Athletic Bilbao vs Barcelona live stream: How to watch La Liga match online and on TV
Barcelona’s quest for a third consecutive league title begins tonight against Athletic Bilbao
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Your support makes all the difference.La Liga returns this evening as Spanish champions Fc Barcelona take on Athletic Bilbao in the opening game of the season.
Having reinforced their squad over the summer – adding the likes of Frenkie De Jong and Antoine Griezmann to their ranks – Barcelona stand as favourites to claim a third consecutive league title.
Athletic Bilbao finished eighth last season, missing out on a Europa League play-off spot to Espanyol only on goal difference, and a return to continental competition is the minimum requirement this year.
What time is kick off?
Athletic Bilbao vs Barcelona gets under way at the San Mamés Stadium at 8pm (BST).
Where can I watch it?
ITV acquired rights to La Liga at the 11th hour, with tonight’s match screened live for free on ITV4.
The match is also available to live stream online for free via the ITV Hub, as well as through TVPlayer, Virgin TV Anywhere and Sky Go.
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