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An intriguing weekend in LaLiga, with few direct clashes but plenty of potential traps for teams chasing their respective goals. Real Madrid will play in Barcelona but against Espanyol, in a match that could pave the way for the Madrid side to break away in the standings.
Atlético Madrid will host Mallorca at the Wanda Metropolitano, a surprise package this season and in the midst of the battle for a European spot. After a stunning 7-1 victory over Valencia, Barcelona faces Alavés at home, aiming to keep up with the top two. A tough challenge awaits Athletic Bilbao, who will travel to face Real Betis in Seville – a clash between two distinct football cultures, Basque and Andalusian.
In great form and sitting comfortably in fifth place, Villarreal will take on bottom-placed Valladolid at the Benito Villamarín. The Madrid derby between Leganés and Rayo Vallecano will be decisive for both clubs: Leganés are fighting for a European spot, while Rayo is battling to stay in the league.
A struggling Girona, desperate for points, will host Las Palmas, hoping to capitalize on any slip-ups from teams just above them. A well-balanced and entertaining contest is expected between Osasuna and Real Sociedad, with the winner keeping their Europa League hopes alive.
Getafe and Sevilla will clash in a bid to definitively steer clear of the relegation zone and start looking ahead. A win for Sevilla could see them edge closer to the European spots.
Finally, it’s the last chance for Valencia to avoid falling further behind in the relegation battle. They will face Celta Vigo at home, a side sitting near the top end of the table and looking to push even higher.
