La Liga (Spanish League) Prediction Thread 2025/26

[giorgione]

One thing about Barcelona is that if they are ready to push their self and want to hold a position, they are going to do anything to hold it until the end. They may lack defenders but I can assure you that there is no defenders that are worse like Real Madrid right now, I don't even know what to say about them if they are going to win the League because as things are looking right now, they don't stand any chance on this league unless luck finds them.

What Ansi Flick need to do now is to work on that defensive style he has been playing for long. A lot of managers are taking that as and advantage and it's not helping. If they can block that and make sure each team play their part, it will make them go very far and also irrespective of what happened, they should be able to stay the way they are, Real Madrid will lose some matches later or sooner and more gap will be created for them as advantage.

Barcelona absolutely must go beyond what they are doing if they do not want to be recovered, it is true they have a much more cohesive team but that is not enough the score gap is too low and if they do not want to be overtaken they must lengthen the gap and do it immediates

[Stormisover]

Strange game yesterday for the cup, i was expecting to see a much dominant Barcelona against a low tier team like Albacete, i know they only need to win and go to the next round but despite that they were really close at the end(im refering to Albacete ending the game close in the result).

Anyways Lamine keep scoring which is good for him since the last season he doesnt score so much.

Barcelona played as if they already had the victory in hand, as if they knew they were in the comfort zone, so with little effort.
Maybe it's just an impression he made, noting the plays that weren't fun and lively, but an almost boring game to watch.
No highlights, maybe the only thing I liked was Albacete's goal at 87'.

Barcelona were under pressure to win but they love to enjoy the win. You are right that Barcelona played in a way that they were sure to win, with a mental preparation and no restlessness among the players. But things got a little complicated when Albacete got a goal in the 87 minute. Barcelona players thought they were sure to win but they conceded the goal and played more cautiously in the last few minutes of the match. I wouldn't have been surprised if the match had been a draw.

That game is quite surprising but I see it as normal thing that often happens in football, I know the result is quite disappointing for a team like Barcelona but nevertheless they won and that's the only thing that matters either they win with stress or they win with ease the real deal is they won because if they had lost that game what would have been the case? My only concern now is they should come back stronger to avoid this kind of heartache they gave to them fans in that game or else they will have themselves to blame.

[jostorres]

Raphinha in Barcelona is certainly a card that all coaches want to have in the team, playing with certain players means starting at the beginning with an advantage and certainly this is the phase in which these players are called upon to do well, so it is necessary that they are there.

Brazil will of course want Raphinha there is no doubt about that, but people are forgetting that he has played a lot of games for seasons now, and he did had a period where he had to miss this year, so that's the period he would rest and relax a bit, but that doesn't mean that we are going to see him be fit and rested for world cup. There is a very well possibility of him not being great at Brazil.

And to be fair I suggest doing all he can for Barcelona instead, never really liked the idea that national teams require best players, like fit and rested. Because these players are getting paid millions of euros, tens of millions in fact, and then they go and play for their national teams and get injured and that makes me furious and angry.

[Volgastallion]

Wow what a game yesterday for Copa del REy we had, the two games have special things but im refering to the one between Alaves and Real Sociedad,Alaves was 2-1 above and had a penalty in their favour at the 65 minute, they miss the penalty and after it all goes downwards, Real Sociedad comesback and win the game 3-2, what a disaster.

[Mame89]

It will certainly be more exciting considering the current gap between them is so narrow that sometimes El Clasico matches can be decisive for these two teams in the standings or the title race at the end of the season. However this is very clear now and many people are looking forward to El Clasico matches that can be used as a decisive event for positions or the championship.

Real Madrid is currently facing a number of issues stemming from the previous season. The latest is the sacking of Xabi Alonso and player ego issues. This should have been an opportunity for Barcelona to widen the points gap. However, the gap between the two teams is currently only one point, and Barcelona has significant defensive issues. I think it would be a huge embarrassment for Barcelona if Real Madrid were to win the title this season, as they managed to win the league with a team that could be considered unsolid. From the schedule I've seen, El Clasico will take place in May. I agree with you that El Clasico will be even more exciting with this situation.

Real Madrid has faced a tough competition this season for the La Liga trophy with Barcelona. The mid season dismissal of their manager has undoubtedly forced Real Madrid to work extra hard to adapt and the current issue of Madrid players' egos presents a significant challenge for coach Albeloa to curb their players' egos so Real Madrid can maintain consistency in every match.

