Date: August 24, 2024
Venue: Santiago Bernabรฉu, Madrid
Real Madrid is heavily favored in this La Liga clash against Real Valladolid. Madrid has dominated recent meetings, winning 6 of the last 7, including a 6-0 thrashing in their previous encounter. Valladolid has shown resilience in their recent games, with their defense performing well, but they face a tough challenge against a Madrid side aiming to maintain their unbeaten run at home.
Key Stats & Insights
- Real Madrid: Undefeated in their last 24 home league matches, averaging 2.4 goals per game.
- Real Valladolid: Covered the +2 Asian Handicap in 4 of their last 5 games.
Team Form and Performance
- Real Madrid’s Last 10 Games: 7 wins, 3 draws; Arda Guler leads with 5 goals.
- Real Valladolid’s Last 10 Games: 7 wins, 1 loss, 2 draws; Raul Moro has 3 goals.
Head-to-Head Records
- Real Madrid has won 6 of the last 7 meetings, including 5 straight victories.
Player Form and Availability
- Real Madrid: Jude Bellingham is out with an injury, while Kylian Mbappe is expected to start.
- Real Valladolid: Raul Moro and Luis Perez are key players, but they face a formidable opponent.
Market Analysis (Odds)
- Real Madrid: Strong favorites with odds at 1.17 (85% chance).
- Valladolid: Underdogs with odds at 15.00.
- Asian Handicap: Valladolid +2 at odds of 2.06 offers a safer betting option.
Predictions
Real Madrid is expected to secure a comfortable win, with a likely scoreline of 3-1. Valladolid could cover the +2 Asian Handicap, making it a viable betting option.