We examine three upcoming La Liga matches this coming weekend where we suggest a bet in each game.
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SATURDAY
VALENCIA v REAL BETIS– Click here to bet
Valencia currently sits 7th on the table and aims to use this fixture to bolster their European aspirations for next season. With just a 3-point gap behind Real Sociedad, they understand the significance of their remaining home games, especially with four left at Estadio de Mestalla. Every point could prove crucial. Valencia is in good form, securing back-to-back league wins and maintaining a clean sheet for the fifth consecutive game. Their home record has been consistent too, with eight wins, five draws, and just two losses to date.
Valencia have averaged 1.2 goals per game at home this season, with under 2.5 goals arriving in 66.6% of those encounters (10 out of 15)
Real Betis currently sits 8th on the table, with only 2 points separating them from their opponents this Saturday. They could potentially join the race for European competition next season, given the tight competition for Europa Conference placement. The Green and Whites come into the match against Valencia following a 2-1 win over Celta Vigo, a much-needed result after four consecutive defeats. However, Betis hasn’t performed as well as they would have liked away from home, with three wins, six draws, and six defeats so far.
Real Betis have averaged 1 goal per game this season away from home, with under 2.5 goals arriving in 60% of those encounters (9 out of 15)
Head-to-Head
Real Betis won the reverse fixture 3-0 earlier on this season with Valencia winning 3-0 in this fixture last season.
Verdict
Valencia has shown resilience in defence lately, with an impressive streak of keeping clean sheets. Considering the significance of this fixture and the closely contested nature of the two teams in the league, this match could indeed become a real battle. However, we believe the hosts have the edge in what promises to be a tightly contested affair.
Suggested Bet: Full Time Result, Valencia at 5/4
GIRONA v CADIZ CF– Click here to bet
Girona has surpassed all expectations this season as they aim to secure Champions League qualification for next season. Currently sitting 3rd on the table, the White and Reds hold a comfortable lead over Champions League hopefuls Athletic Bilbao, who are in 5th place with an eight-point gap between them. Despite a recent 3-1 loss to Atlético Madrid, Girona has had some struggles, losing five of their last eight league matches. However, it’s worth noting that all five of those losses occurred away from home. At their own stadium, their record has been outstanding. With three consecutive victories, Girona boasts twelve wins, two draws, and just one loss on home soil.
Girona have averaged an impressive 2.53 goals per game at home this season, with over 2.5 goals arriving in 66.6% of those encounters (10 out of 15)
Cadiz CF will be hoping for a slip-up from the hosts on Saturday as they aim to revive their chances of surviving in La Liga. Currently sitting 18th on the table, the yellow submarines face an uphill battle to stay afloat for the remainder of the season. They travel to Girona this Saturday after a recent 1-0 defeat to Barcelona at home, marking their fourteenth loss of the season. Their away form has been particularly poor, with no wins, six draws, and nine losses to date.
Cadiz CF have averaged 0.46 goals per game this season away from home, with under 2.5 goals arriving in 86.6% of those games (13 out of 15)
Head-to-Head
Girona won the reverse fixture 1-0 earlier this season with this fixture resulting in a 1-1 draw last season.
Verdict
Despite recent setbacks, Girona should have the upper hand against Cadiz, especially considering the visitors’ lack of attacking prowess. Girona has been exceptional at home throughout the season and should move closer to securing a top-four spot with a victory in this match
Suggested Bet: Girona win to nil, Yes at 5/4
SUNDAY
REAL MADRID v BARCELONA– Click here to bet
This Sunday marks the return of ElClásico, promising a thrilling clash between Spanish giants Real Madrid and Barcelona. Real Madrid, the hosts, currently lead the league standings with an impressive eight-point advantage over Barcelona. With their place secured in the Champions League semi-finals they can now focus on this crucial match, knowing its significance in the league title race. Real Madrid continued their unbeaten run in the league, with thirty wins from thirty-one appearances, including a 1-0 away victory against Mallorca last weekend. At home, they’ve been formidable, boasting thirteen wins and two draws without a single defeat so far this season.
Real Madrid have averaged an impressive 2.46 goals per game at home this season, with over 2.5 goals arriving in 53.3% of those games (8 out of 15)
Barcelona finds themselves in 2nd place on the table, with an eight-point gap separating them from their opponents this Sunday. All attention now turns to the crucial clash at the Bernabéu Stadium, where Barcelona faces Real Madrid, knowing that anything less than a win could severely dent their hopes of retaining the league title. Following their elimination from the Champions League after a 4-6 aggregate loss to PSG, Barcelona understands the importance of this encounter in the league race. Currently on a four-game winning streak in the league, Barcelona secured a 1-0 victory against Cadiz last weekend, extending their unbeaten run to ten games. Away from home, Barcelona remains undefeated, boasting the second-best record in the league with nine wins, six draws, and zero losses.
Barcelona have averaged 1.86 goals per game this season away from home, with over 2.5 goals arriving in 60% of those games (9 out of 15)
Head-to-Head
Real Madrid won the reverse fixture 2-1 earlier on this season and won 3-1 in this fixture last season.
Verdict
Despite both teams reflecting staunch defensive records on the domestic front recently, this should be an entertaining game to watch. The hosts were involved in a gruelling encounter on Wednesday, finally overcoming Man City on penalties to secure their place in the Champions League semi-finals, an angle the visitors could potentially expose on Sunday. While it’s doubtful that Barcelona will be able to secure maximum points on the weekend, given Madrid’s impressive home record, a score draw could prove to be profitable on the day.
Suggested Bet: Result and both teams to score, Draw and yes at 7/2
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