La Liga (Spanish League) Prediction Thread 2023/24

[Shasha80]

The leader Real Sociedad's next target is going to be Valencia in a home game. Comparing the recent forms of these teams, it is clearly seen that Real Sociedad are in a much better shape than their competitor. Valencia were able to win only one time in their last five La Liga games. Actually, they didn't have a bad start to the season but their recent performance is highly inadequate. And this is another difficult game for them. I expect Real Sociedad to maintain their good form and win this game.

Real Sociedad of course have a better performance than Valencia, so I predict Real Sociedad will beat Valencia. Moreover, Real Sociedad playing
at home is a distinct advantage, and what surprises many people is that Real Sociedad is currently at the top, although Real Madrid and Sevilla
still have one game to go. But in 13 games losing just one game is a remarkable for Real Sociedad, whereas Real Sociedad do not have many star
players. But Real Sociedad have to be careful with Valencia, because Valencia's last two games were a bit of a surprise. Valencia managed to beat
Villarreal who were slightly more favored and managed to play a draw against Atletico Madrid. This means that although Valencia have played poorly
in the last 5 matches, Valencia often makes it difficult for their stronger opponents.

But Valencia is having a better squad than Sociedad if we take them 1 on 1 so this game can be tricky and it can end up with Valencia as the winner. Regarding betting on this game...I say it's even a pass or you go with Valencia because I simply cannot see Sociedad being in the top for long time.

Although Valencia's squad is better than Sociedad, in the last two seasons Sociedad can be above Valencia's position. Even two seasons
in a row Sociedad managed to enter the Europa League, and now it is likely that Sociedad will try to enter the top 4, because surely Sociedad
has a target to be able to play in the Champions League next season.  It's true that the Real Sociedad vs Valencia match will be very difficult
to predict, both of them are definitely trying to win the game. If you predict Valencia will come out victorious, I respect your opinion,
because I stick to my point. By betting on Sociedad's victory, because I see Sociedad's performance is indeed better than Valencia.
Although I admit that the possibility of Sociedad staying at the top will not be long, I predict Sociedad will drop to position 5 or 6.

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[rahmad2nd]

Xavi has now implemented quite strict rules for barcelona players.

10 xavi rules for barcelona players:

1. Players must arrive 90 minutes before practice.

2. The coaching staff must come 120 minutes or two hours early.

3. Players and staff are required to eat together at Ciutat Esportiva.

4. Fines are imposed on players, both minor and serious violations.

5. Penalties for payment of fines apply in multiples.

6. Not allowed to go home after 12 pm 48 hours before the match.

7. Starter position will be based entirely on performance in training.

8. Doing sports activities other than football.

9. During the current season, it is forbidden to do risky activities (extreme sports).

10. Players must always carry the good name of Barcelona on and off the pitch.



Source :ESPN Deportes

The new rules imposed by Barcelona under Xavi Hernandez and Ousmane Dembélé became the first players to be fined, the first point where players had to be present 90 minutes before training started and Ousmane Dembélé only arrived at the training ground after three minutes of training started, of course this be a bad start for Ousmane Dembélé where his position in Barcelona's first squad will be questioned.

[Velvet78]

Atletico Madrid v Osasuna game can be an interesting one. But Osasuna were really terrible in a few weeks we left behind. They couldn't win four weeks in a row. And they lost their last two games to Sevilla and Real Sociedad. This poor form can affect them in a really bad way against Atletico Madrid in this away game also. Atletico Madrid weren't very consistent on the last weeks. They can see this game as a recovering opportunity. Maybe they won't win it by a big gap but I'm confident about that they will win the game.

[SquirrelJulietGarden]

Xavi has now implemented quite strict rules for barcelona players.

10 xavi rules for barcelona players:

Source :ESPN Deportes

Xavi wants to bring discipline back to Barcelona. It's good and I don't think 10 main rules are too much. Successful coaches like Mourinho, Klopp or Pep should have many rules for their management, in training, in medical issues, in real matches. We only don't know their rules because internal information were not leaked.

Again, hey why internal information in Barcelona were too easily leaked? Their club can not be improved if they can not control this communication issue.

The new rules imposed by Barcelona under Xavi Hernandez and Ousmane Dembélé became the first players to be fined, the first point where players had to be present 90 minutes before training started and Ousmane Dembélé only arrived at the training ground after three minutes of training started, of course this be a bad start for Ousmane Dembélé where his position in Barcelona's first squad will be questioned.

