La Liga (Spanish League) Prediction Thread 2025/26

[cxtreenal]

For now, Real Madrid's condition may not be so good, but there are still 2 months left until their match against Barcelona, ​​so during this period, injured Real Madrid players such as Mbappe, Bellingham, can play, and that can still give Real Madrid a chance to win. However, in this case, they need to try harder because Barcelona is in better form than Real Madrid and they will also play at Camp Nou, that will definitely give Real Madrid more challenges to fight Barcelona.

If it happens as you've said, I mean their most important players returning before the match against Barcelona then I'll be confident that Real Madrid could have a have to win but if not then Barcelona would definitely win. Barcelona still have some injured players too especially in midfield but their squad is better than Real Madrid's. I'm not going to give my predictions on who would win the next El classico yet until I'm sure that players like Mbappé and Bellingham would be involved in the match.

Barcelona will almost certainly be ahead for the next El classico match. Real Madrid have become a random team in the current situation and there is no guarantee that they will win. You can expect Barcelona to perform consistently and they may draw or win with their opponents but you cannot predict Real Madrid. They have become such a risky team in terms of betting that you are more likely to lose by betting on Real Madrid in a match against a weak team. Several Barcelona players are out of the field due to injury problems but it does not have much negative impact on the result of the match but for Real Madrid the situation is completely different. Mbappé has not played in the last few matches but there is no good forward to fill his void or those who are there are not playing as expected and are weak in finishing to score goals.

[Not your key not your BTC]

Since Xabi left Real Madrid,, things have become even more complicated for Real Madrid. So,, I personally don't have any expectations for Real Madrid this season. It's clear from the performance perspective that Real Madrid isn't very good. Therefore, what we should be proud of about Real Madrid is their current performance. Because basically I am very sure that with their current performance, Real Madrid will not be able to get anything this season.

Yes, Xabi Alonso's departure was the beginning of chaos for Real Madrid because they replaced an inexperienced coach. Since Arbeloa took over, Real Madrid's performance has been much worse compared to Xabi's. And now Real Madrid's performance is getting worse due to the many injuries to their main players. With conditions like this, there is no hope of seeing Real Madrid achieve anything this season because Arbeloa is not a coach who can find the right solution due to his inexperience. Fans are certainly disappointed to see Real Madrid's current condition because they see their beloved club will not win any trophies this season.

[Finebone]

Yes, Xabi Alonso's departure was the beginning of chaos for Real Madrid because they replaced an inexperienced coach. Since Arbeloa took over, Real Madrid's performance has been much worse compared to Xabi's. And now Real Madrid's performance is getting worse due to the many injuries to their main players. With conditions like this, there is no hope of seeing Real Madrid achieve anything this season because Arbeloa is not a coach who can find the right solution due to his inexperience. Fans are certainly disappointed to see Real Madrid's current condition because they see their beloved club will not win any trophies this season.

I wouldn't say that things has gone from bad to worse because even in the era of xabi Alonso, they weren't doing exceptionally well, though most of their fans has more hope then than now, but right now they are trailing Barcelona with four points of the top spot and they are pitched against Manchester City in the UEFA champions League, which looks like the end of the road for them, so unless something miraculous happens, nothing will stop them from going trophyless again this season.

[KTChampions]

It's too early to judge based on one season (or even the second, which will be the current one), as Barcelona's success so far is clearly based on Real Madrid's injury epidemic. I'm not saying Barcelona didn't deserve to win, only that there was a lack of competition. Regarding Flick's performance, I have many questions about the defense. It's been and remains Barcelona's weak point. This is usually the coach's direct responsibility, defense is the foundation of everything, and if it's not there in the playoffs, every disaster becomes fatal.

Barcelona deserves to be where they are now, i don't understand why this team always has to be discredited in any way, we have to give credit to this team that has certainly done well, and not only because Real Madrid has had some terrible games, we have to give credit to this team that always gives it their all.

No one argues that Barcelona deserved its place, but the conditions under which it was achieved are another matter. Atletico are in crisis, Real are in crisis, these are the facts. Furthermore, Barcelona have been without any European trophies for a long time, despite qualifying for the Europa League twice recently. Lack of success affects the status, so even the crisis-ridden Real is valued higher than Barcelona, ​​which is formally stronger than Real at the moment.

