The upcoming weekend in La Liga is poised to be decisive, featuring pivotal clashes with potential implications for the league standings. Betis squares off against Real Madrid, while Girona heads to Barcelona in two high-profile encounters that could shape the title race.
Real Madrid and Girona, currently level on points at the league's summit, face crucial challenges. However, Madrid contends with a string of injuries, notably affecting key players such as Dani Carvajal, Vinicius Junior, and Thibaut Courtois. With uncertainties at right-back and in goal, Madrid faces a tough test against Betis, who have remained unbeaten in their last 10 league matches but might feel the strain from their midweek Copa del Rey fixture.
Meanwhile, Girona, displaying resilience in recent comebacks, faces Barcelona, with Coach Michel Sanchez intending to rest key players for their cup game. Barcelona, buoyed by their recent win over Atletico Madrid, anticipates the return of key players Frenkie de Jong and Pedri. However, injuries to players like Inigo Martinez and Marc Andre Ter Stegen pose challenges.
Atletico Madrid, currently fourth after a setback, anticipates an easier fixture against winless Almeria. The weekend also sees Getafe hosting Valencia, a test for Alaves against Las Palmas, and a compelling clash between Villarreal and Real Sociedad. Additionally, struggling teams like Mallorca and Sevilla aim to end winless streaks, while Granada faces Athletic Club Bilbao in Alexander Medina's home debut as coach.
Cadiz meets Osasuna in a bottom-half duel, and the round concludes with Rayo Vallecano aiming for redemption against Celta Vigo on Monday.
Each fixture holds significance in this thrilling weekend lineup, promising intriguing battles and potential shifts in the La Liga standings.
(With Agency Inputs)
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