Dembele is unprofessional and he can become another Balotelli. He has smaller ego than Balotelli but if Dembele does not change his attitude, his career won't grow up and he will waste his talent.

Will Dembele be kept in Barcelona because Xavi wants to use this attacking player? It can be last chance for Dembele in the club.

[Shagnasty]

Xavi has now implemented quite strict rules for barcelona players.

10 xavi rules for barcelona players:

1. Players must arrive 90 minutes before practice.

2. The coaching staff must come 120 minutes or two hours early.

3. Players and staff are required to eat together at Ciutat Esportiva.

4. Fines are imposed on players, both minor and serious violations.

5. Penalties for payment of fines apply in multiples.

6. Not allowed to go home after 12 pm 48 hours before the match.

7. Starter position will be based entirely on performance in training.

8. Doing sports activities other than football.

9. During the current season, it is forbidden to do risky activities (extreme sports).

10. Players must always carry the good name of Barcelona on and off the pitch.



Source :ESPN Deportes

The new rules imposed by Barcelona under Xavi Hernandez and Ousmane Dembélé became the first players to be fined, the first point where players had to be present 90 minutes before training started and Ousmane Dembélé only arrived at the training ground after three minutes of training started, of course this be a bad start for Ousmane Dembélé where his position in Barcelona's first squad will be questioned.

Well these rules can be good but some players might not be happy with this also, they can feel bit restricted specially the big names in the team. Otherwise this can work only good for the team if they take is positively as discipline can do wonders for teams and rule number 8 i liked a lot as players usually do practice on other sport activities and some times even get injured in that so it is a good decision.

[hahay]

Atletico Madrid v Osasuna game can be an interesting one. But Osasuna were really terrible in a few weeks we left behind. They couldn't win four weeks in a row. And they lost their last two games to Sevilla and Real Sociedad. This poor form can affect them in a really bad way against Atletico Madrid in this away game also. Atletico Madrid weren't very consistent on the last weeks. They can see this game as a recovering opportunity. Maybe they won't win it by a big gap but I'm confident about that they will win the game.

Even though Osasuna has been looking bad lately but the fact is that Osasuna is only 4 points away from Atletico Madrid at the moment, defeats by Sevilla and Real Sociedad I think both teams are in their best form, so Osasuna's defeat is natural. In the away match record, I can say Osasuna seems to have the ability to match the home team, so when Atletico are not at their best or in other words are in a bad situation. So it is very possible for Osasuna to end this match with a draw even though indeed, Atletico's chance to win is very big.

[KTChampions]

Xavi has now implemented quite strict rules for barcelona players.

10 xavi rules for barcelona players:

1. Players must arrive 90 minutes before practice.

2. The coaching staff must come 120 minutes or two hours early.

3. Players and staff are required to eat together at Ciutat Esportiva.

4. Fines are imposed on players, both minor and serious violations.

5. Penalties for payment of fines apply in multiples.

6. Not allowed to go home after 12 pm 48 hours before the match.

7. Starter position will be based entirely on performance in training.

8. Doing sports activities other than football.

9. During the current season, it is forbidden to do risky activities (extreme sports).

10. Players must always carry the good name of Barcelona on and off the pitch.

Source :ESPN Deportes

On the one hand, discipline is good, on the other hand, it clearly resembles a rotten corporate culture where the lack of salary is compensated for by psychological pumping and various trainings "we are one big family, X is an employee of the month" and other nonsense. This approach can be both effective and bring negative in the end, because many freedom-loving players will feel uncomfortable in such conditions.

[baeva]

The new rules imposed by Barcelona under Xavi Hernandez and Ousmane Dembélé became the first players to be fined, the first point where players had to be present 90 minutes before training started and Ousmane Dembélé only arrived at the training ground after three minutes of training started, of course this be a bad start for Ousmane Dembélé where his position in Barcelona's first squad will be questioned.

I doubt that Dembele won't play in the main squad, maybe sit on the bench for a couple of games and then everything will go back to normal. The problem is that if you remove Dembele, you will need to look for another player, no less suitable for that position. In this situation it is of course appropriate, because Xavi came and is just studying the squad, we need to experiment, but still

[ILuckyGuyI]

There is a really huge gap between Barcelona and the leader, Real Sociedad now which is a whopping 11-point gap. I think that Barcelona should have made their manager change long time before than this. First, Laporta said that they trusted Koeman and gave him a little more time. But Barcelona lost time and important points in that time period. All in all, Xavi can still start making things right for the team in the remaining games of the season. Maybe the real problem in the team wasn't the manager as they needed time to adapt to the revolution period. But it is still good to have a Barcelona legend in their managing position. They can still close the gap with even the leader. But if we think a little more realistically, I don't think that they have any chance for the title this season as long as they don't start winning all of their games magically. But they still can end at one of the top places surely.

