La Liga Matchday 26 soccer betting preview & free tips

Separated by a single point, Barcelona, Real Madrid and Atletico will be determined to avoid any missteps in Matchday 26 of La Liga 2024-25. Here are our free soccer betting picks for this week’s action in the Spanish top division.

Real Valladolid v Las Palmas

Saturday, March 1 – 7am AEDT – Estadio Jose Zorrilla

Real Valladolid remain at the foot of the table after securing just four wins thus far, while Las Palmas are three positions higher with an eight-point advantage. Victorious in their last two meetings, the visitors could extend Valladolid’s six-game losing streak.

Girona v Celta Vigo

Sunday, March 2 – 12am AEDT – Estadi Montilivi

Girona, in 13th, will be eager to end their three-game losing streak against Celta Vigo, who are three positions higher. Triumphant in three of their last four meetings at the Montilivi, the Catalan outfit are poised to triumph against a side with eight away defeats.

Rayo Vallecano v Sevilla

Sunday, March 2 – 2:15am AEDT – Estadio de Vallecas

Sevilla are 11th after securing four points from a possible six, while Vallecano are sixth following back-to-back defeats against Barcelona and Villarreal. Given that Vallecano are struggling with injuries and suspensions, the hosts — who won’t be at full strength — could potentially share the points with the dull Sevillians.

Real Betis v Real Madrid

Sunday, March 2 – 4:30am AEDT – Estadio Benito Villamarin

After ending their three-game winless run with a comfortable victory over Girona, second-placed Real Madrid will look to strengthen their title defence on their trip to Seville to face Betis, who are five places below them. Although Madrid possess superior firepower, the reigning champions will undoubtedly have their hands full with players like Isco and Manchester United loanee Antony.

Atletico Madrid v Athletic Bilbao

Sunday, March 2 – 7am AEDT – Metropolitano Stadium

After thumping Valladolid 7-1 last Sunday, fourth-placed Bilbao will seek to extend their 16-game unbeaten run on their trip to the capital to face third-placed Atletico, who remain firmly in the title race. Both teams are in impressive goalscoring form, so expect them to find the back of the net.

Leganes v Getafe

Monday, March 3 – 12am AEDT – Estadio Municipal de Butarque

Getafe, sitting 14th, ended their six-game unbeaten run with a 2-1 defeat to Betis, while Leganes are two positions behind after a five-game winless run. Unbeaten in their last three meetings, with two wins and a draw, back the in-form visitors to secure maximum points.

Barcelona v Real Sociedad

Monday, March 3 – 2:15am AEDT – Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys

League leaders Barcelona will strive to extend their five-game win streak against Real Sociedad, who sit eight positions behind them after losing three of their last five. As Spain’s most formidable attacking side, with 16 goals scored in their last five games across the board, expect the Blaugrana to dominate this encounter.

Real Mallorca v Deportivo Alaves

Monday, March 3 – 4:30am AEDT – Estadi Mallorca Son Moix

Alaves are second from bottom with one win from their last 10 La Liga outings, while Mallorca are in the top-half of the table with a three-game unbeaten run. Alaves have never secured a league victory at the Son Moix, and leading soccer betting sites are paying +128 for the trend to continue.

Osasuna v Valencia

Monday, March 3 – 7am AEDT – Estadio El Sadar

Osasuna are 12th on the table with 32 points, while Valencia are in the danger zone with nine fewer points. Since Osasuna have only won once in their last 13 Liga outings, and Valencia have struggled on the road, these unspectacular sides could play out a draw.

Villarreal v Espanyol

Tuesday, March 4 – 7am AEDT – Estadio de la Ceramica

Unbeaten in their last six Liga games, fifth-placed Villarreal will continue their pursuit of Champions League football against Espanyol, who are in the bottom half of the table. The hosts have dominated this fixture, and top online betting sites are paying +106 for the Yellow Submarine to secure a fifth consecutive win in this matchup.

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