Yahoo Sports La Liga Matchday 20: Best Game Predictions and Odds
Matchday 20 promises to be action-packed, with intense battles for positions in the standings.
Teams like Atlético, Real Sociedad, and Barcelona will look to build on recent wins as they face Valencia, Getafe, and Leganés in the fight for crucial points. Discover today’s games predictions for the clashes that could shape the La Liga season.
La Liga Matchday 20: Best Game Predictions and Odds
Valencia vs. Real Sociedad
Valencia now resembles a pale shadow of their former self, desperately dwelling at the very bottom of the table. La Liga champions and back-to-back Champions League finalists in the early noughties, their decline has been stark.
Their standings are not just numbers; they reflect a team helpless in attack. Los Che have scored just 10 times in La Liga this season. On the other hand, Real Sociedad, although not shining with stability, looks like the clear favourite.
This game is unlikely to feature sparkling football; rather, it will be a scrappy, nervous fight for every inch. Valencia will fight to the end, but will it be enough against a more organised and skilled opponent? Most likely, Sociedad will take the points with them, but not without a fight.
Our bet: Individual total “Real Sociedad” over 1 and handicap (0).
Getafe vs Barcelona
Getafe, under the leadership of Jose Bordalás, are a well-oiled machine even if results have been tough to find. Every cog knows its place with just three teams having conceded less goals.
Bordalás’ troops will need to be at their best to shutout a Barcelona side who have hit 10 goals across recent wins over Real Madrid and Real Betis.
The visitors also have a poor recent record at the Coliseum Alfonso Pérez and have failed to score a single goal there in three consecutive matches. This should be tight and patience from Barcelona will be needed.
Our bet: Total goals under 2.5.
Celta vs Athletic
Celta vs. Athletic is always a clash of character. Celta, driven by their attacking impulse, will face Athletic, known for their stubbornness and team spirit. It will be a fiery game, with a fight for every ball and emotions running high. Both teams are capable of creating chances, but the quality in either penalty box will be the decisive factor.
Our bet: Both teams to score.
Leganes vs Atletico
Leganés are fighting for survival with every match. An upset of Barcelona last month has kept the club just outside the relegation places.
However, their struggle is visible and Atlético Madrid pose a daunting test this weekend. The visitors lead the La Liga title race and are chasing a ninth consecutive league. Diego Simeone’s side start as big favourites.
Our bet: Atlético to win without conceding.
Real Madrid vs Las Palmas
Real Madrid remain unconvincing under Carlo Ancelotti and followed their Supercopa thrashing to Barcelona with extra-time progress in the Copa del Rey.
The final scoreline, a 5-2 win over Celta Vigo, appears emphatic on surface level but the champions were forced into an added period after blowing a two-goal led. For all their superstar talent, Los Blancos have failed to click as hoped.
Lowly Las Palmas offer an opportunity to get back on track this weekend. The Bernabeu will expect – and demand – a reaction.
Our bet: Real Madrid over 2.5 goals.
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