We’ll be examining three upcoming La Liga matches this coming weekend and suggesting a bet in each game.
Let’s start by taking a look at the outright betting for La Liga. Real Madrid look destined for the title, but at 1/50, there’s not much appeal. Nearest rivals Barcelona are priced at 15/1, with the rest of the field priced at 150/1 or better. However, there are various other exotic markets like top 4, bottom 3, and top goalscorer that may pique your interest.
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SATURDAY
BARCELONA v LAS PALMAS– Click here to bet
Barcelona is currently 2nd on the table, 8 points adrift of runaway leaders Real Madrid. Their most recent league encounter resulted in an impressive 3-0 win over Atlético Madrid, securing much-needed three points. With nineteen wins, seven draws and three losses in the league, the Blaugrana will play host to Las Palmas in the late kick-off this coming Saturday, hoping to extend their recent unbeaten run of eight games in the league. While Barcelona have generally been solid at home, they have shown signs of complacency at times, registering eleven wins, one draw, and three losses, resulting in a positive goal difference of 14.
The Blaugrana have averaged 2.2 goals per game this season at home, with over 2.5 goals arriving in 64% of those games (9 out of 15)
Las Palmas is currently 11th on the table, with ten wins, seven draws and twelve losses. They head into this encounter on the back of a 1-0 loss to Almeria. That result means they have now suffered back-to-back defeats in the league, having registered just one win in their last six fixtures. Away from home, the Yellow’s have not fared all that well either, with just four wins, three draws and seven losses, resulting in a goal difference of negative seven.
The Yellow’s have averaged 0.86 goals per game this season away from home, with under 2.5 goals arriving in 71% of those games (10 out of 14)
Barcelona won the reverse fixture 2-1 this season and Barcelona won 3-0 in this fixture last season.
The Catalan giants know that to make progress at the top, they need maximum points from games like these. Las Palmas has struggled on their travels, making it hard to make a case for them here. With difficulties in scoring goals and a poor record against Barcelona, I strongly lean towards a comfortable home win.
Recommended Bet: Barcelona To Win To Nil, Yes at 5/4
SUNDAY
GIRONA v REAL BETIS– Click here to bet
Girona have exceeded all expectations this season, but their journey onto bigger ventures is yet to be decided. Chasing down Champions League qualification, the White and Reds will know they still have work to do if they are to make their dream a reality. Currently 3rd on the table with 62 points, means that Atlético Madrid are chasing shadows at this moment in time. With nineteen wins, five draws and five losses, Girona knows their fate is very much in their hands despite showing glimpses of panic. Their most recent 1-0 loss away to Getafe means they have now lost three of their last five league appearances. However, they can take heart from the fact that the other two were played at home, where they registered a win on both accounts. Taking their home tally to an impressive eleven wins, two draws and one loss, resulting in a goal difference of positive fifteen.
Girona have averaged an impressive 2.5 goals per game at home this season, with over 2.5 goals arriving in 64.2% of those games (9 out of 14)
Real Betis are currently 7th on the table with 42 points, 4 points adrift of Europa Conference League qualifiers. With ten wins, twelve draws and seven losses, Los Verdiblancos enter this game on the back of a 2-0 loss away to Rayo Vallecano, meaning they have now registered three straight losses, severely hampering their European ambitions. Away from home is where things have gone a bit pear-shaped, having registered just three wins, six draws and five losses, resulting in a goal difference of negative seven.
Real Betis have averaged 1.42 goals per game away from home this season, with under 2.5 goals arriving in 64.2% of those games (9 out of 14).
The reverse fixture finished 1-1 this season, with Real Betis winning 2-1 in this fixture last season.
Real Betis have had Girona’s measure over the years, having met thirteen times and registering ten wins, but with Girona overshadowing their opponents by twenty points, it suggests the tides have swiftly turned. With their near-perfect home record, the hosts can go one step closer to realizing their Champions League aspirations.
Recommended Bet: Full Time Result, Girona at 15/20
DEPORTIVO ALAVES v REAL SOCIEDAD– Click here to bet
Deportivo Alaves currently occupies 13th spot on the table, 10 points above the relegation zone with 32 points. With eight wins, eight draws and thirteen defeats, the Babazorros will host Real Sociedad on the back of a 2-0 loss away to Athletic Bilbao. As a result, they enter this weekend having registered just one win from their last seven league appearances. At home, their performance has been somewhat better with six wins, three draws, and five defeats, resulting in a negative 1-goal difference deficit.
The Babazorros have averaged 1.07 goals per game at home this season, with under 2.5 goals arriving in 78.5% of those games (11 out of 14)
Real Sociedad is currently 6th on the log with 46 points, currently in a qualifying position for the Europa Conference League next season. They visit Estadio Mendizorrotza this Sunday having registered back-to-back wins, improving their overall campaign. The White and Blues will want to extend their recent run of form and apply pressure on Atlético Madrid, who are directly above them, for better European football placings. Real Sociedad boasts the fourth-best record away from home, having registered six wins, five draws and four losses, resulting in a positive 5-goal difference.
Real Sociedad have averaged 1.5 goals per game this season away from home, with over 2.5 goals arriving in 60% of those games (9 out of 15)
The reverse fixture resulted in a 1-1 draw between these two earlier this season.
Deportivo Alaves have struggled to garner any momentum lately, while their opponents arrive on back-to-back wins. The hosts look relatively safe from the drop, while Real Sociedad still have European ambitions to consider. Motivation could be decisive, especially considering that the visitors will have more incentive.
Recommended Bet: Full Time Result, Real Sociedad to win at 29/20
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