On October 16, 2026, the Bizkaia-Araba edition of the Mundo Deportivo newspaper focuses on Athletic Bilbao's next match with Valencia CF at the Mestalla Stadium. The cover highlights the fact that it will be the Lions team's last game at the rival's current stadium, before its move to the new headquarters that will open in the following season.
Athletic, which has maintained a winning streak in its visits to the Mestalla, is preparing for a duel that promises to be decisive for league classification. The Basque club has reinforced its squad with the arrival of several young players during the winter transfer window, which has increased the expectation of a solid performance in tomorrow's match.
Valencia, for its part, seeks to consolidate its position in the table and avoid falling into the relegation zone. The coach has emphasized the need to maintain tactical discipline and take advantage of scoring opportunities that arise. The team has suffered some recent injuries, but has a large enough squad to meet the challenge.
The match will take place at 8:00 p.m., and a record attendance is expected at the Mestalla Stadium, with local and Bilbao fans cheering on their teams. The local media have organized special coverage, with previous analysis and interviews with key players from both teams.
With the season approaching its end, this match will be crucial in determining the fate of both clubs in the standings. Tomorrow's result will not only mark the Lions' last visit to the Mestalla, but will also influence the league positions and the teams' morale for the final matches.