La Liga (Spanish League) Prediction Thread 2016/17

[MiguelCryptoss]

So, now It's time for probably the Last classico for this Season.Madrid will be hoping to atleast win this match and reduce the Point Against their rival barca.They will be 6 Points behind if they win or 12 Points behind if they lose.So LaLiga is dependent on this el classico.Another great match is waiting for football fans.

Frankly speaking, have not see Madrid winning against FC Barcelona on this match because going by their previous match they did very great and this time they will prove it to the whole world again. What we are going see about Madrid will be remarkable but winning the points will be difficult.

[JeromeTash]

In terms of defensive capabilities, I'd choose Varane over Ramos, but Ramos happens to be a better leader.

He used to be good and had lots of potential but not anymore. Easily bullied by aggressive strikers like Diego Costa and Suarez. Crumbles under pressure and very error prone when it comes to big matches
Ramos on the other side despite the red cards and yellow cards is a leader and fighter Madrid need right now. Imagine Ramos was not in Madrid at the moment  , I think the team would be in 6th place or something.

[Naida_BR]

So, after 11 years, Valencia are in Copa del Rey final again. Good thing I decided to skip this match, I was actually planning to go for Betis to win, I think the odds were around @4.18, I thought Betis was displaying some good football domestically, but just like the game yesterday, you need something more than "good football" to make it to the final.

Betis had a great performance in the first half and Valencia seemed that they will concede one goal.
I don't know what happened in the dressing rooms but Valencia went out stronger and then Betis was unable to challenge Valencia. Personally, I wanted to see Betis in the final, but the better team won!

[BitcoinGirl.Club]

Finally Valencia scored however I think  Betis should win this match. They are playing really well. 69% ball possessioning so far. I thought Valencia will play better but they are disappointing today.

Less than 5 miutes + stoppage time to go, That means Betis needs at least 2 goals, If they are to advance to the next finals, I sincerely doubt Valencia will be that careless for the remaining few minutes of the match.

It's over for them. They played excellent football but really could not make it to the next round. Here is the statistic of the mach and this tells a lot about the domination of Betis.

[LTU_btc]

@Pamoldar, I agree that Betis played well yesterday, but they have one problem this season IMO - lack of solid forward. This is why they're already out from Europa league. I really wanted to see them in Copa final, especially because it will be held at their own stadium.

So, now It's time for probably the Last classico for this Season.Madrid will be hoping to atleast win this match and reduce the Point Against their rival barca.They will be 6 Points behind if they win or 12 Points behind if they lose.So LaLiga is dependent on this el classico.Another great match is waiting for football fans.

If Real will lose tomorrow, it will be impossible to reach Barca when there is 12 points gap and 12 games left. Meanwhile Barca have safe advantage against Atletico and Real, so even if they will lose this match, nothing terrible won't happen. Also, Real probably will be angry tomorrow after big loss in Copa game. If I need to choose, I would predict that game will be end draw... 

[tomahawk9]

Raphael Varane did the honors and scored the other own goal for Barca. Actually it was the first goal.
Feel like it's about time that kid left Madrid.

What?

In terms of defensive capabilities, I'd choose Varane over Ramos, but Ramos happens to be a better leader.

Same, but I didn't understand the other comment, getting rid of Varane who at its peak can easily be among the top 10 best defenders in the world? Yeah, I don't think so.

Also, Real probably will be angry tomorrow after big loss in Copa game. If I need to choose, I would predict that game will be end draw... 

I don't know about the draw. Last time El Clasico finished with a draw in the league at the Santiago Bernabeu was in 2011. Current odds are favoring Barcelona but just by a small margin, draw @3.77 is tempting but also a bit risky imo.

[Trofo]

If Real will lose tomorrow, it will be impossible to reach Barca when there is 12 points gap and 12 games left. Meanwhile Barca have safe advantage against Atletico and Real, so even if they will lose this match, nothing terrible won't happen. Also, Real probably will be angry tomorrow after big loss in Copa game. If I need to choose, I would predict that game will be end draw... 

