Valladolid – Real Madrid
Our Valladolid – Real Madrid prediction is: Real Madrid to win (-1 handicap) – 1.69 odds
- Real Madrid have won their last two competitive matches by three goals against Las Palmas and four goals against Salzburg
- The Whites also won the first leg against Valladolid 3-0
- Valladolid have scored just 14 goals in the current season, making them the worst offense in the league
When league leaders Real Madrid visit the Estadio Municipal José Zorrilla on Saturday evening, the situation could hardly be more different. Carlo Ancelotti’s men are top of La Liga with 46 points and recently impressively demonstrated their offensive strength with a 4-1 home win against Las Palmas. Valladolid, on the other hand, are bottom of the league with just 15 points and are in a relegation battle. They were beaten 2-1 by Espanyol a few days ago.
Interestingly, Real Madrid are only two points ahead of their pursuers Atlético Madrid, while Valladolid, under coach Diogo Cocca, are just one point away from the safety of 19th place. However, the recent performances of both teams leave little doubt as to the balance of power: While the Madrilenians have won four of their last five league games, winning an impressive 80% of their matches by more than three goals, Valladolid seem too harmless, especially in offense, to have a realistic chance of pulling off an upset. Find out here in our Valladolid – Real Madrid betting tip whether they might still pull it off.
Valladolid – Real Madrid Info
- Stadium: Estadio Municipal José Zorrilla, Valladolid
- Date and Time: 25.01.2025, 21:00
- Competition: La Liga, match day 21
- Broadcast: DAZN
Valladolid form & record check
Real Valladolid’s current form is a worrying picture. Last in the table with only 15 points, the team is in the relegation battle, with only one point separating them from the safety zone. In recent weeks, the team has been extremely inconsistent – an important 1-0 home win over Real Betis was promptly followed by a sobering 2-1 defeat at Espanyol.
Not enough going forward
The lack of consistency in offense is particularly noticeable. Although the team regularly manages to score goals, its defense repeatedly reveals serious weaknesses. The early elimination in the cup by the lower-division club Ourense CF (2-3) was another low point of the season so far. Interestingly, there is a clear pattern in the second half – in 80% of the last games, there were fewer than 1.5 goals.
It remains to be seen whether the recent change of coach to Diogo Cocca will bring the stability that the team has been seeking. The team’s home form could be an important factor here – after all, their last two wins have been at home. However, it remains to be seen whether this will be enough to avoid relegation, especially as the competition is also scoring points in the relegation battle.
Valladolid facts & analysis
- 20th place in the table
- Two wins in their last five league games
- Last league game lost 1-2 against Esp. Barcelona
Based on the available information, the line-up can be as follows: Coach Diogo Cocca is going with the tried and tested 4-3-3 system. With Hein in goal and a stable back line around Javi Sánchez, Valladolid is well set up defensively. The offense is led by player Marcos André and flanked by dynamic wingers Anuar and Moro.
Real Madrid Form & Record Check
Real Madrid are currently in impressive form and are impressively underlining their claim to the championship. The commanding 4-1 win over Las Palmas last time out was their fourth victory in their last five competitive games. In particular, the attacking trio of Mbappé and Rodrygo are in a scoring mood – the team has scored at least twice in each of the last six games. The 5-1 win in the Champions League against RB Salzburg on Wednesday will also have given them further confidence.
The Whites’ efficiency in the second half is particularly interesting, with them scoring in 100% of their last matches. The only small downer was the 5-2 defeat in the Super Cup final against Barcelona, but that hardly detracts from the positive overall impression. With a two-point lead over their closest rivals Atlético Madrid, Real are currently sitting pretty at the top of the Primera División table.
Form curve pointing steeply upwards
You might think that the upcoming departure of coach Carlo Ancelotti in the summer would cause unrest – but the opposite seems to be the case. The team seems united and hungry for titles. The return of David Alaba after a long injury break also gives the team additional stability. It will be exciting to see whether Real can maintain this impressive form in the coming weeks.
Real Madrid facts & analysis
- League leaders
- One defeat in last nine games
- Last league game 4-1 win against Las Palmas
Real Madrid are likely to stick with the proven 4-2-3-1 system against Valladolid as well. Interestingly, the defense seems to be largely settled – with Courtois in goal and the back four of Vázquez, Rüdiger, Asencio and Mendy. In defensive midfield, Ancelotti could rely on the double six with Ceballos and Valverde.
In front of them, Bellingham is likely to move as a number ten, flanked by Rodrygo and Vinícius Jr. on the wings. In the striker position, Mbappé is set to start after his recent performances.
However, it is conceivable that Ancelotti will have tactical options up his sleeve in the course of the game with Brahim Díaz or the recovered Alaba.
Valladolid – Real Madrid head to head & stats