[Luzin]

3. Players and staff are required to eat together at Ciutat Esportiva.

The coach has the right to set any rules for the players. I think Xavi's goal was good, applying high discipline. The players seem to have to adapt to this habit. Professional players should have the ability to adapt to the coach. Number 3 is important I agree, because I believe togetherness in the team will make the mentality of players to build each other is starting from togetherness. Although every player has a different attitude they must be willing to obey the rules. Hopefully Xavi succeeds with Barca, otherwise it's possible he will have the same fate as Koeman.

[Minecache]

There is a really huge gap between Barcelona and the leader, Real Sociedad now which is a whopping 11-point gap. I think that Barcelona should have made their manager change long time before than this. First, Laporta said that they trusted Koeman and gave him a little more time. But Barcelona lost time and important points in that time period. All in all, Xavi can still start making things right for the team in the remaining games of the season. Maybe the real problem in the team wasn't the manager as they needed time to adapt to the revolution period. But it is still good to have a Barcelona legend in their managing position. They can still close the gap with even the leader. But if we think a little more realistically, I don't think that they have any chance for the title this season as long as they don't start winning all of their games magically. But they still can end at one of the top places surely.

I think Barcelona is really still feeling the impact that they had to face. Not financially stable even now. They lost most of their valuable players. And then they had to sack their coach. I honestly don't think they will finish any higher than fourth or fifth place even though Xavi is their new coach. Because even he needs a little time to settle with the team and the authority. So I don't expect too much from Barcelona this season at least.

[poldanmig]

3. Players and staff are required to eat together at Ciutat Esportiva.

The coach has the right to set any rules for the players. I think Xavi's goal was good, applying high discipline. The players seem to have to adapt to this habit. Professional players should have the ability to adapt to the coach. Number 3 is important I agree, because I believe togetherness in the team will make the mentality of players to build each other is starting from togetherness. Although every player has a different attitude they must be willing to obey the rules. Hopefully Xavi succeeds with Barca, otherwise it's possible he will have the same fate as Koeman.

This rule was made of course to unite the barcelona players and make senior and junior players able to understand each other both off the field and in the match later, I think if these rules are new for barcelona players, of course it shows if in During the Koeman era, Barcelona players lacked discipline and did not have strict rules.
For the rules that were made, I personally think it's the right step to discipline the players, but to improve the performance of Barcelona, ​​to be honest I'm a little doubtful that Xavi will succeed, but maybe it's better we to see if Xavi is able or not ?

[rahmad2nd]

The new rules imposed by Barcelona under Xavi Hernandez and Ousmane Dembélé became the first players to be fined, the first point where players had to be present 90 minutes before training started and Ousmane Dembélé only arrived at the training ground after three minutes of training started, of course this be a bad start for Ousmane Dembélé where his position in Barcelona's first squad will be questioned.

I doubt that Dembele won't play in the main squad, maybe sit on the bench for a couple of games and then everything will go back to normal. The problem is that if you remove Dembele, you will need to look for another player, no less suitable for that position. In this situation it is of course appropriate, because Xavi came and is just studying the squad, we need to experiment, but still

Still not any potential player could be replace position from Dembele on right side because now they have many potential player on left side winger like Ansu Fati, Coutinho and Depay can playing well if give left winger side position. Now they are looking for and try to get agreement with Manchester City for Raheem Sterling, but I am not sure Barcelona have enough money to get new player want by Xavi on January transfer window opening, I am waiting after FIFA matchday to see what happen with Xavi debut as manager could give three points or not.

[rozak]

There is a really huge gap between Barcelona and the leader, Real Sociedad now which is a whopping 11-point gap. I think that Barcelona should have made their manager change long time before than this. First, Laporta said that they trusted Koeman and gave him a little more time. But Barcelona lost time and important points in that time period. All in all, Xavi can still start making things right for the team in the remaining games of the season. Maybe the real problem in the team wasn't the manager as they needed time to adapt to the revolution period. But it is still good to have a Barcelona legend in their managing position. They can still close the gap with even the leader. But if we think a little more realistically, I don't think that they have any chance for the title this season as long as they don't start winning all of their games magically. But they still can end at one of the top places surely.

