This weekend, we take a look at three La Liga matches, offering betting insights and detailed analysis for each game.
But first, let’s review the current outright market prices: Real Madrid remain firm favourites at 5/10, with Barcelona closely followed at 15/10. Atlético Madrid has drifted further to 18/1, while the rest of the field is listed at 50/1 or better.
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SATURDAY
OSASUNA v BARCELONA– Click here to bet
Osasuna, unbeaten at home in Pamplona, will host Barcelona this weekend as they aim to extend their strong start to the season. The Reds sit 7th in the table with 11 points, having recorded 3 wins, 2 draws, and 2 losses so far. In midweek action, Osasuna travelled to Valencia, where they secured their first away point of the season with a hard-fought 0-0 draw. This Saturday, they face their toughest challenge yet, as they prepare to take on a Barcelona side currently dominating La Liga.
Table-toppers Barcelona travel to Pamplona this weekend, aiming to extend their remarkable winning streak to eight. The Blaugrana have been in scintillating form, racking up seven consecutive victories and netting 23 goals along the way, placing them firmly at the top of the table with 21 points. With European football looming next week, Barcelona will need to carefully balance their domestic duties with their Champions League commitments, adding an extra layer of intrigue to this weekend’s encounter.
Head-to-Head
Last season, Barcelona completed a double over Osasuna, first claiming a 1-0 win in the reverse fixture, followed by a 2-1 victory in this corresponding match.
Betting
Osasuna 11/2
Draw 15/4
Barcelona 40/85
Prediction
Barcelona appears tough to oppose, given their current rich vein of form. However, the hosts will undoubtedly put up a strong fight, considering their impressive home performances this season. The prospect of both teams finding the net, with Barcelona securing their 8th consecutive league win, looks appealing, especially at favourable odds.
Suggested Bet: Result And Both Teams To Score, Barcelona And Yes at 18/10
SUNDAY
ATHLETIC BILBAO v SEVILLA– Click here to bet
Third meets twelfth this Sunday as Athletic Bilbao aim for their fourth consecutive domestic win when they host Sevilla at the Estadio San Mamés. The Lions enter week 8 on the back of a commanding 3-1 victory over Celta Vigo, taking their tally to 8 goals in their last 3 league matches. It’s been a strong campaign for Los Leones, and they’ll look to exploit Sevilla’s vulnerabilities, especially after the visitors suffered a 2-1 defeat in their most recent away trip last weekend.
Still searching for consistency, Sevilla travel to Bilbao this weekend, aiming to improve their fortunes on the road after last weekend’s first away defeat. In midweek, Sevilla secured their second win of the season with a 2-1 victory over Valladolid, lifting them to 12th place with 8 points from 7 games. Despite this, the White and Reds have struggled to find momentum, having yet to secure consecutive league wins. After making little impact in this fixture both home and away last season, Sevilla will need a slice of luck to overcome their in-form opponents, who are clearly relishing their football at the moment.
Head-to-Head
Last season, Athletic Bilbao completed a double over Sevilla, first claiming a 2-0 victory in the reverse fixture, followed by another 2-0 win in this corresponding match.
Betting
Athletic Bilbao 8/11
Draw 28/10
Sevilla 4/1
Prediction
Despite the quick turnaround following their European encounter on Thursday, Athletic Bilbao seems to be the team to back in this match. As previously mentioned, Sevilla have struggled with consistency and are likely to follow up this week’s positive result with a defeat this Sunday.
Suggested Bet: Full Time Result, Athletic Bilbao at 8/11
ATLETICO MADRID v REAL MADRID– Click here to bet
Undoubtedly, the clash of the weekend in Spain is the Madrid Derby, where Atlético Madrid will face Real Madrid at the Metropolitano Stadium on match day 8 of the season. Currently, the Red and Whites sit in fourth place with 12 points from 6 games, but they have the opportunity to leapfrog Athletic Bilbao if they secure a victory against Celta Vigo on Thursday evening before hosting Los Blancos on Sunday. Last weekend, Atlético could only manage a 1-1 draw away to Rayo Vallecano, which ended their recent winning streak of three consecutive victories. At home, they have demonstrated their usual strength, remaining unbeaten this season with 2 wins and 1 draw. Notably, Diego Simeone’s men have yet to concede a goal at home in the league while averaging 2 goals per game, making Sunday’s encounter between these two Spanish giants all the more intriguing.
Last season’s runaway league winners, Real Madrid, make the short trip to the Metropolitano Stadium this Sunday, looking to maintain their unbeaten run in this season’s campaign. Fresh off a thrilling 3-2 victory midweek at home against Alavés, Carlo Ancelotti’s men have now registered 5 consecutive victories in all competitions, placing them 2nd in the league with 5 wins and 2 draws to date. However, this weekend’s clash will certainly test Los Blancos, as they have yet to find their rhythm away from home, with just 1 win and 2 draws in their travels so far. Additionally, with European football looming just three days later when they face Lille in France, it will be interesting to see whether Ancelotti opts to rest key players, given the intensity usually associated with these Madrid Derbies.
Head-to-Head
Last season, Real Madrid secured a 2-1 victory in the reverse encounter, while Atlético Madrid responded with a 3-1 win in this fixture.
Betting
Atlético Madrid 18/10
Draw 5/2
Real Madrid 15/10
Prediction
This encounter has historically proven to be extremely difficult to predict, and this Sunday’s game appears too close to call. Considering how both teams have performed leading up to the derby, a wager on both sides settling for a point apiece could prove to be profitable.
Suggested Bet: Full Time Result, Draw at 5/2
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Note: All prices correct at the time of writing but are subject to change
