Barcelona vs Real Madrid prediction, odds, betting tips and best bets for El Clasico in La Liga
One of football's most iconic rivalries resumes as Real Madrid and Barcelona meet for the first time this season, set to clash on Saturday in La Liga play.
As is so often the case, El Clasico will have enormous title implications in the Spanish top flight, with Real Madrid sitting atop the table and Barcelona just a point behind in third. The winner of this emotional meeting could finish the day at the summit of the standings, although surprise contender Girona could see this as an opportunity to snatch first place themselves.
Barcelona are at their temporary home, Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys, as construction at Camp Nou continues. They are stricken by injury as a number of key players, including Robert Lewandowski, are struggling for fitness. That has pressed young academy products into action, with teenagers Fermin Lopez, Lamine Yamal, and Marc Guiu being brought along.
Los Blancos, meanwhile, are riding the Jude Bellingham tidal wave, as the young English star has shone brilliantly this season, leading La Liga with eight goals through the first 10 games.
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This match is considered as even as they come, with Barcelona and Real Madrid sporting nearly identical odds when it comes to a predicted winner.
However, one thing is clear: the betting market has a strong belief that goals will be scored by both sides. The over is heavily favoured, while both teams to score is believed to be a strong possibility. This is despite the fact that Real Madrid and Barcelona have combined to concede just 17 goals in 20 league matches, boasting the first- and third-best defensive records in the Spanish top flight.
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