La Liga (Spanish League) Prediction Thread 2024/25

[HajiBagi]

Earlier on, I was a bit skeptical of Real Madrid this season, I feared their performance would drop drastically after learning of the absence of their three key players Vinicius Junior, Courtois, and Militao at the start of the season but luckily other players are standing up for the team and filling up for the injured players. I believe they will fare well even against Barcelona and Atletico Madrid because I see the level of team work and unity exhibited by the players.

Real Madrid will miss those players who are injured because they are all among the team's best players, and I think they will still be in a strong position even if they do not win the league title this year because they still have a lot of talented players on their roster who can contribute well and put the team in a strong position to win the title the following year. Although Real Madrid has Joselu who replaces Karim Benzema, his performance is not as strong as Benzema's, having a solid striker player this season would be beneficial and it won't cause the club to worry about the players who get injured.

Joselu gave it his all during Real Madrid's game against Getafe, scoring a goal, but if we analyse the game, we can see that Real Madrid had numerous scoring opportunities, some of which went untapped. I think Benzema would have taken advantage of these opportunities, and I think Real Madrid would have won the season title if Benzema and Bellingham were still teammates. Bellingham will always help Benzema score goals.

[Distraction]

Earlier on, I was a bit skeptical of Real Madrid this season, I feared their performance would drop drastically after learning of the absence of their three key players Vinicius Junior, Courtois, and Militao at the start of the season but luckily other players are standing up for the team and filling up for the injured players. I believe they will fare well even against Barcelona and Atletico Madrid because I see the level of team work and unity exhibited by the players.

Actually they are still affected by the absence of these players negatively. But the situation isn't that serious for now. They can still manage to win matches in the league. But we will find out how they will deal with it in the Champions League. They at least have a lucky draw. Even if they struggle against Napoli they would qualify for last 16 as second team in the group at worst.

By the way I think they are feeling the absence of Vinicius Junior the most. Because he is one of the crucial members of the attacking line.

His skills on one-on-one are very useful to create many more dangerous attacks. In his absence Bellingham is trying to do an extra work by saving the day.

[snipie]

Real Madrid will miss those players who are injured because they are all among the team's best players, and I think they will still be in a strong position even if they do not win the league title this year because they still have a lot of talented players on their roster who can contribute well and put the team in a strong position to win the title the following year.

Vinicius Junior will return by the end of this month, most likely when Real Madrid will play vs Atlético Madrid. If this news is confirmed then he will miss only Real Sociedad match in La Liga and Union Berlin game in Champions League. Well these two games are important for the club.
In the other hand, Real Madrid have other names to count on as you said like Bellingham and Joselu.

[kawetsriyanto]

Anyway, Real Madrid currently have Bellingham who can certainly guarantee good results in every match of Real Madrid this season. Indeed, Bellingham is not a pure striker but in fact, at this moment Bellingham is at the top of the La Liga top scorer list. So with that said, Real Madrid attacking line will remain fine at this moment and I personally do not doubt the quality of Real Madrid. Although indeed, this season Real Madrid are without Benzema and also, at this moment also Vinicius is injured. But I am sure, it will not make Real Madrid weak. Because I am sure that this era will be the one where Real Madrid have a new star, and he is Bellingham.

Actually, Bellingham can't guarantee to give good results in each match. We don't know how far he can maintain his good performance. Sometimes, a performance of a player can change toward the middle of the season. Moreover, if Real Madrid will play against stronger teams, Bellingham can get difficulty to score goals. We ever saw this when Real Madrid played against Barcelona in pre season, Bellingham couldn't contribute anything. It is not impossible to happen again in the next few matches. So, Real Madrid can't only rely on Bellingham for scoring goals.

Real Madrid still can't get the proper replacement for Benzema, Joselu isn't in the same level as Benzema. It is very unfortunate Real Madrid failed to sign a top striker to replace Benzema's role. If Real Madrid can sign a top striker, I'm sure Real Madrid attacking will be more productive in scoring. Anyway, Vinicius has a big role, losing him in the starting line up surely drops the power of Real Madrid attacking. So far, Real Madrid still could win because they didn't play against strong teams yet.

[bangjoe]

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I had no doubts, Benzema Karim is a great player without a doubt but Real Madrid, which is a great team, can very well replace him with other young strikers that they have in their squad.
He could even take someone from the spring and have him play in the big league, its not a possibility to be discarded.