Furthermore, Real Madrid's current weakness is their busy schedule having to overcome a playoff against Benfica. Barcelona ​​on the other hand, has the advantage of automatically qualifying for the round of 16. With the different match schedules for both teams Barcelona certainly has the advantage of maintaining their position in the standings as they have sufficient rest to maintain their players' fitness. El Clásico is always exciting to watch not only because it often determines the trophy race but also because it determines which team is the best this season.

[verdinio]

Albacete lost to Barcelona in the Copa del Rey in a match where they played very well, and were eliminated in the quarter-finals.
Even though Barça took a 0-2 lead, Albacete never compromised on their discipline and organization.
Jefte, the hero of the Real Madrid match, failed to capitalize on several clear scoring opportunities. If he had scored those chances, Albacete could have been in the semi-finals today.

Albacete scored in the 83rd minute, but the goal was disallowed for offside.
Three minutes later, Albacete found the equalizer, making the score 1-2. The match was very exciting after that, but Albacete couldn't find the equalizer and left the tournament with a memorable exit.

These teams always struggle to put on a decent performance that can be consistent over time, I understand that these are delicate things that require training and consistency but I think Barcelona were clearly superior, clearly this is an easy thing for them.

[Luzin]

Furthermore, Real Madrid's current weakness is their busy schedule having to overcome a playoff against Benfica. Barcelona ​​on the other hand, has the advantage of automatically qualifying for the round of 16. With the different match schedules for both teams Barcelona certainly has the advantage of maintaining their position in the standings as they have sufficient rest to maintain their players' fitness. El Clásico is always exciting to watch not only because it often determines the trophy race but also because it determines which team is the best this season.

If they have a coach who is capable of managing well, then I think the schedule is not a big problem because they are used to these conditions. Although there are other factors such as injuries and management, I think the main factor lies in a coach who is unable to control the players. Arbeloa has not yet seemed to meet the supporters' expectations. We can see the tangible evidence in Madrid's match results after Xabi left. Although it's only been a short time and there might still be room for improvement, this initial condition has disappointed some fans.

Today, Madrid only needs to keep improving, and if utilizing the transfer market is a solution, they should be able to use it. The chances of winning the league are still open. The chances in the UCL are also open, and the best thing is for the players to work hard because the club's big name is above them. So they have to give their all to win the championship this season. El Clasico might be the best moment to increase their chances of winning the league, so they must win from Barcelona.

[Ale88]

Arbeloa has not yet seemed to meet the supporters' expectations. We can see the tangible evidence in Madrid's match results after Xabi left. Although it's only been a short time and there might still be room for improvement, this initial condition has disappointed some fans.

I mean, seriously, how is he supposed to please the fans? Let's not forget that Real Madrid fans even complained about Ancelotti, let alone Arbeloa who is barely a manager. I'm sure that the mean reason behind Xabi Alonso's firing were the personal problems he was having with some players, especially the Brazilian ones, so they wanted someone who already knew Real Madrid's environment and at the same time without too much ego. I don't want to say that Arbeloa was chosen because he is a yes-man but we are going into that direction. Probably they were were worried about the dressing room situation and relationships that were falling apart because of Xabi Alonso.

[bastisisca]

There is only one point difference between Real Madrid and Barcelona in the points table, but Real Madrid's performance is really bad. Because Real Madrid can win with a small margin against weak teams, but Barcelona needs to create more attention because no matter how strong the opposing teams are, Barcelona needs to be kept right by winning.

Real Madrid's performance was awful.
I think even Real Madrid themselves are aware of it, yet they remain clinging to that single point, enough to make Barcelona feel the heat, and Barcelona can't afford to make mistakes.
Mistake = Real Madrid overtake Barcellona

[Frankolala]

Barcelona's current performance is very consistent and they are going through an unbeaten run. Suddenly one or two matches may go bad, but Barcelona's performance and their team's performance are in perfect harmony with each other. These two aspects have allowed them to create this situation at the moment. This season may be for Barcelona. Barcelona's position was a little bad at the beginning of the season. The biggest reason for being bad is that Barcelona's biggest stars were all injured. But now they have proven that we are above everyone and we are better than everyone.

Now that most of their injured stars are back, Barcelona is getting back on track and are performing very awesomely, my only  concern now about  them at this time is that the point  differences between them and Madrid is very small such that they could  fall off the top position by a slip. Barcelona  needs to make sure to consistently get more points ahead of Madrid, now they have more like a complete squad so of they are looking  at the title, they will need to put in that title effort for the la liga.

You have said it all. Barcelona injured players are coming back from injury which is an additional strength to the team that will make them be in a good form till the season comes to an end. Being in a good form means that you wouldn't have any problems not to be consistent. Real Madrid is a big threat to them.