[bastisisca]

This season, along with the la liga title, Barcelona is also fighting for the champions league title. Hansi flick will definitely try his best to  do well on the champions league platform. Winning the champions league is always an honor. But winning the champions league title is very difficult. But I guess Barcelona will at least achieve the qualification of the  semi-finals.

yes it's always an honor and also a lot of money, but i don't see Barcelona being able to do it honestly
I don't think he can make it to the end, but i am probably wrong, let's see how he goes and if he gets through this round and who he will face next
then we will be able to understand a lot

[pewboy]

I do not know your yardstick of measurements for which you concluded Barcelona is better than Madrid, positionally on the table, Barcelona actually is but if we go beyond that, we will see that they both have their weak and strong spots which keeps them at advantage and even disadvantage at some points.
Of course, both teams have their weaknesses and the next El Clasico will determine who is stronger because if they continue winning their matches till then, that match will favor the strongest that wins the game. Real Madrid has all the qualities than Barcelona but they cannot utilize it properly.

The yardstick is in fact wrong, for goodness sake everyone has their own and having different opinions is very important to compare but i have to say that Barellona deserved to be there even if Real Madrid is there despite the difficulties they have, so i have to say that there are merits and demerits as always.

[len01]

There are some big problems in this team and everyone knows it very well, but i am also convinced that they will solve them and then the team will be great again, and it is also true that they cannot solve the problems with this coach, they absolutely must change him if they want to become great again.

Is it really possible for a big and popular team like Real Madrid to take the risk of changing their coach when there are only 11 matches left this season?

I totally understand that whenever something goes wrong with a team, the coach is usually the one who gets blamed. But the problem here is that Madrid are dealing with another injury crisis, which honestly isn’t entirely the coach’s fault. If you remember, when Ancelotti was still managing Madrid, they also went through a similar injury crisis.

So no matter how great the coach is, if the key players are injured, the team’s performance will definitely drop. That’s why I think changing the coach right now wouldn’t suddenly make Madrid great again, it might actually make them even more inconsistent.

[snipie]

There are some big problems in this team and everyone knows it very well, but i am also convinced that they will solve them and then the team will be great again, and it is also true that they cannot solve the problems with this coach, they absolutely must change him if they want to become great again.

Is it really possible for a big and popular team like Real Madrid to take the risk of changing their coach when there are only 11 matches left this season?

Some teams might use this technique to see if things go better because they basically have nothing to lose. Most of the time it is done by teams at risk of relegation or sometimes by teams which try to grab a position for UEFA Conference or Europa League. Honestly I don't recall a team in the position of Real Madrid trying to change at this time their coach unless we are talking about a serie of successive defeats..

[Razmirraz]

Since Xabi left Real Madrid,, things have become even more complicated for Real Madrid. So,, I personally don't have any expectations for Real Madrid this season. It's clear from the performance perspective that Real Madrid isn't very good. Therefore, what we should be proud of about Real Madrid is their current performance. Because basically I am very sure that with their current performance, Real Madrid will not be able to get anything this season.

Yes, Xabi Alonso's departure was the beginning of chaos for Real Madrid because they replaced an inexperienced coach. Since Arbeloa took over, Real Madrid's performance has been much worse compared to Xabi's. And now Real Madrid's performance is getting worse due to the many injuries to their main players. With conditions like this, there is no hope of seeing Real Madrid achieve anything this season because Arbeloa is not a coach who can find the right solution due to his inexperience. Fans are certainly disappointed to see Real Madrid's current condition because they see their beloved club will not win any trophies this season.

I also see it that way, Xabi Alonso departure was the beginning of Real Madrid decline in performance. Arbeloa certainly has a big challenge to replace Xabi and injuries to several key players make the situation even more difficult. Arbeloa inexperienced puts him under increasing pressure when facing a situation like this, little hope of winning a trophy if conditions like this continue. Currently Real Madrid is still 4 points behind Barcelona and in the UCL will face Man City whose performance is starting to improve, the absence of several key players makes it increasingly difficult for Arbeloa to meet the targets set by management, especially after facing Man City, they will be challenged by Atletico in the continuation of La Liga, if Real Madrid loses in these two matches it will make fans very disappointed.

[Luzin]

Is it really possible for a big and popular team like Real Madrid to take the risk of changing their coach when there are only 11 matches left this season?

When the new coach arrives today, he will immediately adapt. It may be felt in this season's achievements, perhaps becoming worse or getting better. This is a risk that Madrid has to take. But I think changing the coach now and ignoring this season's cup target is still quite realistic. This means that if the new coach comes, Madrid's target will be set for next season. So I think this is not wrong, but it is a choice, so Madrid certainly has to make a decision.

