LiontipsAthletic vs Real Madrid. Predictions and Betting Tips for La Liga
Command Analysis
In 2021 Athletic won a trophy - team became a holder of the Spanish Super Cup and then played in two finals of the Spanish Cup. Bilbao are always playing well in the domestic cup - Basques won Copa del Rey 24 times and they want to win the trophy once again in the current season.
Lions recorded five victories and nine draws in the current La Liga season, which brought 24 points and a 9th spot in the standings. Team's offensive line is not looking great, but they have a good defensive line. After a draw against Getafe (0:0) The Red-Whites were beaten by Sevilla (0:1) and on Sunday they managed to record a home victory over Betis (3:2).
The Red-Whites were losing in this match after the 52nd minute, but managed to earn a comeback victory. Williams scored a brace in this match.
Simon, Berchiche, Vivian, Villalibre and Nolaskoain won't feature in this match.
In this season Real had almost perfect Champions League group stage, but they suffered an unexpected home defeat to Sheriff. Madrid team beat Inter by five points and advanced into the playoffs.
In La Liga Galacticos got off to a relatively slow start, but eventually gained great form and now they are at the top of the standings with a solid lead. In 18 rounds of the current season Carlo Ancelotti's men recorded 13 victories and four draws, which brought 43 points, six points ahead of the nearest competitor.
Team's offensive line is looking great, they scored 39 goals, 13 of them were scored by Karim Benzema. After three consecutive victories over Athletic (1:0), Real Sociedad (2:0) and Atletico (2:0) capital team failed to beat Cadiz (0:0).
Carvajal won't be able to play due to a muscle injury. Bale, Lunin, Marcelo, Modric and Rodrygo won't play in this match.
Trends
СтавкаGoals in both halves - yes
In 2 out of 4 most recent head-to-head matches goals were scored in both halves
СтавкаCorrect score 1:3
Real won 4 out of 5 most recent head-to-head matches
СтавкаCorners: total under 9,5
This bet played in 3 out of 6 most recent matches of Athletic
СтавкаPenalty: no
In 2 out of 4 most recent matches of Madrid team no penalties were given
Tip and bets
Real have some problems with coronavirus, but almost all of key players will be able to play at Bilbao. Matches against Basques are always difficult for the Galacticos, but Madrid is in a great form now. We think that the Blancos will get themselves motivated for a match against the Lions and they should be able to get revenge over January matches in the Super Cup.
Our prediction - Real Madrid to win
In our opinion, capital club is much stronger than a modest Basque side. Moreover, hosts are in a poor form, so we offer to place a bet on Real.
Our second bet is on Real Madrid to win by two goals
