La Liga Matchday 19 preview: betting tips & top soccer bets

Matchday 19 of La Liga 2024-25 features eight thrilling fixtures, including Atletico Madrid’s clash with Osasuna, where Diego Simeone’s side could reclaim top spot.
Below are our free soccer betting predictions for this week’s action in Spain’s top tier.

Rayo Vallecano v Celta Vigo

Saturday, January 11 – 7:00am AEDT – Estadio de Vallecas
Separated by just two points on the table, 11th-placed Celta Vigo and 12th-placed Vallecano are evenly matched going into this contest.
With their last two meetings ending in draws, this game could see another evenly split result at +206 with the top bookmakers.

Deportivo Alaves v Girona

Saturday, January 11 – 12:00am AEDT – Mendizorrotza Stadium
Eighth-placed Girona head to Alaves after an impressive 3-0 victory over Real Valladolid, while 16th-placed Alaves remain winless in their last six games.
Despite having home advantage, Alaves may struggle to keep up with a Girona side fighting for European qualification.

Real Valladolid v Real Betis

Saturday, January 11 – 2:15am AEDT – Estadio Jose Zorrilla
Ninth-placed Real Betis are looking to bounce back after a disappointing draw with Vallecano. Meanwhile, Valladolid sit at the bottom of the table after their 12th loss of the season.
Having defeated Valladolid earlier this season, expect Betis to claim a straightforward victory with top odds form Marantelli Bet.

Espanyol v Leganes

Sunday, January 12 – 4:30am AEDT – Stage Front Stadium
Espanyol, third from bottom, are in desperate need of a win after a poor run of form. Leganes, 15th on the table, face injury and suspension woes, which could hinder their performance.
Espanyol should capitalise on their home advantage to secure a vital victory.

Sevilla v Valencia

Sunday, January 12 – 7:00am AEDT – Ramon Sanchez-Pizjuan Stadium
14th-placed Sevilla are looking to recover from their 4-2 loss to Real Madrid. Valencia, sitting second-to-last, are also desperate for points after a 2-1 defeat to the league leaders.
Dodi Lukebakio, Sevilla’s top scorer with eight goals, is a good bet to add to his tally.

Las Palmas v Getafe

Monday, January 13 – 12:00am AEDT – Estadio Gran Canaria
Las Palmas have been impressive recently, sitting 13th with three wins and a draw in their last four matches. Getafe, four spots lower, have suffered three losses over the same period.
The in-form hosts should have the upper hand at home.

Atletico Madrid v Osasuna

Monday, January 13 – 2:15am AEDT – Metropolitano Stadium
Atletico Madrid, sitting second, are eager to overtake Real Madrid at the top of the table. Osasuna, who have dropped to 10th after a six-game winless streak, face a tough challenge.
Alexander Sorloth, who netted the winner against Barcelona, is a strong candidate to score again.

Real Sociedad v Villarreal

Tuesday, January 14 – 7:00am AEDT – Anoeta Stadium
Seventh-placed Sociedad look to bounce back after two winless games, while Villarreal, currently fifth, come off a much-needed win over Leganes.
With home advantage and better overall form, Sociedad are likely to edge this encounter.

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