Predictions for the 38th round of La Liga, May 23-25
Betis vs Valencia
This match is exclusively for fans of these teams. There is no tournament intrigue. The hosts have secured sixth place in the table, while the visitors will finish closer to the middle. It's hard to say whose form is better, as neither team has been impressive in recent rounds. Some information can be gleaned from head-to-head meetings – five of the last six ended with a high-scoring scenario. Considering possible squad rotations, one might believe in the continuation of this trend.
Match Prediction for Betis vs Valencia: Total Over 2.5 Goals
Real Madrid vs Real Sociedad
Another match of the final round of the championship without any intrigue. The "Los Blancos" are taking the silver medals, while Real Sociedad finishes in the middle of the table. We have no doubt that the hosts will win, but the odds for this event are low. Let's focus on the visitors' scoring ability: the team has struggled to convert chances and until the recent game against Girona, they hadn't scored in 4 matches. Taking into account the lack of motivation and playing against a top club, it's reasonable to assume that Real Sociedad will find it difficult to score even one goal.
Match Prediction for Real Madrid vs Real Sociedad: Visitors' Individual Total Under 1 Goal
Leganes vs Real Valladolid
One of the few matches that carries some intrigue. Leganes is in the relegation zone but still has a chance for salvation. They need to win in the final round and hope for a slip-up by Espanyol, who will play against already relegated Las Palmas. Leganes will face Real Valladolid, who have long forgotten how to earn points. Scoring goals is a struggle for the visitors. The hosts must win, and they will likely do so in a low-scoring manner. The last five head-to-head meetings ended with a small number of goals scored.
Match Prediction for Leganes vs Real Valladolid: Total Under 2.5 Goals
Espanyol vs Las Palmas
This match is closely intertwined with the one described above. Fans of the teams are unlikely to sleep the night before the game. Everything is in Espanyol's hands: they just need to win to stay in the elite. The team is on a five-match losing streak, but that doesn't matter anymore, especially since Las Palmas is in a similar situation. We expect a battle where there shouldn't be many goals, as playing solid defense will be much more important.
Match Prediction for Espanyol vs Las Palmas: Total Under 2.5 Goals
Alaves vs Osasuna
The hosts, having defeated Real Valladolid in the last round, have secured their place in the elite. The last game of the championship means nothing to them. The same cannot be said for Osasuna, as the team, after two consecutive victories, has joined the race for a spot in the Europa League.the visitors are the favorites for the match, and deservedly so. Alaves likely expended a lot of energy in their previous match, which held much greater significance.
Match Prediction for Alaves vs Osasuna: Victory for the Visitors
Rayo Vallecano vs Mallorca
The match holds crucial importance for the "red-striped" team. They are close to securing a spot in European competitions, but they cannot afford to drop points in the upcoming round, or they might end up with nothing. It seems the schedule is in their favor. Mallorca is two positions lower in the standings and has already achieved its objectives. The hosts should seemingly win, but their defensive play is concerning. The club concedes in almost every game, while Mallorca recently managed to score against Real Madrid. We anticipate a high-scoring encounter and believe in both teams finding the net.
Match Prediction for Rayo Vallecano vs Mallorca: Both Teams to Score
Getafe vs Celta
The hosts finally ended their losing streak: in the previous round, they defeated Mallorca (2:1). The success is of local significance, as the team has been lingering in the middle of the table for a while. Celta, on the other hand, complicated their task in the championship by losing to Rayo Vallecano in the 37th round. Now, to remain in the Europa League zone, the "Sky Blues" need a victory. It's not an easy task: Getafe won the last two head-to-head matches at home, and the victory in the previous match might give Jorge Bordalas' squad some confidence. Celta doesn't like to play defensively: they can score but also concede frequently. A high-scoring scenario is expected in this game.
Match Prediction for Getafe vs Celta: Total Over 2.5 Goals
Girona vs Atletico
The main question in this match is what motivation Diego Simeone's side will have. If Atletico wants to play football, they will surely win. Girona is struggling at the end of the season, finding it hard to earn points, so don't expect maximum resistance from them. The "Colchoneros" confidently won their previous match against Betis, scoring 4 goals and showcasing excellent football. We believe in Atletico, who can win thanks to the class of their players.
Match Prediction for Girona vs Atletico: Victory for the Visitors
Villarreal vs Sevilla
Another match of the final round of the championship, which lacks intrigue. The "Yellow Submarine" has secured their participation in the Champions League and even defeated Barcelona in the previous round. Sevilla just wants to finish the season quickly, as they are not playing good football, and points are hard to come by. The hosts are on a high, and it's unlikely anything will prevent them from winning the last match.
Prediction for the Villarreal vs Sevilla match: home win with a handicap (-1)
Athletic vs Barcelona
Ernesto Valverde's squad is in good form, having secured three consecutive victories. The upcoming match against Barcelona will be of principal importance, and the tournament standings are irrelevant in this case. The "Catalans" unexpectedly lost to Villarreal in the previous round, despite playing with their full-strength lineup. We do not believe there will be many goals in the upcoming match. Athletic knows how to defend well and will focus on that, while Barcelona has no reason to push hard, as the championship title is already secured.