[changaa]

The recent matches of Hansi Flick was not too bad like his defensive stance was still good although many of their key defender were absent due to injury. But still he delivered a good defensive drive. Recent performance was good but they totally in entire season his defensive stances was bit sloppy as compared to previous season and I think it's all happened due to Ingo Martinez departure. He was too good in high defense line but unfortunately now he is no longer here and due to their defensive sentiment is little bit weaker than previous season.....

Now Barcelona really need to bring up some one new to their team because current defense can cause little bit concerned like maybe if any of his center back got injured then probably it will be hard for Barcelona to defend against stronger attacking team.

Defensive games are sometimes necessary, is just that if you just defend, then there will be problems in the end. Barcelona is definitely the favourite club at the moment for the championship, even if it can't stay very calm, it also needs to have substitutions available because if the starters get injured, is in a bad situation.

[SquallLeonhart]

Newcastle game doesn't mean anything for Barcelona, they could still win on the second game. There is a huge dire need for money by Barcelona, and the further they go in UCL the more money for them and that's something they can use very well for summer transfer window. The more money they have, the more cap space will be opened up for them and they can register players they buy.

But at the same time, if Real Madrid gets defeated by Man City, and Barcelona keeps going, that will be putting La Liga at risk for Barcelona as well, players will be more tired compared to Real Madrid players who will be rested, and that could be the difference maker. I do not think that they will want to make that type of risk for now.

[m4r1o]

Since Hansi Flick took over, Barcelona has been far superior to Real Madrid. Not only did Barcelona dominate El Clasico, but Hansi Flick also prevented Real Madrid from winning a title last season. This season, Real Madrid appears to be heading for another title drought due to their inconsistent performance, coupled with a player crisis plagued by numerous injuries.
Hansi Flick knows how to meet the needs of players and has successfully developed Barcelona young players to perform on the pitch. Even with limited funds, Barcelona can be this great, imagine what it would be like with adequate financial support. They could certainly achieve even more under the right coach like Hansi Flick.

It's not just the fact that Barcelona have been far superior to Real Madrid thanks to Flick, but above all that Real Madrid since the beginning of the season have not been as performing as they usually are, they have suffered injuries, controversy, changes of coach and therefore have not had a performance consistent with the team that they are in fact.
In my opinion, it is not an improvement by Barcelona, but a decline in Real Madrid's performance that makes the difference.

[|MINER|]

I read that Mbappé has started training. If he's fit for the Manchester City game, perhaps Real Madrid's quality and dominance in the game could improve. Because when he wasn't there, we saw that Real Madrid was very ineffective in attack. Right now, the biggest thing Real Madrid wants is for Mbappé to return to the team and for them to win the Manchester City game. However, playing him if his injury hasn't fully healed carries a big risk.

I actually saw news a while ago that Mbappe is recovering from his left knee ligament injury and has been to the training ground, but there is still a lot of uncertainty about whether he will be able to play for Real Madrid against Manchester City. And if he does play, I don't think he will be able to perform very well because most players recovering from injuries can't give their 100% and besides, I haven't seen anyone say anything specific yet about when he will be taken off or how many minutes he will be on the field.
And speaking of Rodrygo, I haven't seen any promising news about him yet. So I still have doubts about whether Real Madrid can win against Manchester City.

[Jegileman]

Yes, Xabi Alonso's departure was the beginning of chaos for Real Madrid because they replaced an inexperienced coach. Since Arbeloa took over, Real Madrid's performance has been much worse compared to Xabi's. And now Real Madrid's performance is getting worse due to the many injuries to their main players. With conditions like this, there is no hope of seeing Real Madrid achieve anything this season because Arbeloa is not a coach who can find the right solution due to his inexperience. Fans are certainly disappointed to see Real Madrid's current condition because they see their beloved club will not win any trophies this season.

Real Madrid’s management are following up with the condition of the team, so if they see anything that is unusual in the performance of the team, they would have sent a red flag warning to the coach for him to improve on his management of the team. This maybe a gradual process, but as long as they don’t sack him and he still remains amongst the contender of the title, they will still have hope in winning at least a trophy this season. No one can tell what can happen from now till end of the season, so I think we should not come to a conclusion so soon that Real Madrid will not win any trophy. They are still in the champions league, a place they call home and has proven it overtime. There is still hope for them over there just like there is in the La Liga also.

[verdinio]

At the moment i also think Barcelona would win, there are many reasons: they are in a better position in the table and this has a positive effect from a psychological point of view, secondly they don't have so many injured players and the team under the direction of Hansi Flick is working well.
At the moment Barcelona is favorable team for winning La Liga tittle than Madrid behind 4 points remaining but don't foeget has 11 matches left and still has el clasico match at second half season schedule. Both Madrid and Barcelona actually has the same opportunity if want to be the winner regarding many La Liga matches left and both teams need focus not only playing well in La Liga match but also in Champuon League match.
I am prefer waiting for the el clasico match result before predicting which one team has close opportunity to be La Liga winner in this season, however Barcelona indeed has 4 points left awhile but Madrid still has chamce to catch Barcelona's points.

