Eight place Espanyol are looking at their last best hope of qualifying for the Europa League spots this year, hosting Athletico Bilbao, six points ahead of them in seventh. For the home side, nothing but a win will do to close the gap, but they're going to have to work very hard to keep their guests off the scoresheet. Helping them out will be Fernando Llorente's absence - the Spanish international is fit only for a place on the bench. That said, life is much easier for Athletic Bilbao, who just need a draw to secure their Europa League dream next year.
Espanyol Vs. Athletic Bilbao: Lineups
Espanyol (4-2-3-1): Idriss Kameni; Francisco Torres, Raul Rodriguez, Jordio Armat, Emesto Galan; Javier Marquez, Verdu; Jose Maria Callejon, Ivan Alonso, Luis Garcia; Pablo Osvaldo.
Subsititues: Rui Fonte, David Lopz, Alvaro Vasquez, Dinu, Albert Canal, Thievy, Isaias.
Athletic Bilbao (4-2-3-1): Gorka Iraizoz; Xabier Castillo, Fernando Amorebieta, Borja Ekiza, Andoni Iraola; Javi Martinez, Carlos Gurpegui, Muniain, Ander Iturraspe, Susaeta; Gaizka Toquero.
Substitutes: Pablo Orbaiz, Igor Gablinondo, David Lopez, Fernando Llorente, Aldekoaotalora Ustaritz, Raul, Oscar.
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