[Abbatty]

Arbeloa has not yet seemed to meet the supporters' expectations. We can see the tangible evidence in Madrid's match results after Xabi left. Although it's only been a short time and there might still be room for improvement, this initial condition has disappointed some fans.

I mean, seriously, how is he supposed to please the fans? Let's not forget that Real Madrid fans even complained about Ancelotti, let alone Arbeloa who is barely a manager. I'm sure that the mean reason behind Xabi Alonso's firing were the personal problems he was having with some players, especially the Brazilian ones, so they wanted someone who already knew Real Madrid's environment and at the same time without too much ego. I don't want to say that Arbeloa was chosen because he is a yes-man but we are going into that direction. Probably they were were worried about the dressing room situation and relationships that were falling apart because of Xabi Alonso.

Yea I think you are right. Xabi is a coach with ambition and we really wanted Real Madrid to be run on his terms even though we all saw how the Brazilians were not happy about his decisions. Xabi is a very young coach and that why those players were easily giving him attitude and I feel that also the case of Arbeloa too, we all so some few matches ago where Arda Gurla was also complaining about his playing time in the club too.

Well a lot of Madrid fans are not happy with Vinicius in the club as most of them feel he his the reason why Alonso was sacked. For me a big manager needs to run the club, a manage most of these players will respect more. For now no name has been mentioned about who will be at the club next season but one thing is for sure Arbeloa will not be Real Madrid head coach next season.

[MAAManda]

Wow what a game yesterday for Copa del REy we had, the two games have special things but im refering to the one between Alaves and Real Sociedad,Alaves was 2-1 above and had a penalty in their favour at the 65 minute, they miss the penalty and after it all goes downwards, Real Sociedad comesback and win the game 3-2, what a disaster.

IDK what Alaves was thinking when they were leading 2 - 1. They should have played more defensively to keep the score down. But what happened was they continued to play aggressively, making good attacks on Real Sociedad until they were ultimately awarded a penalty & failed to convert it into a goal. The players morale seemed to drop when the harsh reality hit them, coupled with their defender not playing well, I'm talking about Nahuel Tenaglia. Well, it was an easy match for bettors who bet on the over .

[jakdanyel]

Barcelona just showed how it is done to Real Madrid against Albacete in the Copa del Rey.    I still can't believe how Real Madrid couldn't get past them.

If it happened we were going to have another El Clasico to watch. From now on I don't see any serious threat to Barcelona in this cup.

I know they lost to Real Sociedad in the La Liga but I don't think it will happen again in the semi finals...

[LUCKMCFLY]

So when you put all these things into perspective, it becomes even more impressive that Barcelona are above Madrid by 1 point. Then there is the fact that when Barcelona was out of form and had important players injured, Madrid were above with about 5 points, but now that Barcelona are in form, they're above Madrid.

But it's the truth, as harsh as it may sound, I recognize that Barcelona plays with much more desire than Madrid because they've shown that, and I can't speak very highly of Madrid because of their performances, but that's how it is However, this is something like that rivalry that has always existed, not to mention what will happen when the verdict in the Negreira case is revealed, because the punishment for Barcelona would be relegation.

[Ayers]

Arbeloa has not yet seemed to meet the supporters' expectations. We can see the tangible evidence in Madrid's match results after Xabi left. Although it's only been a short time and there might still be room for improvement, this initial condition has disappointed some fans.

I mean, seriously, how is he supposed to please the fans? Let's not forget that Real Madrid fans even complained about Ancelotti, let alone Arbeloa who is barely a manager. I'm sure that the mean reason behind Xabi Alonso's firing were the personal problems he was having with some players, especially the Brazilian ones, so they wanted someone who already knew Real Madrid's environment and at the same time without too much ego. I don't want to say that Arbeloa was chosen because he is a yes-man but we are going into that direction. Probably they were were worried about the dressing room situation and relationships that were falling apart because of Xabi Alonso.

I totally agree with you mate. The reason Alonso was fired was because he didn't have a good relationship with the players. He probably didn't have a good relationship with Mbappe in particular. After the defeat against Barcelona, ​​the Madrid players didn't follow Alonso's instructions. They followed Mbappe's instructions. It's a shame for a manager. And I thought Alonso would probably resign. But before that we saw the news that Madrid management had fired Alonso.

Madrid management is very experienced. We rarely see them make hasty decisions. But they made a very quick decision with Alonso. Madrid should have not fired Alonso until they found an experienced manager. Arbeloa is not an experienced manager. I wouldn't be surprised if Madrid were eliminated from the Champions League playoffs.

