Real Madrid vs Athletic Club live streaming, prediction: Kick off date, time, where to watch La Liga 2023/24 in US

Real Madrid is set to kick off their new season with an opening match against Athletic Club on Saturday. However, ahead of the new La Liga campaign, Carlo Ancelotti faces a significant challenge. Thibaut Courtois will be absent for the San Mamés trip and a substantial portion of the 2023-24 season due to an ACL injury sustained during a training session on Thursday.

La Liga 2023/24

In the previous La Liga season, Real Madrid secured the second position, trailing the champions and arch-rivals Barcelona by a margin of 10 points. Despite this, they managed to clinch the Copa del Rey title, marking their first victory in the tournament in nine years. Athletic Club has consistently held the eighth spot in the league standings over recent years, and under the guidance of Ernesto Valverde, they aim to propel the Basque powerhouse towards success in European competitions.


In terms of player changes, Inigo Martinez has departed, whereas Nico and Inaki Williams remain with Bilbao. Real Madrid embarks on a new chapter without their former star player, Karim Benzema. The team has welcomed new additions including Jude Bellingham, Arda Guler, and Fran Garcia. Additionally, Joselu and Brahim Diaz are further enhancing Ancelotti's choices.

Real Madrid vs Athletic Club Live Streaming, Kick Off Date, Time

For those eager to watch Real Madrid vs Athletic Club La Liga match, the soccer game is scheduled for Saturday, August 12, at 3:30 pm (ET) and will take place at San Mamés in Bilbao, Spain. The La Liga match between Real Madrid and Athletic Club can be watched on ABC, or alternatively, streamed live on fubo (with a free trial available).

While this fixture poses potential challenges for Real Madrid, their roster appears promising enough on paper to secure a favorable outcome. Nonetheless, the absence of Courtois will undoubtedly have a notable impact, weakening the defensive line unexpectedly, a setback that wasn't foreseen especially amidst their pursuit of Kylian Mbappe.

Real Madrid vs Athletic Club Prediction

In anticipation of the match's result, the prediction stands at Real Madrid 2 - Athletic Club 1.

FAQs

Q1. When is Real Madrid vs Athletic Club La Liga soccer match?
A1. For those eager to watch Real Madrid vs Athletic Club La Liga match, the soccer game is scheduled for Saturday, August 12, at 3:30 pm (ET) and will take place at San Mamés in Bilbao, Spain.

Q2. Where can I watch Real Madrid vs Athletic Club La Liga soccer match?
A2. The La Liga match between Real Madrid and Athletic Club can be watched on ABC, or alternatively, streamed live on fubo (with a free trial available).