estadi Johan Cruyff to see if the AI is correct.