Our football expert gives an exciting preview of week 28 in the Spanish La Liga, kicking off from 9 to 12 March.
With only 11 fixtures left in the Spanish La Liga season, all eyes are on Barcelona as they chase their first ever ‘Invincible’ season – aiming to finish without a single loss. Fresh from a narrow 1-0 victory against Atletico Madrid last weekend, Ernesto Valverde’s squad now sits comfortably at the top, eight points clear.
The scramble for the top four places is heating up, especially with the thrilling clash between Sevilla and Valencia this weekend. Meanwhile, the contest for UEFA Europa League spots intensifies, as Girona eye a breakthrough, sitting just a single point behind after their impressive 2-0 win at Villarreal. Here’s what to look forward to in gameweek 28.
Friday 9 March
Girona 6/10
Draw 3/1
Deportivo 17/4
(22:00)
Girona have been the standout surprise this season, defying the odds to stay just one point shy of Villarreal after their strong 2-0 away win. Excited supporters will pack the stands, hoping for a historic European qualification.
Deportivo recently ended a long goal drought under new management with Clarence Seedorf, but are still struggling. Despite their urgency for points, Girona are the favourite at 6/10 to secure the win.
Saturday 10 March
Eibar 9/2
Draw 34/10
Real Madrid 11/20
(14:00)
Eibar fans face a tough outing as their team has been winless against Real Madrid in seven tries, managing just two goals in all. Real Madrid, despite some inconsistent away form, looks poised to extend their strong head-to-head record. Expect a tough but successful trip for Los Blancos.
Sevilla 21/20
Draw 26/10
Valencia 24/10
(17:15)
Sevilla, aiming for a third consecutive win, host Valencia who have been on an unbeaten streak of five matches. Sevilla’s defensive record at home has been solid aside from two high-scoring defeats. This promises to be an action-packed encounter, with a wager on Over 2.5 Goals at 7/10 recommended.
Alaves 9/10
Draw 49/20
Deportivo 32/10
(19:30)
Alaves is comfortably positioned in 16th after back-to-back victories, sitting seven points above the drop zone. Deportivo, plummeting near the bottom, remain winless in eight, suffering heavy defeats away lately. A third straight victory for Alaves looks promising.
Getafe 7/10
Draw 5/2
Levante 9/2
(21:45)
Getafe hopes to solidify their top-half place with a strong home record, unbeaten in ten and only three draws. Levante battles relegation, winless in 12, just above the drop zone. Backing a Getafe home win, also great for accumulators.
Malaga 8/1
Draw 9/2
Barcelona 3/10
Bottom-placed Malaga take on leaders Barcelona in a classic David vs Goliath. Malaga’s woes continue after six straight losses, as Barcelona stays unbeaten this season. Although Barcelona may rest key players ahead of a Champions League clash with Chelsea, they have enough quality to dominate. A Win to Nil bet on Barcelona at 21/20 is advised.
Sunday 11 March
Espanyol 15/10
Draw 9/4
Real Sociedad 19/10
(13:00)
This weekend’s thrilling fixture features Espanyol and Real Sociedad, both struggling in the lower half but eager to climb. Espanyol boasts an unbeaten streak of six, though mostly draws. Sociedad is inconsistent with a win, draw, and loss in their last three. The safe pick: Espanyol on Win/Draw Double Chance at 4/10.
Atletico Madrid 4/10
Draw 34/10
Celta Vigo 13/2
(17:15)
Atletico, hoping to bounce back after a narrow defeat by Barcelona, maintains a solid chase for second place, seven points ahead of Real Madrid. Celta Vigo recently cracked into the top half with a 2-1 victory over Las Palmas. Atletico should claim the win here at 4/10 odds.
Las Palmas 22/10
Draw 24/10
Villarreal 12/10
(19:30)
Las Palmas remains stuck in the relegation zone with 17 losses and a recent narrow defeat to Villarreal. The ‘Yellow Submarine’ wants to halt a three-game losing streak and keep their European hopes alive. Betting Under 2.5 Goals at 17/20 looks wise for this tussle.
Real Betis 13/2
Draw 5/1
Real Madrid 3/10
(21:45)
Real Betis, on a two-match winning streak, faces tough opposition from in-form Real Madrid. Cristiano Ronaldo impressed with his 33rd La Liga hat-trick. Back the Away Win/Draw Double Chance and Both Teams to Score at 6/10.
Athletic Bilbao 8/10
Draw 23/10
Leganes 39/10
(21:45)
Athletic Bilbao has had a disappointing season, safe from relegation but far from top contention. Leganes recently snapped a six-game losing streak and hope to replicate their narrow win over Bilbao from the reverse clash. With Under 2.5 Goals hitting in all three head-to-heads, it’s the favoured bet at 5/10 here.
Monday 12 March
Alaves 11/10
Draw 24/10
Real Betis 5/2
(22:00)
Alaves seeks to extend their unbeaten home run, boasting six wins from seven matches. Real Betis arrives in a slump, winning once in their last four and scoreless for 180 minutes, while conceding heavily away. Bet on a home victory here.
QUAD @ 7/1
- Girona Win 6/10
- Getafe Win 7/10
- Atletico Madrid Win 4/10
- Alaves Win 11/10
