Barcelona head coach Hansi Flick is battling to keep his team at the top of LaLiga as the title race intensifies. With strong competition from rivals like Real Madrid and Girona, Flick is working to maintain consistency and push for victories in crucial matches. His tactical adjustments and squad management will be key in ensuring Barcelona stays ahead in the race for the Spanish title.
The LaLiga title race remains tight as Barcelona and Real Madrid sit level on 54 points, while the relegation battle and European qualification race also heat up.
At the bottom, Real Valladolid are struggling after six straight defeats and an embarrassing 7-1 loss to Athletic Bilbao. They face 17th-placed Las Palmas in a crucial relegation battle on Friday. A 1-1 draw is predicted.
In Saturday’s early game, Girona, who have lost seven of their last eight matches, take on an in-form Celta Vigo, who are unbeaten in three (W2 D1).
With just three points separating sixth from 12th, the upcoming matches from Friday to Monday will be crucial for teams fighting for survival and European spots.
LaLiga Weekend Preview & Predictions
The LaLiga title race remains tight as Barcelona and Real Madrid are level on 54 points, while battles for European spots and relegation survival intensify.
#### **Friday**
**Real Valladolid vs Las Palmas (8:00 PM)**
Valladolid, on a six-game losing streak, were thrashed 7-1 by Athletic Bilbao last weekend. They face 17th-placed Las Palmas, who have managed just one point from their last nine league matches.
**Prediction: Valladolid 1-1 Las Palmas**
#### **Saturday**
**Girona vs Celta Vigo (1:00 PM)**
Girona have lost seven of their last eight games in all competitions and could struggle against a resurgent Celta Vigo, who are unbeaten in their last three matches (W2 D1).
**Prediction: Girona 1-2 Celta Vigo**
**Rayo Vallecano vs Sevilla (3:15 PM)**
Rayo Vallecano have been solid at home, winning three of their last five at the Vallecas. However, Sevilla have picked up seven points from their last three away matches.
**Prediction: Rayo Vallecano 1-1 Sevilla**
**Real Betis vs Real Madrid (5:15 PM)**
Betis have won three of their last four matches in all competitions and could test Real Madrid, who played a tough Copa del Rey match against Real Sociedad on Wednesday. Fatigue might play a role in this clash.
**Prediction: TBD**
More matches will take place through Monday, impacting both ends of the table. Stay tuned for further updates!
