Alhama CF v Athletic Club
Alhama CF host Athletic Club both sides are in the bottom half, with Alhama sitting 10th on 8 points and Athletic still winless in 15th with 4 points. Alhama’s recent form reads D-L-W-W-L inconsistent but capable of grinding out results, especially at home. Their –11 goal difference highlights defensive vulnerabilities, including a 3–0 defeat to Espanyol last time out. Athletic Club, meanwhile, are in trouble L-D-D-D-L, goalless in three of their last five, and reeling from a 1–4 loss to Real Madrid. Historically, Alhama have won two of the last four meetings between these sides. Key battles will unfold on the flanks. Alhama may rely on Yaiza Relea to stretch Athletic’s backline with pace and movement. Athletic will look to Nerea Nevado to anchor their defence and manage aerial threats. The midfield duel will be crucial, with Alhama pressing in phases and Athletic aiming to disrupt transitions. Tactically, Alhama are expected to line up in a 4-3-3, pressing wide and looking for quick bursts in transition. Athletic may opt for a compact 5-3-2, absorbing pressure and countering through the wings.
Prediction: Alhama win
DUX Logroño v RCD Espanyol
Saturday evening sees bottom-half rivals DUX Logroño and RCD Espanyol clash in Liga F, with both sides searching for stability in a congested relegation zone. DUX arrive with 4 points from five draws and two defeats, struggling to convert chances into wins. Espanyol, on 6 points, recently claimed a morale-boosting victory over Levante but still carry a negative goal difference. Their head-to-head history leans toward tight contests, often ending in draws. Espanyol’s Ona Baradad, a standout in Round 7, will be key in containing DUX’s attacking threat led by Isina, who earned Team of the Week honours. Expect DUX to line up in a pragmatic 4-4-2, relying on set-pieces and defensive structure, while Espanyol may opt for a fluid 4-2-3-1 to exploit transitions and width.
Prediction: Draw
Deportivo La Coruña v Atlético de Madrid
Deportivo host Atlético Madrid on Sunday morning in a matchup between a mid-table hopeful and a title contender. Deportivo sit on 6 points after a mixed run of W-L-L-L-D, showing early promise but struggling defensively with a 6 goal difference. Atlético, third in the table with 14 points, have been consistent with a record of W-D-W-D-L and a +8 goal difference. Silvia Lloris is expected to orchestrate Atleti’s defense, while Deportivo’s defensive unit will need to contain Atletico’s Benitez creative influence. Deportivo may deploy a compact 4-5-1 to frustrate and counter, while Atlético will likely press high in a possession-heavy 4-3-3.
Prediction: Atlético de Madrid win
SD Eibar v Real Sociedad
Basque derby pits SD Eibar against fourth-placed Real Sociedad. Eibar, mid-table with 7 points, have shown flashes of quality with a form line of D-L-W-L-W. Sociedad, unbeaten in five and boasting a +6 goal difference, arrive with momentum after a strong run of W-W-W-L-D. Edna Imade and Andreia Jacinto, will be central to Sociedad’s attacking rhythm and midfield control. Eibar are likely to set up in a disciplined 4-4-2, aiming to counter through wide channels, while Sociedad will rotate fluidly in a 4-3-3, pressing and probing for gaps.
Prediction: Real Sociedad win
Sevilla FC v Madrid CFF
Sevilla FC host Madrid CFF on Sunday morning in a mid-table clash with European implications. Sevilla sit 7th with 10 points after back-to-back wins over Espanyol and Levante, while Madrid CFF are 6th with 11 points but come off a 1–0 defeat to Badalona. Sevilla have historically fared well at home in this fixture. Goalkeeper Esther Sullastres, will be key in handling Madrid’s varied attacking threats. Expect Sevilla to press in a 4-3-3, pushing fullbacks high, while Madrid may counter with a flexible 4-2-3-1 focused on transitions.
Prediction: Either team win
Real Madrid v Levante UD
Real Madrid welcome bottom-placed Levante UD in a lopsided fixture on paper. Madrid are second with 14 points and a +10 goal difference, while Levante remain winless with just 1 point and five straight defeats. Caroline Weir, a standout in the team, will orchestrate Madrid’s attack, testing Levante’s fragile backline. Madrid are expected to dominate possession in a 4-3-3, while Levante may sit deep in a 5-4-1, hoping to absorb pressure and counter. Prediction: Real Madrid win
Costa Adeje Tenerife v FC Badalona
Fifth-placed Costa Adeje Tenerife host eighth-placed FC Badalona on Sunday afternoon in a tightly poised mid-table encounter. Tenerife have 12 points and boast one of the league’s best defences, conceding just two goals in seven matches. Badalona, on 9 points, arrive after a narrow win over Madrid CFF but remain inconsistent. Tenerife’s Patricia Gavira Collado, a Round 7 Team of the Week selection, anchors a disciplined back line. Expect Tenerife to control tempo in a 4-4-2, while Badalona may stretch play in a 4-3-3.
Prediction: Costa Adeje Tenerife wins or draw
FC Barcelona v Granada CF
Unbeaten leaders FC Barcelona host Granada CF on Sunday evening at Estadi Johan Cruyff. Barça top the table with 21 points, 37 goals scored, and just 1 conceded a staggering +36 goal difference. Granada, ninth with 9 points, are resilient but face a daunting task. Aitana Bonmati and Esmee Brugts will drive Barcelona’s fluid 4-3-3, while Granada are likely to sit deep in a 5-4-1, aiming to frustrate and counter. Given Barça’s firepower and form, this could be another dominant display.
Prediction: FC Barcelona win
