Real Madrid take on La Liga surprise package Girona at the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium this weekend, with the reigning champions looking to end the season in style, despite Barcelona already appearing to have one hand on the title. Opponents Girona have won their last three outings in the Spanish top-flight, however a win in the Capital on Sunday would undoubtedly be their biggest success to date.
Spanish La Liga – Santiago Bernabéu, Madrid – Sunday 18th March – 19:45 UK Time
Real Madrid vs Girona Match Preview
Real Madrid are looking to make it three wins in a row in La Liga when they host Girona in the Spanish capital this weekend, despite Zinedine Zidane and his men having already given up hope of retaining the title come the end of the season. Madrid are the undoubted favourites for victory on Sunday evening, however a positive result for Girona is not out of the question given their recent form. For those still unsure of who to back ahead of kick-off this weekend, be sure to check out our top betting tip below. However, let’s first take a closer look at the two teams, starting with the hosts.
Real Madrid Team News & Form
Two goals from Cristiano Ronaldo handed Real Madrid a win over Eibar last time around, ensuring that they remain just a single point above Valencia in the La Liga standings. Despite having scored 67 goals in the top-flight so far this season, Zidane’s side have suffered five defeats also, meaning that they sit 15 points behind Barcelona. The likes of Gareth Bale, Karim Benzema, Lucas Vasquez and Marco Asensio are all vying for starts in attacking positions for the hosts, with Zidane likely to name a strong starting eleven against an in-form Girona.
Girona Team News & Form
The visitors have won four out of their last five La Liga matches, including their most recent success at home to Deportivo La Coruna. Manager Pablo Machín will also be looking to add to his increasing reputation this weekend, with the likes of Portu and Christian Stuani among the biggest attacking threats for the visitors.
Head to Head
The two teams have met just once in the past, coming earlier on in the season, when Girona claimed a surprising 2-1 victory over Real Madrid in front of their home fans. However, with the duo having never met in the Spanish capital, it remains to be seen as to how Girona will respond to playing in such an environment.
Real Madrid vs Girona Betting Odds and Predictions
Given their standing in the table and status as the home team this weekend, it comes as little surprise that it is Real Madrid who are the overwhelming favourites for victory with all online bookmakers. The hosts can be backed at best odds of 1/6 provided by William Hill, while the same bookmaker offer Girona odds of 16/1 to claim all three points on Sunday evening.
Real Madrid vs Girona Betting Tip
Our top betting tip for the match is to bet on both teams scoring during the 90 minutes, which can be found at best odds of 4/6 at Ladbrokes.