Barcelona will secure the title in 2026 if they manage at least a draw against Real Madrid. The match will take place on 10 May at the Camp Nou.
FC Barcelona
If Barcelona avoid defeat today, they will be able to claim their 29th Spanish league title. This will be particularly significant in the clash against their arch-rivals.
It is worth noting that Hans Flick’s side is now less affected by injuries. Raphinha, who required some rehabilitation, may come on as a substitute, but Lamine Yamal is still sidelined.
Against the backdrop of an inconsistent attacking line-up, Ferran Torres stands out. He has 15 goals to his name in the race for the top scorer.
Robert Lewandowski has picked up the pace somewhat, but this season has nevertheless proved to be a disappointment for the Pole. He has scored 13 goals in the league.
Real Madrid
The ‘Whites’ have lost all hope of finishing top of the table. It is hard to imagine that Barcelona will simply ‘squander’ their 11-point lead. There is also growing criticism in Spain of Kylian Mbappé, who was absent from the match against Espanyol. It is worth noting that a petition against the Frenchman’s stay at the club has gathered over 40 million signatures. The “Royal Club’s” attack can be described as the worst this season when compared to their defence, despite Mbappé leading the scoring charts.
The squad issues at the “Galácticos” are evident. Real Madrid recently lost Ferland Mendy for the rest of the season. Federico Valverde will not be able to take to the pitch against Barcelona. He has been diagnosed with a head injury sustained during a training session clash with Aurélien Tchouaméni. Serious disputes between players are another factor contributing to the negative atmosphere at the club.
Players such as Daniel Carvajal, Dani Ceballos, Éder Militão, Arda Güler and Rodrygo are also on the list of those who will not take to the pitch due to injury.
Barcelona vs Real Madrid prediction
Barcelona are playing at home, which gives them a significant advantage.
Squad issues and the team’s fragile mental state are major factors working against a Real Madrid victory. A downward trend has been evident since their Champions League match against Bayern Munich.
A win for the Catalans could prove to be a successful bet for the Barcelona v Real Madrid match. Also, betting on over 2.5 goals in the second half is a promising option.
Main bet – Over 2.5 goals in the second half
Predicted score – 4:2