Real Madrid vs. Barcelona: Preview and betting tips

The football world is waiting for another El Clásico. This time, the irreconcilable rivals from the Iberian Peninsula will clash in the Copa del Rey, the Spanish Cup final. Los Blancos will enter the game in a better frame of mind. The latter, although losing in La Liga, has succeeded in Europe, unlike Barcelona.

Real brought home a fantastic result after an even more amazing turnaround at Anfield. Liverpool were 2-0 up and there was no sign of the problems that eventually befell the home side. Real famously turned the game around to a final 2: 5 and enter the rematch with almost certain progression.

The Catalan club has now completed a full double in the Europa League. Neither of the duels was successful and so logically came the elimination, which did not go down well with the biggest favourite of the competition. However, it must be said that the elimination came with a currently really strong opponent, which was the Manchester Devils.

However, things are currently looking much better in the league for Barcelona, who are leading by the skin of their teeth. The lead may not look insurmountable at first glance, but it is currently 7 points. Xavi’s charges, however, have only conceded 8 goals in 23 games and the losses don’t quite count. At least at the moment.

But this is a different competition, it’s a cup and it’s one match, two results. However, the mental state and current form obviously carries over here. And that could be the deciding factor. The last two weeks have been much better for Real.

Its offensive stars went on a rampage against Liverpool and will go into El Clásico in good spirits. The biggest one on the other side, Polish sniper Robert Lewandowski, will miss out due to injury. Dembele, who has been receiving treatment for over a month, will miss his return and Pedri is also missing.

All the current evidence points in Real Madrid’s favour. The latter has had a much better European week and will go into the match in a better mood. Moreover, it is playing in its home stadium, which is also a huge advantage. In addition, Barcelona is plagued by injuries in important offensive positions.

I expect the home team to win because of the reasons mentioned above. For those who would like to up the ante some more, I recommend 2.5 or more goals in the match, combined with a home win.

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