I am thinking of backing Real not to lose or playing both to score and over 2,5. I didn't watch the whole game in the cup during the week but from what I saw Real was much better side and only very good day from Barca keeper and bad luck stooped them from scoring at least 2 in the first half. 3:0 for Barca was definitely a bit harsh for them. I believe they saw they can play against this Barca and they will try to prove it. Should be great match anyhow, looking forward to it.

[slocker]

El classico again. Which is this third match they play in last two weeks. For me no matter if they play on Santiago in Madrid think that Barca is favorite for this match. They play in good form and real is struggling in primera this season very disappointing considering renown of the club. Going to play on goals cuz think this match is always fill with them 3+ goals on this match.

[Aqualung89]

Barcelona played so far in the game plays better in a particularly heavy attacks with the mess is getting more effective. I expected a little better with the Real Madrid fans, but I did not see print until now, except for Modric attack.

Let's take a measure of how the second half, Solari. Especially early in the second half of Real Madrid's goals will not find trouble.

[tomahawk9]

Well, Barcelona won again and they now have a 12-points gap with Real Madrid...I think it's safe to say that we're out of the title race and our main objective will be, once again, the Champions League.

In other news, Sevilla lost today, meaning that Alaves and Getafe have the opportunity to reach top 4 (Alaves are in 4th place but Getafe plays tomorrow).

[LTU_btc]

I think Barca played better today than they did on wednesday, Messi isn't as sharp as he used to be, or doesn't seem fully fit.  Real Madrid played well enough but, just can't seem to find their finish touches, Vinicius Jr played absolutely well from my perspective and I'd consider him a great asset for Real Madrid upcoming generation.

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Yeah, Barca played better today than in last El Clasico. Both teams had quite many chances to score, but we saw only one goal. Vinicius is only 18 years old, but he is one of the key players of Real recently. Today it was very difficult for Roberto to stop him. I also can't understand why Ramos didn't even get yellow card after he elbowed Messi face

In other news, Sevilla lost today, meaning that Alaves and Getafe have the opportunity to reach top 4 (Alaves are in 4th place but Getafe plays tomorrow).

Sevilla is playing terrible in La Liga recently - they haven't managed to win in 5th consecutive game in La Liga. Meanwhile I'm surprised about Huesca recent results. I was more than sure that they're going to relegate, but now they are only 3 points away from safe zone.

[DeathAngel]

Well, Barcelona won again and they now have a 12-points gap with Real Madrid...I think it's safe to say that we're out of the title race and our main objective will be, once again, the Champions League.

In other news, Sevilla lost today, meaning that Alaves and Getafe have the opportunity to reach top 4 (Alaves are in 4th place but Getafe plays tomorrow).

Wouldn’t surprise me if Real win the CL again, they’re definitely a team on the decline but they have a special magic when they’re in the CL. Like you said, La Liga is over for them. All eggs in the CL basket now.

[BitcoinGirl.Club]

Well, Barcelona won again and they now have a 12-points gap with Real Madrid...I think it's safe to say that we're out of the title race and our main objective will be, once again, the Champions League.

In other news, Sevilla lost today, meaning that Alaves and Getafe have the opportunity to reach top 4 (Alaves are in 4th place but Getafe plays tomorrow).

I had a double with Barca and AS Roma. Serie A is not going well for me. I lost the double because Roma could not make it. They were destroyed by 3 goals.

Honestly speaking I do not see anyone in La Liga to challenge the season title from Barcelona. There are still a lot of matches to play however I think Barcelona will smile at the end.

[kenzawak]

Real really misses Ronaldo. They need someone to score goals. Benzema and Vinicius are creative players but they're not finishers, they'd rather make one last pass than take a shot at goal.
I think Barca deserved to win this one, they had more opportunities in front of the goal and were better overall in midfield.
Game was ok, not great.

[onecall123]

Barcelona played so far in the game plays better in a particularly heavy attacks with the mess is getting more effective. I expected a little better with the Real Madrid fans, but I did not see print until now, except for Modric attack.

Let's take a measure of how the second half, Solari. Especially early in the second half of Real Madrid's goals will not find trouble.

