Celta Vigo overview

Celta Vigo started the season very poorly, failing to win in their first nine La Liga matches.

However, the team improved significantly and are now 6th in La Liga with 40 points while also reaching the Europa League Round of 16.

In their last match they defeated Girona FC 2–1.

Head coach Claudio Giráldez described it as a hard-fought victory and emphasized the importance of staying focused.

Real Madrid overview

Real Madrid are currently experiencing a difficult moment after losing two consecutive La Liga matches, dropping from first place.

This was their first back-to-back league defeat since May 2019.

Despite this, Real Madrid remain only two points behind leaders FC Barcelona and have also reached the Champions League Round of 16.

Several key players are expected to miss the match:

• Kylian Mbappé

• Jude Bellingham

• Eduardo Camavinga

• Éder Militão

• Dani Ceballos

Why goals are expected

• Celta Vigo scored two or more goals in four of the last five games

• Real Madrid had over 2.5 goals in 15 of 26 La Liga matches

• Four of the last five head-to-head games ended with three or more goals

Prediction

Considering both teams’ attacking potential and recent trends, this match is expected to be high-scoring.

Main picks

• Over 2.5 goals – 70%

• Real Madrid win – 30%