Of course I agree with that, but currently I don't know who is a great striker who is worthy of replacing Benzema in the team when Real Madrid only has Joselu as a center forward. I know Real Madrid can bring in the players they are looking for, but so far they haven't done so and have chosen to withdraw from the transfer market.

I hope there is a new signing for the center forward position in the next transfer window, it will make this team stronger until the end of the season even though there is no guarantee that Real Madrid can win the title this season.

To be honest a decent candidate to replace the centre-forward position was harry kane in my opinion but that didn't happen and Kane entered bayern munchen, Who could really replace benzema as a centre-forward today?, looks like Real madrid didn't find him which made them resign transfer market, maybe Haaland can be a viable candidate if they are able and Haaland is willing to fight for laliga, but maybe it's next season although the chances are very slim.

Yes, those two are worthy replacements for Benzema, Haaland and Kane in terms of potential and value, but they weren't made for Real Madrid. LOL

Madrid is still doing quite well at the start of the season, and so far they have been consistent with their wins. If this continues, of course their chances of winning are also quite large, even though they only rely on Joselu.

[Oneandpure]

Vinicius Junior will return by the end of this month, most likely when Real Madrid will play vs Atlético Madrid. If this news is confirmed then he will miss only Real Sociedad match in La Liga and Union Berlin game in Champions League. Well these two games are important for the club.
In the other hand, Real Madrid have other names to count on as you said like Bellingham and Joselu.

Vinicius Junior helped with FFA friendly match schedule more than two weeks and he not absent for many matches with Real Madrid, some media reported he will will return when derby match between Real Madrid vs Atletico Madrid at the end this months. Actually he will absent for several important matches later for upcoming match against Real Sociedad and absent for opening UEFA Champion League match against Union Berlin.
In this season, Vinicius Junior have played three matches and he was scored 1 goal and not any assist create yet but I think he has potential when returning from injury with better performance.

Real Madrid needs Vinicius Jr because have many schedule for upcoming month, will participant in Champion League and focus managed top standings in domestic league seems Carlo Ancelotti will make some rotation with his scheme.

[lalabotax]

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...For some players there is something like too much workload and that can have negative consequences for them. Bellingham seems to be ready to go the full distance in a season.

This would be good if conditions were like that. And it will be even better if in the future there will be no problems related to injuries. Because at this age, Bellingham's career should still be long. How his career goes in the future will also depend on his and Real Madrid's consistency in optimizing his talent. This will be a great combination if Bellingham can continue to improve his skills and remain solid in the team.

[Wiwo]

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Real Madrid lose Benzema. Vinicius is out of the squad due to injury. Both of these players have consistently performed well in Real Madrid's attack last season. So without these two players, Madrid's attack is likely to be weaker now. Also Luka Modrich is old enough. He probably won't be on the field for the full 90 minutes. So Madrid's attacking performance will now depend on Bellingham, Joselu and Roadyrgo. Madrid's next match is against Sociedad. Winning this match is challenging for Madrid.

I had no doubts, Benzema Karim is a great player without a doubt but Real Madrid, which is a great team, can very well replace him with other young strikers that they have in their squad.
He could even take someone from the spring and have him play in the big league, its not a possibility to be discarded.

I have no doubt in Real Madrid ability this season even as the club faces some early challenges in this season,  what most of the speculators and football analysts failed to know is that just because a perceive big players in out of the team doesn't mean they team will not have a better replacement,  just as mentioned even though Benzema is out of the team because of injury there will be another replacement for him that will deliver for the club in coming matches.

Let's see how Real Madrid handles all of this,  and from the result of their upcoming matches, we will know what awaits the club going forward.

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I had no doubts, Benzema Karim is a great player without a doubt but Real Madrid, which is a great team, can very well replace him with other young strikers that they have in their squad.
He could even take someone from the spring and have him play in the big league, its not a possibility to be discarded.

I have no doubt in Real Madrid ability this season even as the club faces some early challenges in this season,  what most of the speculators and football analysts failed to know is that just because a perceive big players in out of the team doesn't mean they team will not have a better replacement,  just as mentioned even though Benzema is out of the team because of injury there will be another replacement for him that will deliver for the club in coming matches.

Let's see how Real Madrid handles all of this,  and from the result of their upcoming matches, we will know what awaits the club going forward.

