Real Madrid vs Osasuna: prediction for the La Liga fixture
On October 2, the Blancos will host the Health for the La Liga clash. Do visitors have any chance? The answer is in our prediction.

Command Analysis

Real Madrid

In the previous season Real Madrid put up a dominating performance, winning not only the Spanish Super Cup, but also the Champions League. Team also got off to a great start in a new edition of that tournament - two victories brought a spot at the top of the standings.
Carlo Ancelotti's men are in a superb form at the start of La Liga season - six victories in six matches brought 18 points and a top spot in the standings.
After a victory over Mallorca (4:1) hosts also secured a victory over Atletico Madrid (2:1). It is a crucial win on the way to the title. Karim Benzema returned to training, while Modric got injured on international duty, but he is expected to come back in time for El Classico, which will take place on October 16. Lucas will also miss this game through a groin injury.

Osasuna

In the previous season Osasuna managed to finally gain momentum and to leave the bottom of the standings. Team finished the season at a respectable mid-table position.
Yagoba Arrasate's men got off to a strong start of a new season. The Reds secured four victories in six rounds, delivering 12 points and a 5th spot in the standings.
Team put up a weak offensive performance, scoring only seven goals. After a victory over Almeria (1:0) visitors suffered a defeat to Getafe (0:2). Oroz, Kike Saverio and Avila will miss the upcoming game.
Trends
СтавкаCorrect score 3:0
Real Madrid won 4 of 5 latest head-to-head matches

СтавкаGoals in both halves - yes
In four latest home matches of Real Madrid goals were scored in both halves

СтавкаCorners: total under 9,5
This bet played in 3 of 5 latest matches of the hosts

СтавкаPenalty: no
In 3 of 5 latest head-to-head matches no penalties were given

Tip and bets
We are expecting a cautious defensive performance from the visitors today - Yagoba Arrasate will try to contain the hosts and only a discipline on defense will help his team to do that. Visitors are unlikely to create many goal opportunities and their defense will probably fall apart after a first conceded goal. Real will most likely extend their 16-game unbeaten run at home.
Our prediction - Asian handicap (-1,5) on Real Madrid
We are expecting a strong offensive performance from the hosts today. In 4 of 6 latest home games Real scored two goals in first halves. Champion should be able to secure a victory by a comfortable margin.
Our second bet is on Real Madrid to win by three goals