Real Madrid visit Celta Vigo at the Estadio Municipal de Balaidos in La Liga action on Saturday, October 19, 2024.
Both sides enter the fixture with different ambitions, as Real Madrid look to close the gap at the top, while Celta aim to consolidate their solid mid-table form.
Celta Vigo Recent Form
Celta Vigo currently sit 9th in the table, with 13 points from nine games. They have recorded four wins, one draw, and four losses. Despite some defensive vulnerabilities, they’ve been potent in attack, scoring 16 goals this season, one of the best tallies in the league.
However, they face a challenge, as their last eight La Liga encounters against Real Madrid have ended in defeat. Their recent form shows promise, having won 1-0 against Las Palmas before the international break.
Injury and Team News
Celta Vigo will be without key player Iago Aspas due to suspension. Ilaix Moriba also misses out, having been sent off in the previous match. Jailson and Luca de la Torre remain sidelined with injuries.
Pablo Duran and Franco Cervi could feature due to these absences, with Carl Starfelt likely to continue in central defence despite picking up a knock.
Last Celta Vigo Lineup
Here is how Celta Vigo lined up for their last match against Las Palmas:
Real Madrid Recent Form
Real Madrid are 2nd in the league, with 21 points from nine matches. While their away form has been inconsistent, they secured a 2-0 win over Villarreal in their last outing, continuing their chase of Barcelona at the top.
The club has been less dominant away from home this season, drawing three of their four away matches. However, their defensive resilience and firepower up front, including five goals from Kylian Mbappé, make them favourites here.
Injury and Team News
Real Madrid are dealing with injuries to key players like Thibaut Courtois and Dani Carvajal, who are both unavailable. Andriy Lunin may continue in goal, while Eder Militao and Vinicius Junior are expected to return. Brahim Diaz and David Alaba are still out, but Jude Bellingham is fit to start.
Last Real Madrid Lineup
Here is how Real Madrid lined up for their last match against Villarreal:
Celta Vigo Player to Watch
Borja Iglesias has been key for Celta Vigo, scoring the decisive goal in their last match. His ability to hold up play and convert chances will be crucial, especially with Aspas unavailable.
Real Madrid Player to Watch
Jude Bellingham continues to dominate midfield battles for Real Madrid. His dynamism and creativity are central to Los Blancos’ attacks, making him a player to watch in this fixture.
Prediction
Given Real Madrid’s superior quality and Celta Vigo’s absentees, Real Madrid are likely to secure a 2-0 victory.
Despite their away struggles, Madrid should have enough firepower to get past a Celta side missing their talisman, Iago Aspas.
Betting Tips
Tip 1 - Result: Real Madrid to win
Despite Celta’s decent home form, Madrid’s quality in attack should see them take the points.
Tip 2 - Under 2.5 goals
Madrid’s away games this season have generally been low-scoring.
Tip 3 - Kylian Mbappé to score anytime
Mbappé has been in good form and is likely to add to his goal tally here.