Regeneration has been carried out quite well by Real Madrid, where they have built a squad with a young average age and only a few senior players are still being retained by Real Madrid this season, such as Toni Kross and Luka Modric. The departure of the star players did not have a big impact on their performance at the start of this season due to the fact that Real Madrid was able to complete the first 4 matches by winning.

Real Madrid players are on average very high quality, both as substitutes and as their main players. So I don't doubt their abilities this season. It is hoped that Vinicius can recover as soon as possible and rejoin the Real Madrid squad to help them achieve victory in the upcoming match. Vinicius injury is reportedly not too serious, with news circulating that he will only been absent for 1 month and will return as soon as possible if he can recover more quickly. Bellingham and Rodrygo are still very impressive and Joselu can adapt quickly to fill the gap left by Vini. I think Ancelotti has a lot of star players in stock and he can give them lots of playing opportunities.

[SOKO-DEKE]

Real Madrid lose Benzema. Vinicius is out of the squad due to injury. Both of these players have consistently performed well in Real Madrid's attack last season. So without these two players, Madrid's attack is likely to be weaker now. Also Luka Modrich is old enough. He probably won't be on the field for the full 90 minutes. So Madrid's attacking performance will now depend on Bellingham, Joselu and Roadyrgo. Madrid's next match is against Sociedad. Winning this match is challenging for Madrid.

Although the upcoming match of Real Madrid against Real Sociedad may seem challenging, but Real Madrid will have the match victory at the end. I strongly believe that.
In the last match of Real Madrid Getafe, Vinicius wasn't present in the match due to injury but Real Madrid was able to win the match by 2-1 at the end of the match. Hopefully, in the upcoming match of Real Madrid, Real Madrid will do the same despite the absence of  Vinicius in the squad. I trust Ancelotti because he knows the formation and the players he will use to play against Real Sociedad to have a victory since it is a home game for them.

Currently, even though Vinicius is out of the squad due to injury, the Real Madrid attack is not that weak because I saw how they performed against Gatafe, which I can say because of their strong attacks that made them win the match despite the fact that it was not easy for them. So even against Real Sociedad next week, I believe much in Real Madrid's attack despite not having Vinicius in the squad, and I will say Real Madrid still has more chances than Real Sociedad because currently Real Sociedad is not in that great form. Again, one reason why I said Real Madrid have chances of winning the match is because it is Real Madrid's home game, and I believe they have a strong record at home. Real Madrid is not that lucky in the game; I am expecting them to be able to draw, but seriously, it is straight winning I am expecting from them.

[nurilham]

I have no doubt in Real Madrid ability this season even as the club faces some early challenges in this season,  what most of the speculators and football analysts failed to know is that just because a perceive big players in out of the team doesn't mean they team will not have a better replacement,  just as mentioned even though Benzema is out of the team because of injury there will be another replacement for him that will deliver for the club in coming matches.

Let's see how Real Madrid handles all of this,  and from the result of their upcoming matches, we will know what awaits the club going forward.

In fact, Real Madrid still has no top striker who can replace Benzema, right? Although they have Bellingham, he can't play as a striker, he is an attacking midfielder. So, we can understand if people doubt with Real Madrid. However, I appreciate if you never feel doubt, it is a good attitude if you are a real fan. But when we must think realistically, we must admit that Real Madrid may get a problem when they must play against strong teams.

So far, they won all the first 4 matches and Bellingham could score in each match. Let's see if he can do it again when Real Madrid plays against Atletico Madrid in matchday 6 and Barcelona in matchday 11. If Real Madrid won all these matches and Bellingham still can contribute well, we can ensure that Real Madrid is no problem without a top striker.

[youdacapt]

Of course I agree with that, but currently I don't know who is a great striker who is worthy of replacing Benzema in the team when Real Madrid only has Joselu as a center forward. I know Real Madrid can bring in the players they are looking for, but so far they haven't done so and have chosen to withdraw from the transfer market.
 

I think it is a well known fact that Real Madrid did not spend heavily on a striker this summer because they are waiting to sign talisman Mbappe from PSG in the next summer transfer window. and this is why Joselu was signed as a stop gap. Instead, Madrid invested in their midfield options heavily; as they prepare to let go of Modric and Kroos in the coming season.

[Velvet78]

Can Atletico Madrid really improve this season? This is one of the topics I'm curious about. It is really important for Simeone's future with this team as well. If we see a similar performance this season as well then the board might not want to extend Simeone's contract. They should be able to stay in the title race somehow.

