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LaLiga returns with a weekend full of high-stakes clashes, especially for the teams fighting at the top. The action kicks off on Friday, February 14, with Girona facing Getafe. Despite being six places apart in the standings, only four points separate the two sides in the race for European qualification. Meanwhile, Leganés and Alavés go head-to-head in a crucial relegation battle, with just two points between them and both struggling for form.
Saturday afternoon will see both Madrid giants in action. Atletico Madrid hosts the always-tricky Celta Vigo, aiming to stay in touch with their city rivals. The Galicians have managed just one win in their last five matches. Real Madrid, meanwhile, faces a tough test away to Osasuna. Carlo Ancelotti’s men haven’t won in three games and will have to overcome an opponent currently enjoying a strong run of form. The final Saturday fixture, Villarreal vs. Valencia, promises fireworks, with both teams desperate to keep their season objectives on track.
Athletic Bilbao faces a potential trap game against Espanyol as they look to solidify their hold on fourth place. Sevilla, still searching for their first win since mid-January, takes on bottom-placed Valladolid in a must-win encounter. Mallorca vs. Las Palmas is a classic unpredictable clash, with both sides struggling to find consistent results.
The most significant European battle of the weekend sees Real Betis take on Real Sociedad, with seventh place—and a potential shot at sixth-placed Rayo Vallecano—on the line. The matchday concludes with Barcelona hosting Vallecano in a crucial fixture. The Blaugrana have reignited their title hopes after three consecutive victories, making this a must-win game to maintain their momentum in the championship race.
