Real Madrid take on the visitors Girona in the round 31 match of Spanish LaLiga. The match will be played on Friday, April 10th at Estadio Santiago Bernabéu (Madrid).
Real Madrid risk failing for the second consecutive season. The “Galacticos,” strictly speaking, did not completely waste the 2024/2025 campaign, but most of their success came in its first half, and in key tournaments they still fell short: they lost to Arsenal F.C. in the UEFA Champions League and were outperformed domestically by FC Barcelona — which ultimately cost Carlo Ancelotti his job. His successor, Xabi Alonso, lasted just over half a year, from an early exit at the Club World Cup to defeat in the Super Cup final. Álvaro Arbeloa also started with a cup loss to Albacete Balompié. However, in the Champions League they managed to get past SL Benfica and Manchester City. This week, they faced FC Bayern Munich and, despite scoring once, still lost after conceding twice. In La Liga, after catching up with Barcelona at the end of winter, they again let them pull away due to new slip-ups, and the defeat to RCD Mallorca in the last round looks like a blow to their ambitions. Their recent form shows instability, especially in domestic matches. At the same time, they remain dangerous in big European games where they can raise their level.
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Girona have been on a rollercoaster in recent years. First, they sensationally finished ahead of Atlético Madrid to take second place in 2024, but then ended just one point above the relegation zone, while also failing in the Champions League and exiting the Copa del Rey early. The new season also started with defeats, but faith in Míchel paid off, and the team gradually improved. They began to win again, including victories over strong sides such as FC Barcelona and Athletic Bilbao, which allowed them to climb into mid-table. After the break, they also secured a 1-0 win over Villarreal CF. Their recent results show growing confidence and better organization in matches. Girona now look more stable and capable of competing with stronger opponents.
Real Madrid had some difficulties against this opponent, but managed to win four consecutive matches before a 1-1 draw in November. Of course, the hosts should win. However, their problems are obvious, and the upcoming trip to Germany will also be a priority — the pick is Girona with a +2.0 handicap.
Prediction for the match: Girona to win with +2.0 handicap.
