Barcelona vs Real Madrid Prediction

📣 One of the main antiheroes in the recent semi-final clash against Inter (3-4 AET) was Ronald Araujo, whose crucial mistake stood out. The Uruguayan defender had this to say after the match: “I accept and acknowledge it. I've never hidden and I never will. Getting knocked out hurts, but this is not the end. We worked, fought, and gave our all in a tough contest. It wasn't enough, and that hurts. But I'm also proud. Proud of the team, my teammates, the badge we represent, and every Cule who was with us every step of the way. In 2025, we showed a winning mindset. El Clasico is coming, and we'll give it our all. We are Barca, and we will come back stronger.”

📢 Ahead of the crucial Clasico, Barcelona president Joan Laporta shared a few thoughts: “This is a decisive match, and we, Barcelona fans, need to fill 'Montjuic' so the players can feel our support. The team needs this backing more than ever. I urge all Barcelona fans to help us win Sunday's match against Real Madrid, which will be key to clinching La Liga.”

❌ Among Barcelona's injured players are Alejandro Balde (hamstring injury), Marc Bernal (knee injury), Marc Casado (knee injury), Jules Kounde (muscle injury), and Pablo Torre (knee injury). The loss of the French defender is particularly significant. He has become an indispensable part of the tactical setup, not only in defense but also in attacking play.

📣 At a recent press conference, Carlo Ancelotti emphasized the importance of the upcoming El Clasico and spoke specifically about Arda Güler: "If we win El Clasico, we'll be just one point behind, but our chances increase significantly if we can secure victory. We have a great opportunity to win on Sunday. We will prepare well for it. The match isn't decisive, but it's almost crucial. Arda Güler is the natural evolution of a player who wanted to play for Real Madrid. He has never lost confidence in himself. Obviously, the Güler of September is not the same as today. Arda has changed significantly, even physically. Güler continues to maintain his level, and his evolution is natural and logical for a young Real player."

📝 Recently, Real Madrid reached a preliminary agreement with Trent Alexander-Arnold. The Englishman will join the Galacticos at the end of the current season. The reigning Spanish champions are also active in the central defender market. Key candidates include Dean Huijsen and William Saliba. The Spanish defender has even changed his legal representation to expedite his move to Los Blancos.

❌ The capital club's injury list is quite extensive. David Alaba (knee injury), Eduardo Camavinga (groin injury), Dani Carvajal (knee injury), Éder Militão (knee injury), Ferland Mendy (hamstring injury), and Rodrygo (illness) will not take the field. Antonio Rüdiger continues to serve a suspension from the Copa del Rey final, but the German recently underwent surgery, so he wouldn't have played regardless.