Real Madrid vs Valencia Prediction Adam Hakanson Pro Tipster

Real Madrid: Form, Lineup & Prediction

Current form

Real Madrid are in blistering form, winning their last 6 matches in La Liga. They have scored 18 goals and conceded just 3 in this run, with their attacking trio of Benzema, Vinicius, and Rodrygo firing on all cylinders. Their possession-based style and intense pressing have overwhelmed opponents.

Key players and injuries

• David Alaba is expected to return from a hamstring injury but Ferland Mendy remains sidelined.
• Karim Benzema (19 goals), Vinicius Jr (14 goals), and Toni Kroos have been pivotal contributors.

Position in the standings

Real Madrid are top of La Liga with 68 points, 8 points clear of rivals Barcelona with 10 matches remaining. Another title looks increasingly likely.

Strengths and weaknesses

Their devastating counter-attacks, elite finishers, and solid defensive shape are strengths. However, they can be susceptible to energetic pressing sides who don't allow them to control possession.

Prediction for Real Madrid

Real Madrid will be favorites to get another vital win at home against Valencia.

Valencia: Form, Lineup & Prediction

Current form

Valencia have been inconsistent, winning 3 of their last 6 La Liga matches. They have struggled for goals, scoring just 6 in that run while conceding 8. Recent away performances have been particularly poor with 3 defeats.

Key players and injuries

• Edinson Cavani is a doubt with a calf injury but Hugo Duro could return.
• Top scorer Goncalo Guedes (9 goals) and goalkeeper Giorgi Mamardashvili have been standouts.

Position in the standings

Valencia sit 9th in La Liga with 41 points, 8 points adrift of the European qualification places with 10 games left. Their inconsistency has derailed their season.

Strengths and weaknesses

Their aggressive pressing causes problems but they lack creativity in midfield and a reliable goal scorer. Defensive lapses have been costly.

Prediction for Valencia

Valencia will view this game as a free hit but face an uphill battle against the in-form La Liga leaders.

Head-to-head statistics (Recent Meetings)

• 04.01.2023: Real Madrid 2-0 Valencia (La Liga)
• 19.03.2022: Valencia 1-1 Real Madrid (La Liga)
• 08.01.2022: Real Madrid 4-1 Valencia (La Liga)
• Real Madrid have won 4 of the last 5 meetings and are unbeaten in the last 7.
• Key matchup: Karim Benzema vs Giorgi Mamardashvili - battle of the goal scorers.

Betting Odds & Coefficients

• 1X2 odds: Real Madrid 1.44 / Draw 4.75 / Valencia 8.00
• Over/Under 2.5 goals: Over 1.70 / Under 2.10
• BTTS: Yes 2.10 / No 1.66
• Correct Score: Real Madrid 2-0 6.50, 3-1 9.00, 2-1 9.50