Barcelona can always win and they are not even too burdened in terms of league matches, even if this season has been particularly characterised by several injuries on the part of Real Madrid which however makes everything less poetic, the matches must be played at 100% form otherwise there is no fun

[Pandu Geddon]

Real Madrid’s management are following up with the condition of the team, so if they see anything that is unusual in the performance of the team, they would have sent a red flag warning to the coach for him to improve on his management of the team. This maybe a gradual process, but as long as they don’t sack him and he still remains amongst the contender of the title, they will still have hope in winning at least a trophy this season. No one can tell what can happen from now till end of the season, so I think we should not come to a conclusion so soon that Real Madrid will not win any trophy. They are still in the champions league, a place they call home and has proven it overtime. There is still hope for them over there just like there is in the La Liga also.

Whatever Madrid achieves this season, I am sure there will be some changes next season. Fans and club management will surely notice and are not satisfied enough with their team's performance this season. 
The opportunities are still open, but everything will depend on their ability to seize them. Madrid's situation may no longer be favored. But the competition is still open.

[Fakhrulenclix]

I read that Mbappé has started training. If he's fit for the Manchester City game, perhaps Real Madrid's quality and dominance in the game could improve. Because when he wasn't there, we saw that Real Madrid was very ineffective in attack. Right now, the biggest thing Real Madrid wants is for Mbappé to return to the team and for them to win the Manchester City game. However, playing him if his injury hasn't fully healed carries a big risk.

I actually saw news a while ago that Mbappe is recovering from his left knee ligament injury and has been to the training ground, but there is still a lot of uncertainty about whether he will be able to play for Real Madrid against Manchester City. And if he does play, I don't think he will be able to perform very well because most players recovering from injuries can't give their 100% and besides, I haven't seen anyone say anything specific yet about when he will be taken off or how many minutes he will be on the field.
And speaking of Rodrygo, I haven't seen any promising news about him yet. So I still have doubts about whether Real Madrid can win against Manchester City.

Real Madrid will play at their home stadium, so I think that even though some of their key players are not yet 100% fit, there is an advantage for them because they are playing at home. On the other hand, Manchester City's performance is often inconsistent, but what needs to be remembered is that this is a prestigious match between two top European teams that in recent seasons have become fierce rivals. Therefore, I think we should put everything aside, and there is a possibility that both teams will perform differently in this match. However, personally, I have some doubts about Real Madrid, even though they are favored.

[jaberwock]

I'm not sure what will happen to Barcelona's performance in the future,, but I'm personally more optimistic about Barcelona than Real Madrid. Barcelona clearly looks more prominent right now, struggling with a bit of a defensive woes. Barcelona's draw against Newcastle clearly shows that their defense is lacking. So,, I think Barcelona needs to focus on strengthening their defense to be able to perform optimally in the upcoming match.

If Barcelona hadn't been awarded a penalty,, they would have lost to Newcastle. Therefore, in the second leg, Barcelona must give their best and prove to Newcastle that if they played at home, they would have lost badly. With that in mind,, I can't wait for the second leg against Newcastle. This match will undoubtedly be very exciting. And I will definitely bet on Barcelona in this match.

We are going to see them be better in the near future. Because half of their debt came from the stadium build, they spent nearly a billion dollars on that stadium and it has taken longer than it should which created a financial trouble for them.

In fact, they have started to use the stadium even before it ended, most of the stadium still needs to be worked on and yet they are still there because they just couldn't afford not being there anymore. When that is done, we are going to see them start to earn a lot more money and if they are this good without money, imagine what they can do with a lot more money.

[cande86]

I think the problem lies in their very high defensive line, but they're slowly improving that. Opponents will be aware of Barcelona's high defense, so they'll rely on speed to get the ball into their defensive third, and they've done that successfully on several occasions.

But now they've improved that a bit, especially in anticipating quick counter-attacks from their opponents. Their analysis team is undoubtedly aware of their weaknesses and is providing advice to the head coach.

Speed is not enough, i fear they will also have to look at their technique a bit, it is a fundamental thing, obviously the opponents will all be focused on breaking through the defence, but i have to say that Barcelona is very tough as a team and as a group, even if many times they make important mistakes and the opponents notice them.