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RCD Espanyol vs Athletic Club
Espanyol welcome Athletic Club to the RCDE Stadium aiming to build momentum at home. The hosts are expected to rotate, leaning on wide midfielders and set-piece routines to unsettle Athletic’s compact defensive shape. Athletic, historically strong away, will press aggressively and look to dominate wide areas through their wingers. Recent head-to-heads show Athletic with the edgethree wins from the last five meetings, with Espanyol claiming one and one draw. Matches have tended to be low to medium scoring, shaped by Athletic’s high press and Espanyol’s deep transitions. Key tactical battles include Espanyol’s full-backs vs Athletic’s wide threats, and midfield duels where Athletic’s ball recovery could dictate tempo. Statistically, Athletic average slightly higher possession and concede fewer goals per 90, while Espanyol will rely on width and transitional play to create chances.
Prediction: Draw
Granada CF vs SD Eibar
The Granada side, known for their energy and organisation, will look to leverage home advantage and control tempo through a midfield pivot that blends youth and experience. Eibar, meanwhile, arrive with a clear game plan: sit deep in a disciplined low block and strike on the counter, using pace and direct transitions to exploit space. Team news suggests Granada will field a balanced lineup, aiming to dominate possession and build patiently. Eibar’s approach is more pragmatic absorbing pressure and creating high-quality chances from limited touches in the final third. Recent head-to-head history favours Granada, who have won two of the last four meetings, with Eibar claiming one and one ending in a draw. Despite Granada often controlling possession in these encounters, they’ve struggled to convert dominance into goals. Eibar, by contrast, remain efficient in front of goal and dangerous when given space to counter. This matchup is expected to be cagey, with both sides tactically aware and evenly matched. If Granada can break through early, they may tilt the balance, but Eibar’s structure and clinical edge make them tough to crack.
Prediction: Draw
FC Badalona Women vs DUX Logroño
Badalona have shown promise with their high pressing and quick ball circulation, but sustaining that energy across ninety minutes remains a key test. Logroño, meanwhile, bring experience and defensive compactness, aiming to capitalize on errors and control the game’s rhythm through positional discipline. Squad updates indicate Badalona will field a largely unchanged lineup, continuing to prioritize aggressive pressing and transitional speed. Logroño have struggled to score consistently this season just two goals in three matches but their low block and organized shape make them difficult to break down. Badalona are unbeaten in their opening three fixtures, while Logroño remain winless, conceding seven goals in three outings. Tactically, the match hinges on whether Badalona’s press can disrupt Logroño’s buildup and force turnovers in dangerous areas. The visitors will rely on their striker to hold up play and draw defenders out of position, creating space for late runners. SofaScore metrics show Badalona with higher press intensity and more shots per game, though their chance conversion remains modest. Logroño, despite fewer chances, have been more clinical when opportunities arise.
Prediction: Badalona win
Real Sociedad vs Levante UD
Real Sociedad welcome Levante to the Reale Arena in a fixture that promises a clash of tempo and intent. La Real will aim to assert control through their possession-heavy style, using technical midfield rotations to manipulate space and dictate territory. Levante, meanwhile, travel north with a counter-attacking blueprint, prioritizing defensive compactness and set-piece efficiency. Team updates suggest Sociedad will lean on their midfield depth and positional fluidity, while Levante focus on vertical transitions and exploiting gaps behind the press. The tactical battle will hinge on Sociedad’s ability to pull Levante out of shape and create overloads, versus Levante’s strategy of bypassing pressure with direct passes and quick breaks. In terms of head-to-head history, the last five Liga F meetings have been evenly contested: both sides have won twice, with one draw. Across all competitive fixtures, Levante hold a slight edge, with 6 wins to Sociedad’s 3, and 1 draws in 10 total encounters. Statistically, Sociedad maintain a higher average possession rate, often controlling the rhythm of matches. Levante, however, tend to outperform in shot efficiency and chance conversion, especially when allowed to play on the break.