In the same way I hope to see them achieving a decent success in the Champions League as well. I already see them in last 16. However I think they should be able to reach at least the quarter finals. If they have a solid season like this then I'm pretty sure Simeone would be kept by them.

[QueenVera]

Of course I agree with that, but currently I don't know who is a great striker who is worthy of replacing Benzema in the team when Real Madrid only has Joselu as a center forward. I know Real Madrid can bring in the players they are looking for, but so far they haven't done so and have chosen to withdraw from the transfer market.
 

I think it is a well known fact that Real Madrid did not spend heavily on a striker this summer because they are waiting to sign talisman Mbappe from PSG in the next summer transfer window. and this is why Joselu was signed as a stop gap. Instead, Madrid invested in their midfield options heavily; as they prepare to let go of Modric and Kroos in the coming season.

 I really love the strategy Real Madrid use in replacing their top players, they go for the best not only that, the ones that Really blends into the club style of player, I think they made one of the best signing this season and so far he's been a very fantastic player for them an has made them played comfortably without the help of a top striker, but if you noticed the temporary option they got Joselu is beginning to blend in with his teammates and even scored in their last match, that's a good advantage for Realmadrid this season if he continues with his new form, cause there won't be much pressure on him to get goals, cause so far Jude Bellingham has been the most impressive player for their team and even scored the highest number of goals so far, but anyways if Realmadrid had spent much on Mbappe it would had been a very good addition to their team cause they'll be more stronger and better.

[ginsan]

Of course I agree with that, but currently I don't know who is a great striker who is worthy of replacing Benzema in the team when Real Madrid only has Joselu as a center forward. I know Real Madrid can bring in the players they are looking for, but so far they haven't done so and have chosen to withdraw from the transfer market.
 

I think it is a well known fact that Real Madrid did not spend heavily on a striker this summer because they are waiting to sign talisman Mbappe from PSG in the next summer transfer window. and this is why Joselu was signed as a stop gap. Instead, Madrid invested in their midfield options heavily; as they prepare to let go of Modric and Kroos in the coming season.

Ancelotti and Real Madrid management know what they have to do in this transfer window and there is no doubt about their performance so far. Midfield improvement is an important part of what they have to do first and they are recruiting players who can be projected for the long term.

For the stickers I'm sure they will get Mbappe without having to spend any money because Mbappe will be available as a free transfer next season. For this season real madrid still has several players who can be relied on enough to score goals even though their status is not a sticker. Like bellingham in continuing to contribute by scoring goals in every game.

[Leviathan.007]

Of course I agree with that, but currently I don't know who is a great striker who is worthy of replacing Benzema in the team when Real Madrid only has Joselu as a center forward. I know Real Madrid can bring in the players they are looking for, but so far they haven't done so and have chosen to withdraw from the transfer market.
 

I think it is a well known fact that Real Madrid did not spend heavily on a striker this summer because they are waiting to sign talisman Mbappe from PSG in the next summer transfer window. and this is why Joselu was signed as a stop gap. Instead, Madrid invested in their midfield options heavily; as they prepare to let go of Modric and Kroos in the coming season.

Ancelotti and Real Madrid management know what they have to do in this transfer window and there is no doubt about their performance so far. Midfield improvement is an important part of what they have to do first and they are recruiting players who can be projected for the long term.

For the stickers I'm sure they will get Mbappe without having to spend any money because Mbappe will be available as a free transfer next season. For this season real madrid still has several players who can be relied on enough to score goals even though their status is not a sticker. Like bellingham in continuing to contribute by scoring goals in every game.

I think more than anything Real Madrid improved their midfielder by hiering players like Jude Bellingham.
Real Madrid lost Benzema and I thought this team would have problems this season because of not hiring a forward like him, especially when Mbappe didn't join Real Madrid but Ancelotti was experienced enough and he had a good plan to cover the empty places by using players like Bellingham.

[Wiwo]

I have no doubt in Real Madrid ability this season even as the club faces some early challenges in this season,  what most of the speculators and football analysts failed to know is that just because a perceive big players in out of the team doesn't mean they team will not have a better replacement,  just as mentioned even though Benzema is out of the team because of injury there will be another replacement for him that will deliver for the club in coming matches.

