Round 34 of the 2021/22 season could go down in history. Leaders Real Madrid are on hope of winning this round of the league, but it won't be the only major game this weekend, with Atletico struggling to make a visit to Bilbao, with Real Betis returning to La Liga after winning the Copa del Rey, in addition to two derby games.
The round of the league kicks off with an Andalusian derby, with Sevilla taking on Cadiz at 03:00 a.m. Beijing time on Saturday. Although both teams are at both ends of the table, they are both fighting for their goals, which will be a fierce and uphill battle.
The first match on Saturday night was Alaves' meeting with Villarreal, who are currently at the bottom of the rankings as they seek their second home win. The two teams have played a 5-2 score this season, and Huang Qian finally won, believing that the game staged at 20:00 will be an interesting matchup.
Subsequently, at 22:15 Beijing time on Saturday night, Real Madrid will meet espanyol at the Bernabeu. The Whites will have the opportunity to win the league title early in front of the home fans. The last time they won in front of home fans was in 2006/07, and although Real Madrid have won four league titles since then, they have all won away or in empty matches under the pandemic. On Saturday night, as long as they can draw or beat their opponents, Ancelotti's team can celebrate the victory with their fans.
After the Bernabeu match, the focus will turn to Mestalla, with Valencia taking on Levante in the city derby. Valencia, who won their first game against Levante 4-3, now have a chance to break through history and double Levante in the same La Liga season.
A classic La Liga battle will be staged at 03:00 Beijing time on Sunday, with Atletico away to Athletic Bilbao. The two clubs have a long history and have staged some thrilling showdowns over the years, most recently in January, when the Basque side eliminated Atletico madrid in the Spanish Super Cup. Diego Simeone's side will be looking for an opportunity for revenge and they will need more points to qualify for the Champions League.
At 20:00 Beijing time on Sunday night, Elche played against Osasuna, and after two consecutive wins, Elche hopes to move further away from the relegation zone. Then, at 22:15 Beijing time on Sunday night, it will be the debut of granada's new coach Aitor Karanka, who is currently in third-to-last place in the table and they hope to achieve a positive result in the home match against Celta.
After two consecutive visits to Catalonia, Vallecano will return to the home stadium, Estadio Vallecas, this round. With goals from Sergi Guardiola and lvaro García, they both beat Espanyol and Barcelona 1-0. This game against Real Sociedad, Iraola's side will be full of confidence.
Barcelona will then take on Mallorca at Camp Nou. Xavi's side have lost games at home for three consecutive times, which is unbelievable for Barca. It will also be an easy game against Mallorca, who are fighting for relegation.
Copa del Rey winner Real Betis will return to La Liga at 03:00 a.m. Beijing time on Tuesday and they will face Getafe away. Although it's been a week since the Copa del Rey victory, coach Pellegrini has pointed out the importance of taking on the capital. The Green and White Are still struggling to qualify for the Champions League, and this game will be a tough one.
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