Gameweek 20 delivered some unforgettable results and stunning scorelines. Barcelona extended their lead atop the table to a massive 11 points with a commanding 5-0 victory away at Real Betis.
The chase for the top four faces challenges as Atletico Madrid and Valencia, sitting second and third respectively, both hit some hurdles. European champions Real Madrid bounced back impressively with a 7-1 thrashing, powered by braces from Gareth Bale, Cristiano Ronaldo, and Nacho Fernandez. This weekend promises more edge-of-your-seat matches with goals likely to keep pouring in.
Friday 26 January
8/10 Athletic Bilbao | Draw 5/2 | Eibar 36/10 (22:00)
Athletic Bilbao aims to keep their impressive unbeaten streak going as they welcome Eibar on Friday night. Only Barcelona has a longer streak than Bilbao, who have remained undefeated for nine matches. Eibar showed resilience with a draw against Malaga but have struggled on the road, scoring just seven goals in nine away games and conceding 20. It’s looking good for Bilbao here!
Saturday 27 January
21/20 Deportivo | 47/20 | Levante 26/10 (14:00)
Deportivo remain locked in the relegation zone after a heavy 7-1 defeat to Real Madrid. Despite taking an early lead, they couldn’t hold on. They host Levante, just two points ahead in 17th. Levante lost their third straight last weekend, falling 2-1 to Villarreal. Expect a cautious battle with few goals. Back Under 2.5 Goals at 15/20.
33/10 Valencia | 7/2 | Real Madrid 6/10 (17:15)
At Mestalla, Valencia takes on Real Madrid in the marquee matchup. Valencia’s hopes for a top four finish took a blow after a 2-1 loss to relegation-threatened Las Palmas. Real ended a rough streak with a 7-1 demolition of Deportivo. Their earlier 2-2 draw promises a tight contest. Bet on Both Teams to Score First Half at 37/20.
29/20 Malaga | 21/10 | Girona 2/1 (19:30)
Malaga fights to escape the bottom as they host Girona, fresh off an impressive draw at Atletico Madrid. Malaga recently ended a four-game winless run with a draw against Eibar. Girona, sitting in the top half, have shown they can surprise, including a 6-0 thrashing of Las Palmas. Girona looks poised for the win at 2/1.
12/10 Villarreal | 49/20 | Real Sociedad 21/10 (21:45)
Villarreal, tipped for a top four finish this season, are on a strong five-game unbeaten streak, including four wins. Real Sociedad, struggling and on a three-game losing run, have a decent attack but sit low in the standings. Villarreal should take this one.
Sunday 28 January
27/20 Leganes | 19/10 | Espanyol 49/20 (13:00)
Leganes rallied from two goals down to draw 2-2 against Alaves last weekend and sit 13th, just three points behind seventh place. Espanyol looks to bounce back from a 3-0 defeat to Sevilla and seeks only their second away win all season. Back the Home/Draw Double Chance & Both Teams to Score (No) at 23/20.
2/11 Atletico Madrid | 6/1 | Las Palmas 14/1 (17:15)
Atletico’s title hopes took a hit with a 1-1 draw against Girona, missing key striker Diego Costa due to injury. Relying on Griezmann and Gameiro, Atletico faces tough opposition from Las Palmas, who ended a losing streak with a win over Valencia. Bet Atletico Madrid on the (-1) Handicap at 5/10.
11/20 Sevilla | Draw 31/10 | Getafe 47/10 (19:30)
Sevilla revved back to form with a 3-0 win over Espanyol, ending a three-game losing streak and keeping top four hopes alive. Getafe, with just one away win this season, drew 2-2 at home versus Athletic Bilbao. Take Sevilla for the home win at 11/20.
1/11 Barcelona | Draw 19/2 | Alaves 21/1 (21:45)
Barcelona capitalised on rivals dropping points with a 5-0 demolition of Real Betis, fueled by Messi and Suarez’s prolific scoring. Alaves remains just outside the relegation spots but showed resilience in a 2-2 draw with Leganes despite a red card. Expect Barcelona to win by three or more goals at 13/20.
Monday 29 January
15/20 Celta Vigo | Draw 29/10 | Real Betis 32/10 (22:00)
Celta Vigo climbed to seventh with a spirited 2-1 win over Real Sociedad, marking four unbeaten games with three wins. Real Betis fell to tenth after their heavy home defeat. Celta’s inconsistent home form could be a factor, but riding their hot streak, expect them to prevail.
QUAD @ 11/2
- Atletico Madrid (-1) Handicap 5/10
- Sevilla Win 11/20
- Barcelona Win By 3 Or More 13/20
- Celta Vigo Win 15/20