I think Barca played better today than they did on wednesday, Messi isn't as sharp as he used to be, or doesn't seem fully fit.  Real Madrid played well enough but, just can't seem to find their finish touches, Vinicius Jr played absolutely well from my perspective and I'd consider him a great asset for Real Madrid upcoming generation.

But, now it's fair enough to say that no CR7 no celebration, some cases I really missed Christino a lot. Barcelona beat Real Madrid twice respectively. That scoreline should never be acceptable, need more work on the finishing and center back positioning. Same thing, Vinicius Jr the only reason I watch.

[buwaytress]

@Harkorede yeah Barca played much better, but still couldn't compete in terms of chances created - but to win like that twice in a row? I think this game settles the La Liga... but I do want Atleti to win tonight... be nice to see Barca slip up in next 2 games, 7 points maybe becomes 5 or 4? They still have Copa del Rey and CL distractions too.

Imagine Real ending this season with nothing, though. I would love to meet them in CL (Liverpool here) and KO them but that's fantasy talking;)

[Harkorede]

@Harkorede yeah Barca played much better, but still couldn't compete in terms of chances created - but to win like that twice in a row? I think this game settles the La Liga... but I do want Atleti to win tonight... be nice to see Barca slip up in next 2 games, 7 points maybe becomes 5 or 4? They still have Copa del Rey and CL distractions too.

Imagine Real ending this season with nothing, though. I would love to meet them in CL (Liverpool here) and KO them but that's fantasy talking;)

For what it is worth, I consider Real Madrid to be out of the title race,  even though it is still mathematically possible. I just don't see Barca losing 4 matches from the remaining 12 matches, while Madrid will have to win every sing le one. As for Atletico Madrid I think the title could be determined between both teams at the 2nd leg fixture in Camp Nou.

[LTU_btc]

@Harkorede yeah Barca played much better, but still couldn't compete in terms of chances created - but to win like that twice in a row? I think this game settles the La Liga... but I do want Atleti to win tonight... be nice to see Barca slip up in next 2 games, 7 points maybe becomes 5 or 4? They still have Copa del Rey and CL distractions too.

Imagine Real ending this season with nothing, though. I would love to meet them in CL (Liverpool here) and KO them but that's fantasy talking;)

For what it is worth, I consider Real Madrid to be out of the title race,  even though it is still mathematically possible. I just don't see Barca losing 4 matches from the remaining 12 matches, while Madrid will have to win every sing le one. As for Atletico Madrid I think the title could be determined between both teams at the 2nd leg fixture in Camp Nou.

Atletico are still in fight for title I think. But I looked at schedule of Barca and there are not many difficult opponents left for Barca. Barca will play against Atletico at home, Betis, Eibar and that's all
Meanwhile Atleti will meet Bilbao, Eibar, Valencia, Sevilla and match against Barca at Camp Nou. Their schedule is more difficult I think.

[slaman29]

Finally my beloved Barcelona has overturned years of being in 2nd place with El Clasico head-to-head statistics. I miscounted and thought we were still behind but yesterday night the news says they are now leading by one.

Only problem now is we need to win Champions League because it's so annoying to see the same guys win it again and again.

Athletico still have a chance. 7 points is so small. Barcelona draw 1 game and it becomes 5 points. If Atletico turn on the power at Nou Camp, it becomes 2 points.

[Naida_BR]

Well, Barcelona won again and they now have a 12-points gap with Real Madrid...I think it's safe to say that we're out of the title race and our main objective will be, once again, the Champions League.

In other news, Sevilla lost today, meaning that Alaves and Getafe have the opportunity to reach top 4 (Alaves are in 4th place but Getafe plays tomorrow).

Wouldn’t surprise me if Real win the CL again, they’re definitely a team on the decline but they have a special magic when they’re in the CL. Like you said, La Liga is over for them. All eggs in the CL basket now.

Barcelona deserves this La Liga championship this year. Real Madrid hasn't shown any extraordinary performance neither on La Liga or on Champions League. There are many teams that they deserve to win CL and this is not definitely Real Madrid. The mediocre performance will continue and I think it will end badly with the coach resignation.