Prediction: Real sociedad win
Alhama CF vs Costa Adeje Tenerife
Alhama CF host Costa Adeje Tenerife in a Sunday morning Liga F fixture that promises a clash of styles. The hosts will lean heavily on defensive structure and set-piece discipline, aiming to make home advantage count after a mixed start to the season. Their squad remains intact, with tactical emphasis on compact shape and low-block resilience. Tenerife, by contrast, arrive with attacking momentum and growing fan support. Their early-season form has been marked by sharp finishing and effective wide play, with aerial duels and crosses into the box proving key weapons. According to recent metrics, Tenerife average more goals per game and have looked increasingly fluid in the final third. The head-to-head record two wins for Alhama each one draw with Tenerife still to win against Alhama. Tactically, Alhama will aim to frustrate and absorb pressure, while Tenerife will stretch the pitch and look to exploit defensive gaps through width and quick deliveries. Statistically, Alhama concede fewer shots on target but struggle when pinned back for long periods. Tenerife’s attacking efficiency and ability to convert chances under pressure give them a slight edge heading into this fixture.
Prediction: Tenerife win or draw
Madrid CFF vs Atlético de Madrid
Madrid CFF host Atlético de Madrid in Sunday’s early Liga F fixture, a matchup that pits resilience against firepower. Atlético arrive in strong form, having scored freely in recent outings and maintained fluidity in their attacking transitions. Their recent 4–0 win over Espanyol and a 2–1 victory against Real Madrid underline their momentum. Madrid CFF, meanwhile, have shown flashes of promise particularly at home but remain inconsistent, often relying on defensive structure and opportunistic counters to stay competitive. Recent encounters have been especially one-sided, with Atlético winning four of the last five, including a 3–0 away win earlier this year. Tactically, Atlético will look to dominate through high pressing, wide overloads, and quick ball circulation. Their wing play and overlapping full-backs are key threats, especially against a Madrid CFF side that must stay compact and disciplined. Madrid CFF’s best chances will likely come from transitional moments and set-pieces, particularly when Atlético commit numbers forward. Statistically, Atlético boast superior attacking metrics higher goals per game, better shot conversion, and more consistent xG output. Madrid CFF have been more modest in front of goal, though they’ve scored in each of their last six matches and tend to perform better at home.
Prediction: Atlético de Madrid win
Sevilla vs FC Barcelona
Sevilla host FC Barcelona in a pivotal evening fixture that many view as a defining moment in the Liga F title race. Barcelona arrive with confidence, squad depth, and a commanding head-to-head record, having won 21 of their last 25 meetings against Sevilla, with the Andalusians yet to register a victory in this matchup. The visitors are expected to dominate possession, dictate tempo through structured build-up play, and probe Sevilla’s defensive lines via the wings and half-spaces. Sevilla, meanwhile, will aim to disrupt Barcelona’s rhythm through aggressive pressing, transitional counters, and tactical discipline. While recent defensive lapses particularly away from home have cost them points, their home form has shown greater resilience. Expect Sevilla to stay compact early, absorb pressure, and look to capitalize on turnovers or moments of complacency. Barcelona remain the benchmark in Liga F for consistency and squad quality. Even with potential rotation due to minor injuries or absences, their competitive balance rarely falters. Statistically, they lead the league in possession metrics, expected goals (xG), and scoring efficiency, while Sevilla have struggled when forced into deep defensive blocks and under sustained pressure. Key battles will unfold between Barcelona’s creative midfielders and Sevilla’s defensive spine, particularly in central areas. Sevilla’s ability to stay organized and alert will be crucial if they are to contain Barcelona’s attacking threats.
Prediction: Barcelona win
Real Madrid vs Deportivo Abanca
Real Madrid welcome Deportivo Abanca in a fixture that carries weight for both sides. The hosts are under pressure to convert home dominance into consistent results, especially with squad rotation likely due to recent injuries and availability concerns. Expect Madrid to control possession, dictate tempo, and rely on wide play and overlapping full-backs to stretch Deportivo’s defensive shape. Their tactical priority will be breaking down a compact low block with patience and precision in the final third. Deportivo Abanca, though less star-studded, are tactically disciplined and capable of frustrating stronger sides. They’ll likely defend in depth, stay compact, and look to exploit transitions particularly through wide channels and set-pieces. Their defensive metrics away from home remain a concern, but they’ve shown resilience when organized. Historically, Real Madrid have the upper hand in head-to-head meetings, winning three of the last five encounters. Statistically, Madrid outperform Deportivo in goal difference, shot volume, and scoring efficiency, while Deportivo’s defensive record especially on the road lags behind. Prediction models lean toward a home win, with a two-goal margin likely if Madrid are sharp in the final third. The tactical battle will hinge on Real’s ability to convert possession into penetration, and Deportivo’s capacity to absorb pressure and strike on the break.
Prediction: Real Madrid win
