Prepare for more La Liga action this weekend as we take a look at the thrilling schedule capable of shifting the balance at the summit.
Saturday begins with Atletico Madrid’s trip to Levante, followed by an exciting clash between Rayo Vallecano and Celta Vigo. Real Betis will rely on their strong home form against Malaga, while Barcelona will try to bounce back against Alaves.
Check out our expert tips and predictions for all La Liga matches below.
Today’s La Liga betting tips & predictions
Levante vs. Atletico Madrid (1pm)
Levante host Atletico Madrid in Saturday's opening La Liga fixture, aiming to regain some form after a series of inconsistent results. The home side has struggled defensively in recent weeks, but can boast some strong home performances.
Atletico Madrid enter this match on a strong winning run, which has put them right near the top of the table. Diego Simeone's squad relies on a solid defence and clinical attacking plays to control games away from home.
Levante will need to stay focused at the back and take any small chances that come their way to get a result. However, Atletico's form and extra quality across the pitch should be enough to help them secure the win.
Levante vs. Atletico Madrid top betting tip: Atletico Madrid to win
Rayo Vallecano vs. Celta Vigo (3:15pm)
Rayo Vallecano take on Celta Vigo in what looks set to be a very close match between two mid-table contenders.
Rayo have found it difficult to pick up points recently, especially after a disappointing home loss in their last game. Celta Vigo come into this game in steady form, having gone seven matches without a defeat, though they have drawn many of those fixtures.
From what I’ve seen so far from the visitors, they will rely on counter-attacks, while trying to keep Rayo Vallecano quiet. This looks like a hard-fought clash with few goals in the making.
Rayo Vallecano vs. Celta Vigo top betting tip: Under 2.5 goals
Real Betis vs. Malaga (5:30pm)
Real Betis invite bottom-placed Malaga to their stadium aiming to get back to winning ways in La Liga. Betis sit near the top spots in the league table, but they have struggled to convert draws into victories over their last few games.
Malaga have had a very rough season so far and are still searching for their very first league win. The visiting side has struggled to score goals, while conceding nearly two goals per match on average.
Betis have far more talent in midfield and attack, which should allow them to dominate possession from the start. Anything other than a comfortable home win for Real Betis would be a big surprise.
Real Betis vs. Malaga top betting tip: Real Betis to win
Barcelona vs. Alaves (8:00pm)
Barcelona play host to Deportivo Alaves at Camp Nou, looking to quickly recover from back-to-back defeats to PSG and Real Madrid. Despite losing to their big rivals last week, however, they remain at the top of the table thanks to their unbelievable season start.
Alaves are actually not that far from the top, despite failing to win their last six matches. Defensively, they have qualities, but their attack needs to step up if they want to achieve anything this campaign.
Alaves will likely defend deep with most of their players to stop Barcelona's push. Given the gap in quality, Barcelona should win this match comfortably and make it up to their fans with several goals.
Barcelona vs Alaves top betting tip: Barcelona to win both halves
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