[Cryptoprincess101]

Now that most of their injured stars are back, Barcelona is getting back on track and are performing very awesomely, my only  concern now about  them at this time is that the point  differences between them and Madrid is very small such that they could  fall off the top position by a slip. Barcelona  needs to make sure to consistently get more points ahead of Madrid, now they have more like a complete squad so of they are looking  at the title, they will need to put in that title effort for the la liga.

You don't need to worry much about the little gap Barcelona has against Real Madrid. Both teams are longtime rivals, and they mostly rotate the top of the table until during the ending part of the season, though in recent years Barcelona has really identified how to be smarter than Real Madrid when they are a little gap apart from each other so i still believe in the tactics of Hansi Flick to be able to manage the team's performance and not allow anything ruin their efforts because they have been able to remain at the top for a long time.

[Adams0001]

Barcelona just showed how it is done to Real Madrid against Albacete in the Copa del Rey.    I still can't believe how Real Madrid couldn't get past them.

If it happened we were going to have another El Clasico to watch. From now on I don't see any serious threat to Barcelona in this cup.

I know they lost to Real Sociedad in the La Liga but I don't think it will happen again in the semi finals...

If you can ask me who will win the trophy I will definitely give to Barcelona because since real madrid have be eliminated in the cope dey Rey have give Barcelona to winner because is only real madrid that is given them tough time in the all competitions and they have be knockout in the competition they are just focusing on the Champions League competition and the laliga and if they can get the chance to win it that will be a good performance and the new coach will be more trusted and can continue coaching the players next season, let see how the rest competition will be because currently Barcelona have more higher hope to win three trophies then release madrid this season. If real madrid finish this season without achieving any title that will be a shameful thing for the team.

[KTChampions]

It's a match for the last game.
Real Betis vs. Athletico Madrid

ig: startimeskenya

It's unclear what to expect from Atlético, and the bookmakers are thinking the same thing. Here are the odds:

3.50 - 3.55 - 2.04

It's essentially a random game, although on paper Atletico is significantly stronger. I hope they win (to prevent the cup from becoming a completely easy ride for Barcelona), but I wouldn't bet on cash. I wouldn't be surprised if it goes to extra time or even a penalty shootout. Betis, by the way, also have a good defense, a dismal 0-0 result is not at all excluded.

[Pandorak]

Real Madrid's performance was awful.
I think even Real Madrid themselves are aware of it, yet they remain clinging to that single point, enough to make Barcelona feel the heat, and Barcelona can't afford to make mistakes.
Mistake = Real Madrid overtake Barcellona

Basically, we all know that Real Madrid is on high alert. They are well aware that their performance in recent matches has declined dramatically. They seem to have lost their direction and lack the right strategy. In this situation, a coaching change will undoubtedly have a significant impact on the squad. Everything will change according to the guidance of Alvaro Arbeloa as the new coach. However, the matches won't wait for them to be ready, there's no other option but to face it rise up or sink further.

To be honest, Real Madrid has fought hard so far, very hard indeed. They are currently in second place in the standings, just one point behind Barcelona. There is still a chance to earn more points, and the opportunity to win the trophy is still wide open. In the upcoming match against Valencia, the chances of winning are very high. Valencia squad has a defense that isn't too difficult to break through, and they haven't performed well this season. Real Madrid can take advantage of this situation to secure three points and solidify their position. If Barcelona fails to win against Mallorca, then Real Madrid will officially lead the provisional standings.

[Furious 7]

Real Madrid's early elimination from the cup somewhat diminished the competition, in my opinion. I would have liked to see another final between Real Madrid and Barcelona. However, we saw a Real Madrid team play terribly against Albacete and get eliminated from the cup. Barcelona played against Albacete recently, and the difference between the two teams was very noticeable. Barcelona had a very comfortable match against an opponent that Real Madrid played very poorly against.

Maybe you're talking about the Copa del Rey and not the FA Cup. But actually look at how Barcelona even though the dominance is the same as Madrid but they are a little troubled with the Albacete club even though they managed to win.

The only difference might be in terms of finishing because the fact that Barcelona can win is the difference here. This could also be another elimination so that Madrid can focus on 2 competitions (Champions League and La Liga) but failure is still failure and I think they must try to make the situation better in the future. Now Arbeloa is still quite trusted although there is still no real absolute consistency so far but Arbeloa is still enough to make them still survive in making the remaining 2 competitions a focus that must be maintained especially La Liga still has a chance because of 1 point difference and the Champions League although a little heavier but they still have the same chance.