LiontipsElche vs Real Madrid. Prediction and Betting Tips for La Liga
Command Analysis
After Francisco's departure, hosts earned two draws, a decent start for Jorge Almiron. 51-year old Argentine specialist was appointed as new head coach on October 12, he is yet to record his first victory in charge of the club. Elche is just one of three teams from European Top 5 leagues, who didn't win a single match since the start of the season. The Green-striped ones secured their most recent victory over Real Madrid in 1978.
Hosts are currently at the bottom of the league standings with just three points in the asset. Team drew to Valencia (2:2) in the previous match. Team has a terrible defensive record with 21 goals conceded. Hosts conceded 60% of their goals after 75th minute. Alamo, Fernandez and Fidel will miss the upcoming game.
Real Madrid secured a victory over Barcelona and earned a three-point handicap over the main rivals. That win leaves Real the only unbeaten team in La Liga. Carlo Ancelotti praised his players after the El Clasico, calling the first half performance a key to the victory.
Karim Benzema, the World Golden Ball winner, opened the scoresheet at 12th minute. The Blancos started the current season with five consecutive away victories, scoring 2,4 goals per game on average.
Last week, the Whites snatched a draw against Shakhtar at the last seconds of a Champions League game and clinched a play-off spot. Courtois and Ceballos will miss the upcoming match.
Trends
СтавкаCorrect score 0:3
Elche have lost 3 of 5 latest home matches
СтавкаGoals in both halves - yes
In each of four latest matches of Real 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 offer to place a bet on the visitors, they are looking much stronger than the opponent and should be able to take the game under control in any line-up. Bottom team of La Liga will try to avoid a blowout, but champion should be able to achieve a comfortable victory.
Our prediction - Asian handicap (-2) on Real Madrid
Galacticos are two heads above the opponent and they will surely convert that advantage into a victory. Madrid won 7 of 8 latest away matches, they should be able to beat Elche by a comfortable margin.
Our second bet is on Real Madrid to win by three goals
