It’s a blockbuster weekend in the LALIGA EA SPORTS, with Real Madrid vs Valencia CF, Atleti vs Villarreal CF and ELGRAN DERBI between Sevilla FC and Real Betis the highlight.
As the 2023/24 LALIGA EA SPORTS season unfolds, matchday 13 emerges as a thrilling chapter, promising football enthusiasts a weekend filled with gripping encounters.
Among the standout fixtures, the highly anticipated El Gran Derbi takes centre stage, adding to the excitement surrounding this weekend’s potential spectacle.
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Real Madrid return to the Bernabéu to face neighbours Rayo Vallecano, while Barcelona have a tough game away at Real Sociedad in the LALIGA this weekend.
Let’s take a look at the top five key points for this action-packed matchday.
1. EL GRAN DERBI Intensity
The highlight of the matchday is undoubtedly the derby between Sevilla and Real Betis, tagged the El Gran Derbi.
Known as one of the most passionate derbies globally, the rivalry seldom disappoints, with only three of the past meetings being won by more than a goal.
Sevilla hold the home advantage but Real Betis enter the game in better form, setting the stage for an unpredictable showdown.
2. Athletic Club vs RC Celta Battle
Friday night features a clash between two-time Spanish champions Ernesto Valverde and Rafa Benitez.
While Valverde’s Athletic eye European qualification, Bentinez seeks an escape from relegation with his Celta Vigo side.
With both teams having much at stake, the fixture at San Mames promises a high-stakes encounter.
3. Girona’s Challenge
Girona, the current league leaders, face a formidable challenge as they go up against Rayo Vallecano.
Coach Michel, returning to his former club, will encounter a Rayo side unbeaten in eight matches and ready to provide a stern test for Girona’s title aspirations this season.
4. Real Madrid vs Valencia: Los Derby
Saturday night sees a marquee tie between Real Madrid and Valencia at the Bernabeu.
With an identical form in the past four matches, Los Blancos and Los Che bring confidence to the pitch.
While the visitors Valencia hasn’t secured a win at this venue since 2008, their young and energetic squad will aim to defy history against a formidable Real Madrid side inspired by Jude Bellingham.
5. Atletico Madrid vs Villarreal Challenge
The matchday concludes with an enticing fixture as Atletico Madrid take on Villarreal CF.
Diego Simeone’s Atleti face a challenging opponent in the Yellow Submarines, who are looking to bounce back from a recent defeat.
Atletico’s record against Villarreal adds an extra layer of intrigue to this clash, making it a must-watch finale to the matchday.
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