This weekend, we focus on three exciting La Liga matches, offering in-depth betting insights and analysis for each encounter.
But first, let’s review the current outright market prices: Real Madrid are strong favourites at 8/13, despite sitting 2nd in the standings, closely followed by table-toppers Barcelona at 5/4. Atlético Madrid enters the equation at 18/1, while the remainder of the teams are listed at 125/1 or better.
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SATURDAY
REAL MADRID v BARCELONA – Click here to bet
This Saturday, all eyes will be on the Santiago Bernabéu as Real Madrid take on arch-rivals Barcelona in the latest edition of El Clásico. With both teams likely to finish in the top two come the end of the season, we can expect a fierce battle, knowing that both will be chasing the ultimate prize: the La Liga title.
Real Madrid head into this clash full of confidence, having secured a hard-fought 2-1 victory away to Celta Vigo last weekend. That win extended their unbeaten run in the league to ten consecutive matches this season, with 7 wins and 3 draws, taking their overall tally to 24 points from a possible 30. Despite their unbeaten streak, they sit directly behind Saturday’s opposition and current league leaders, Barcelona, separated by only 3 points. Los Blancos have been clinical at the Bernabéu this season, having secured 5 consecutive league wins while scoring 14 goals in the process. With star players like Jude Bellingham, Kylian Mbappé, and Vinícius Júnior to call upon, Carlo Ancelotti will be eager to see his team deliver a commanding performance in hopes of closing the gap at the top of the standings.
Meanwhile, Barcelona arrives in the capital in solid form, following their comprehensive 5-1 win over Sevilla last weekend. The Catalan giants find themselves at the summit of the table with 27 points after 10 matches. Having showcased their attacking prowess with an impressive 33 goals already this season—18 of which were scored on the road—Hansi Flick’s men will enter Madrid with nothing to fear, despite failing to achieve success in their last two visits to the Bernabéu. With Robert Lewandowski leading the line with 10 goals scored this season, including a brace last weekend, and a solid defensive unit that has conceded just 7 goals all season, Barcelona will aim to extend their advantage at the top and make a statement of their own this weekend.
Head-to-Head
Last season, Real Madrid completed a league double over Barcelona, winning 3-2 in this fixture and 2-1 in the reverse encounter.
Betting
Real Madrid 1/1
Draw 3/1
Barcelona 12/5
Prediction
In such a high-stakes encounter, form can often go out the window, prompting a look at alternative options. This clash definitely fits that description, so instead of focusing on the outright market, let’s shift our attention to goals. With both teams firing up front this season and a rich history of high-scoring matches between them, backing both teams to score and three or more goals to feature seems like a solid option. This market has proven profitable in all four of their last meetings.
Suggested Bet: Totals and Both Teams to Score, Over 2.5 and yes at 7/10
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SUNDAY
GETAFE v VALENCIA – Click here to bet
This Sunday, we turn our attention to the Coliseum Alfonso Pérez, where Getafe host Valencia in what promises to be a tightly contested La Liga encounter. With both teams languishing at the bottom end of the table, and with just a few points separating them, this fixture could have a big impact further down the line.
Getafe come into this game on the back of a solid 1-1 draw away to Villarreal, extending their unbeaten run to three matches. Positioned 16th in the table with 9 points from 10 games, José Bordalás’ side has been defensively solid, conceding just 8 goals this season. At home, they’ve been tough to break down, as they are yet to lose in the league, registering 1 win and 4 draws. They have kept 3 clean sheets and conceded just twice in their 4 matches at the Coliseum. However, Getafe will need to find more in attack if they are to climb the table, having found the back of the net only 7 times this season, with 5 of those goals scored on home soil.
Valencia, meanwhile, find themselves at the bottom of the table in 20th place, with just 6 points from their opening 10 matches. Having secured only 2 points in their last 4 league appearances, Rubén Baraja’s side appears to be in a rough patch, failing to register a single win since last month. Monday’s 3-2 defeat to Las Palmas at home was particularly painful, and with Pepelu receiving his marching orders in that match, he will miss this game as well as the upcoming fixture against Real Madrid. With only 7 goals scored so far, Valencia have struggled to find the back of the net consistently, which is compounded by their defensive issues, having conceded 16 goals to date. Unsurprisingly, Los Che have the worst away record in La Liga, earning just 1 point while conceding 10 goals in their 5 away matches. This makes Sunday’s clash a daunting prospect for the visitors given their current run of form.
Head-to-Head
Last season, Getafe secured a 1-0 victory in this fixture, while Valencia returned the favour by winning the reverse match with the same score line of 1-0.
Betting
Getafe 5/4
Draw 21/10
Valencia 27/10
Prediction
Another close contest is expected between these two, despite Valencia’s fragile state at the back. With both teams struggling up front and languishing at the bottom of the table, fans should anticipate a real arm-wrestle between sides that have yet to ignite their respective campaigns.
Suggested Bet: Double Chance and Totals, Getafe/Draw and under 2.5 at 15/20
REAL BETIS v ATLÉTICO MADRID – Click here to bet
Real Betis welcomes Atlético Madrid to the Estadio Benito Villamarín this Sunday for an exciting La Liga showdown. With both teams starting off their campaigns in promising fashion, this promises to be a gripping encounter between these two quality sides.
Pushing for a top-four place this season, Real Betis enter week 11 on the back of a thrilling 2-1 victory away to Osasuna, a result that lifted them to 7th in the standings with 15 points from 10 games. Manuel Pellegrini’s men have been strong at home this season, recording 3 wins, 1 draw, and 1 defeat in 5 matches at the Villamarín. Defensively, the Big Greens have also been solid throughout their campaign, conceding a total of 9 goals, with only 4 of those coming at home. Despite their impressive start, Sunday’s opponents have had the upper hand over the years, with Betis managing to secure just two points at home from their last five meetings against Atlético Madrid. This weekend, they will be hoping for a better outcome, knowing that a victory over the mighty Rojiblancos has eluded them since 2019.
Atlético Madrid arrive in Seville in excellent form, sitting 3rd in the table with 20 points. Diego Simeone’s side remains unbeaten in La Liga this season, boasting a formidable defence that has conceded just 6 goals so far—the best in the division. Last weekend’s 3-1 win over Leganés extended Los Rojiblancos’ impressive run to 10 league matches, consisting of 5 wins and 5 draws. They will be eager to maintain this momentum and keep pace with the two heavyweights, Barcelona and Real Madrid, directly above them in the standings. Atlético’s threat on the counter, combined with their defensive solidity, makes them a challenging opponent for any team. With a particularly strong record in Seville, Atlético will fancy their chances of securing their 6th league win of the season and their third victory from their last four visits to the Villamarín.
Head-to-Head
Last season, both teams settled for a point apiece in a goalless 0-0 draw in this fixture, while Atlético Madrid secured a 2-1 victory in the reverse encounter.
Betting
Real Betis 22/10
Draw 9/4
Atlético Madrid 11/8
Prediction
While everything suggests a relatively low-scoring affair on Sunday, I’m not convinced that will be the case. Real Betis has the ability to challenge Atlético’s defence, particularly at home, where they have scored in every match this season. Given Atlético’s favourable record in Seville over the years, they will certainly fancy walking away with something to show for their efforts.
Suggested Bet: Double Chance and Both Teams to Score, Draw/Atlético Madrid and yes at 16/10
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