Let's see how Real Madrid handles all of this,  and from the result of their upcoming matches, we will know what awaits the club going forward.

In fact, Real Madrid still has no top striker who can replace Benzema, right? Although they have Bellingham, he can't play as a striker, he is an attacking midfielder. So, we can understand if people doubt with Real Madrid. However, I appreciate if you never feel doubt, it is a good attitude if you are a real fan. But when we must think realistically, we must admit that Real Madrid may get a problem when they must play against strong teams.

So far, they won all the first 4 matches and Bellingham could score in each match. Let's see if he can do it again when Real Madrid plays against Atletico Madrid in matchday 6 and Barcelona in matchday 11. If Real Madrid won all these matches and Bellingham still can contribute well, we can ensure that Real Madrid is no problem without a top striker.

If we start looking at all the many disabilty with Real Madrid or any other clubs in this season then it means we are not open up to possibilities from the younger players that are on the line up,  and what we must know is that,  be for Benzema or all the other top players got to the level where they are they were given chances to prove themselves and this is an opportunity to the young players who will be taking their position to show case the stuffs their made of and if luck be on their side to create any record it will be to their own advantage even more than for the club..

But even no matter how Real Madrid lacks strikers, they are still very much grounded to be able to take on any possible opposition in this season.

[X-ray]

Of course I agree with that, but currently I don't know who is a great striker who is worthy of replacing Benzema in the team when Real Madrid only has Joselu as a center forward. I know Real Madrid can bring in the players they are looking for, but so far they haven't done so and have chosen to withdraw from the transfer market.
 

I think it is a well known fact that Real Madrid did not spend heavily on a striker this summer because they are waiting to sign talisman Mbappe from PSG in the next summer transfer window.

That might be true only if mbappe does not extend his contract in PSG for another year but what if mbappe does U turn to extend his contract? Real madrid is not always putting its focus on mbappe. There have been so many important things than mbappe like renovating its stadion with very big budget. Just because it was spending small amounts of money didn't mean if it will always be related to the mbappe. Madrid needs to control its money efficiently.

The club was under 1 billion debt after it has been taking such debt to renovating its stadium. It's another big project owned by madrid. Buying mbappe without calculation will be only increasing its salary cap and madrid is gonna face trouble like barcelona

and this is why Joselu was signed as a stop gap. Instead, Madrid invested in their midfield options heavily; as they prepare to let go of Modric and Kroos in the coming season.

Joselu was an alternative for benzema. He has performed so well last season in espanyol. He was also very cheap. Madrid got two advantages at the same time by recruiting him to the club.

Madrid already had great midfielders before Bellingham came, but they don't need someone as versatile as him..

[arimamib]

I think more than anything Real Madrid improved their midfielder by hiering players like Jude Bellingham.
Real Madrid lost Benzema and I thought this team would have problems this season because of not hiring a forward like him, especially when Mbappe didn't join Real Madrid but Ancelotti was experienced enough and he had a good plan to cover the empty places by using players like Bellingham.

A better strategy was implemented by Ancelotti at the start of this season. Where he succeeded in bringing big changes to Real Madrid game in the form of a new formation. I admit that Bellingham is not just a midfielder, but he seems to have found a new position to become a more aggressive sticker in scoring goals.

Bellingham has scored consecutive goals in 4 matches at the start of this season. He deserves to be in the spotlight to be made into a single sticker if possible. Btw we will see the match this week where Real Madrid will face Real Sociedad at the Bernabeu stadium. I would say that Bellingham will score another goal in this match because he is so eager to keep doing it.

[Alpha Marine]

I think it is a well known fact that Real Madrid did not spend heavily on a striker this summer because they are waiting to sign talisman Mbappe from PSG in the next summer transfer window. and this is why Joselu was signed as a stop gap. Instead, Madrid invested in their midfield options heavily; as they prepare to let go of Modric and Kroos in the coming season.

Madrid have to be very careful because these decisions might hunt them later on this season. The season is very long and a lot of things can happen. One thing I know is Bellingham won't keep scoring all season long and they need attackers that can score all season long.
Joselu needs to sit up and take his place as the top 9. He can't be ina team and a midfielder is taking the false 9 position.

Madrid's attack is built around Vinicius which might also be a problem. Last season Vini spearheaded the attack, the good this was Benzema was there to score. If they don't have a striker that can do that this season, they're going to have a lot problems.