In terms of performance, I see Atletico still superior to Bilbao. But both of them did show good play. Their last meeting was Atletico's victory with a score of 0-1.
If you look at the defensive play of both teams, Atletico is one of the best in La Liga right now. They are the team that has conceded the least goals right now. The match will definitely be interesting, I think my prediction is for Atletico.
You can't make any specific predictions about the game between Atletico Madrid and Atletico Club, there is a high chance of making a mistake. There are some specific reasons for this, in terms of recent form, their position in the points table and their ability to take the results in their favor. They are 3rd and 4th in the points table and the difference in points between them is only 5 points. Even if you look at the statistics of the last 5 matches, both teams are similar, in 5 matches both teams have 2 wins and 3 draws, taking a total of 9 points. Both teams have a strong defense and it is difficult to keep anyone ahead in terms of attacking. I can't say what the result of this match is going to be, but in terms of recent form in La Liga, Atletico Madrid can be positive for victory.
Games like this is always hard to predict, both teams have the same record in their last five games in the league, 3 draws, 2 wins and zero losses. With this statistics I'm tempted to go with the both teams to score option because in the league table, Athletic Club is just right behind Atletico Madrid with 5 points difference. I really don't think either team will want to lose. I will also consider the fact that Atletico Madrid will have it at the back of their mind that they will play Real Madrid in the Champions League on Tuesday, so that will make the coach and players to be cautious thereby giving Athletic Club the upper hand in their encounter tomorrow. I will still go with the both teams to score option in my predictions for the game.