I think Barcelona is really still feeling the impact that they had to face. Not financially stable even now. They lost most of their valuable players. And then they had to sack their coach. I honestly don't think they will finish any higher than fourth or fifth place even though Xavi is their new coach. Because even he needs a little time to settle with the team and the authority. So I don't expect too much from Barcelona this season at least.

For Barca to finish this season in the top 5 of the La Liga standings, I think that's a very good achievement. and of course, it will be a great achievement of their new coach. for seeing Barca start the season with serious problems that have impacted their performances.
at least they have to show how they rise against their internal problems. it is also related to the financial team that is in trouble.

[Gosgosking]

It's unimaginable far Barcelona to meet up in this season even if they have a new manager. This is something that should have taken place earlier. I feel Barcelona problem was not just only to change manager . Players in this team needs to work on their defense to make game tough for opponents.

[tulusikhlas]

Xavi has now implemented quite strict rules for barcelona players.

10 xavi rules for barcelona players:

1. Players must arrive 90 minutes before practice.

2. The coaching staff must come 120 minutes or two hours early.

3. Players and staff are required to eat together at Ciutat Esportiva.

4. Fines are imposed on players, both minor and serious violations.

5. Penalties for payment of fines apply in multiples.

6. Not allowed to go home after 12 pm 48 hours before the match.

7. Starter position will be based entirely on performance in training.

8. Doing sports activities other than football.

9. During the current season, it is forbidden to do risky activities (extreme sports).

10. Players must always carry the good name of Barcelona on and off the pitch.

Ideal, disciplined and also teaches Barcelona players to value the time they have more so they don't question the time left. I quite appreciate what Xavi is trying to implement, it can all be one of the rules for creating quality players. As far as I can see, Xavi started coaching at Barcelona is changing the pattern of Barcelona's game which is much more disciplined.

[Tumanggor]

Atletico Madrid v Osasuna game can be an interesting one. But Osasuna were really terrible in a few weeks we left behind. They couldn't win four weeks in a row. And they lost their last two games to Sevilla and Real Sociedad. This poor form can affect them in a really bad way against Atletico Madrid in this away game also. Atletico Madrid weren't very consistent on the last weeks. They can see this game as a recovering opportunity. Maybe they won't win it by a big gap but I'm confident about that they will win the game.

Thomas Lemar and Marcos Llorente are included in the list and so far they have made significant progress after being sidelined for some time.

Hearing this news I am more optimistic that Atletico Madrid will win with a big score maybe 3 goals they will make in this match

this is a good opportunity to close the distance with real madrid and sevilla

[maju69]

Hearing this news I am more optimistic that Atletico Madrid will win with a big score maybe 3 goals they will make in this match

this is a good opportunity to close the distance with real madrid and sevilla

Maish has plenty of time left to drag Real Madrid to a position below him. The reason, Sevilla will also give their best in order to achieve the difference in points. In addition, in the matches they have to face are several Real Madrid players who are in quite good form. At least Sevilla need to balance the game of Real Madrid and then take advantage of the counter-attack situation.

[hd49728]

The coach has the right to set any rules for the players. I think Xavi's goal was good, applying high discipline. The players seem to have to adapt to this habit. Professional players should have the ability to adapt to the coach.

A formerly legendary player returns and being a new coach, I think players and fans will have good emotions that will help them to improve in short term with psychological effect. In the long term, there are lots of thing to be improved and I see Xavi will have to face with huge challenge. Laporta can say totally support Xavi but did he say the same for Koeman. Then finally Koeman was fired.

For Barca to finish this season in the top 5 of the La Liga standings, I think that's a very good achievement. and of course, it will be a great achievement of their new coach. for seeing Barca start the season with serious problems that have impacted their performances.
at least they have to show how they rise against their internal problems. it is also related to the financial team that is in trouble.

If Barcelona fail to end this season in top 4, they will lose a chance to participate in Champions League. It will in turn make a big lose for them in terms of income. The fifth position is not the goal of Bacelona and Xavi will try to finish in the fourth position at least.

With their quality, I think the fourth position is achievable for them.

[TopT3ns]

Xavi Hernandez will make his Barcelona debut in the Catalan derby against Espanyol, one more week and Xavi has plenty of time to decide what composition of players he wants, I want to see if there will be a change in the composition of the players who are fielded or if he keeps the composition of players like the Ronald era Koeman, interestingly Xavi officially got Dani Alves on a free transfer after breaking the contract with Sao Paolo club, is it possible that Dani Alves will become a main player or not.