We’ll be examining three upcoming La Liga matches this coming weekend where we suggest a bet in each game.
Let’s begin by taking a look at the outright betting for La Liga. Real Madrid are all but guaranteed to win the title, but at 1/50, there’s not much appeal. Nearest rivals Barcelona are priced at 22/1, with the rest of the field priced at 250/1 or better. However, there are various other exotic markets like top 4, bottom 3 and top goalscorer that may interest you.
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ATLÉTICO MADRID v GIRONA– Click here to bet
Atlético Madrid will host Girona in what will undoubtedly be the clash of the weekend. Currently 4th on the table, they trail their opponents by seven points going into this encounter. With Champions League qualification hanging in the balance for next season, Atlético Madrid will need to find the right equilibrium, knowing they have the second leg away to Dortmund on Tuesday in Europe to contend with, along with domestic responsibilities. In terms of league performance, they enter week 31 on a winning note, having overcome Villarreal 2-1 away from home this past weekend. As hosts, they have been in superb form, boasting the second-best home record in the league with thirteen wins, one draw and one loss to date.
Atlético Madrid have averaged 2.26 goals per game this season at home, with over 2.5 goals arriving in 80% of those games (12 out of 15)
Girona arrive at Metropolitano Stadium, currently placed 3rd on the table, seven points ahead of their opponents. Given Atlético’s congested roster, the visitors will be hoping to improve their current run of form away from home by taking advantage of their opponent’s balancing act. Despite entering this all-important fixture on a winning note, beating Real Betis 3-2 over the weekend, they have recently shown some frailties on the road. With four league defeats in a row, their away record has taken a bit of a knock, despite having the third-best away record in the league with eight wins, three draws and four losses.
Girona have averaged 1.6 goals per game this season away from home, with over 2.5 goals arriving in 53.3% of those games (8 out of 15)
Head to Head
Girona won the reverse fixture 4-3 this season with Atlético Madrid coming out on top with a 2-1 victory in this fixture last season.
Despite their current poor form on the road, Girona will have a unique opportunity to capitalize on Atlético Madrid’s demanding schedule. This encounter has been entertaining to watch lately, and given the fixture’s importance, it’s unlikely that either team will hold back. This match looks like one where we should see goals from both ends.
Suggested Bet: Totals And Both Teams To Score, Over 2.5 And Yes at 17/2
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REAL MALLORCA v REAL MADRID– Click here to bet
Real Mallorca currently occupies 15th spot on the table, 6 points above the relegation zone with 31 points to their name. Registering six wins, thirteen draws and eleven defeats overall, the Pirates get to host runaway leaders, Real Madrid on the back of a 2-1 defeat to Athletic Bilbao in the Copa Del Ray this past weekend. On the league front, Real Mallorca are on an unbeaten run, having obtained four points from a possible six in their last two appearances. At home, they have fared relatively well, demonstrating their ability to secure important points in their fight against relegation. However, facing the formidable Real Madrid will undoubtedly be a tough challenge for them this Saturday.
Real Mallorca have averaged 0.93 goals per game this season at home, with under 2.5 goals arriving in 73.3% of those games (11 out of 15)
Real Madrid, currently leading the table, seem poised to secure their 36th La Liga title. With an eight-point advantage over their closest competitors, Barcelona, celebrations for Los Blancos appear imminent. They travel to face Real Mallorca following an exhilarating 3-3 draw in Europe against the reigning Champions League holders, Manchester City. Carlo Ancelotti’s squad last competed in the league on March 31, clinching a 2-0 victory over Athletic Bilbao. Real Madrid boasts the league’s top away record, with ten wins, four draws and only one defeat this season, accumulating 34 points out of a possible 45.
Real Madrid have averaged 1.93 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 1-0 earlier this season with Real Mallorca surprising Real Madrid by winning 1-0 in this fixture last season.
Real Madrid are on the brink of securing yet another league title and their awareness that the hosts have shown little in attack will undoubtedly give them the edge. Despite Champions League commitments just four days later for the Spanish giants, my preference is for Ancelotti’s boys to get the job done here
Suggested Bet: Full Time Result, Real Madrid at 15/20
CADIZ CF v BARCELONA– Click here to bet
Cadiz currently occupies 18th spot on the table with 25 points, teetering precariously close to relegation, with just 3 points separating them from Celta Vigo, who are directly above them. This emphasizes the significance of their remaining eight fixtures, which cannot be overstated. Currently on an unbeaten run of four at home, Cadiz will host Barcelona following a hard-fought 1-0 win over Granada this past weekend. They have registered four wins, seven draws and four defeats at home thus far. Given their recent run of form as hosts, this could potentially provide them with a glimmer of hope as they strive to secure crucial points in their battle to avoid relegation.
Cadiz CF have averaged 0.93 goals per game this season at home, with under 2.5 goals arriving in 66.6% of those games (10 out of 15)
Barcelona is currently 2nd on the table, with 8 points separating them from runaway leaders Real Madrid. Their most recent league encounter resulted in a 1-0 win over Las Palmas, securing yet another set of maximum points. With twenty wins, seven draws and three losses to date, the Blaugrana now shift their attention to Cadiz CF, hoping to continue their run of form in the evening kickoff this Saturday. Having registered back-to-back clean sheets in La Liga, Barcelona will be keen to continue that trend in the hopes of extending their recent unbeaten run of nine games on the domestic front. Away from home, Barcelona have yet to taste defeat, boasting the second-best stats in the league with eight wins, six draws and zero losses.
Barcelona have averaged 1.92 goals per game this season away from home, with over 2.5 goals arriving in 57.1% of those games (8 out of 14)
Head to Head
Barcelona won the reverse fixture 2-0 this season and Barcelona ran out comfortable 4-0 winners in this fixture last season.
The visitors will have no choice but to obtain maximum points here if they are to apply any pressure on Real Madrid. Encounters between these two have favoured the visitors, with Barcelona registering three consecutive wins over Cadiz. Interestingly, only one team has managed to get on the score sheet in their last four matchups, which could happen again considering Barcelona have tightened up considerably in their defence in recent league matches.
Suggested Bet: Both Teams To Score, No at 19/20
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