Athletic Club vs Celta Vigo: Match Preview and Availability

Athletic Club host Celta Vigo at Estadio de San Mamés, Bilbao, on 17 May 2026 in La Liga Regular Season - 37. Athletic currently sit 9th on 44 points, while Celta Vigo are 6th with 50 points and pushing for Europa League via the league phase.

Athletic Club Availability

Athletic face multiple concerns. Oihan Sancet (Muscle Injury) is sidelined. Dani Vivian (Ankle Injury) is sidelined, weakening central defence options. Nico Williams (Injury) is sidelined, a major blow to Athletic’s attacking threat from wide areas. Yuri Berchiche (Leg Injury) is doubtful, leaving left-back depth in question. B. Prados Diaz (Knee Injury) is doubtful and may miss out in midfield rotation.

Celta Vigo Availability

Celta also travel with issues. Miguel Román (Foot Injury) is sidelined. C. Starfelt (Back Injury) is sidelined, removing an experienced defensive presence. I. Moriba (Knee Injury) is doubtful in midfield. M. Vecino (Muscle Injury) is doubtful, potentially depriving Celta of an important box-to-box option.

Impact Summary

Athletic’s absences primarily hit their creativity and wing threat, especially with Nico Williams sidelined. Celta Vigo, however, retain key attacking contributors: top scorer Borja Iglesias (14 goals, 2 assists) and leading creator Javi Rueda (6 assists, 2 goals) are both available, preserving much of their attacking output despite defensive and midfield losses.