La Liga October 26 Preview: Barcelona vs Real Madrid El Clasico & Real Sociedad vs Levante | Predictions
La Liga Matchday 10 features the biggest fixture of the weekend as Barcelona host Real Madrid in El Clasico. Real Sociedad also face Levante in an important home encounter.
Barcelona vs Real Madrid — El Clasico
Kick-off: October 26, 1:30 AM IST
Barcelona enter El Clasico in outstanding form, winning all nine league matches and collecting 27 points. They have scored an impressive 39 goals while conceding nine.
Real Madrid have collected 21 points from nine matches, with seven wins and two defeats. Los Blancos have scored 23 goals and remain serious contenders despite trailing Barcelona by six points.
Barcelona's attacking movement, possession-based football and high pressing could put Madrid's defence under considerable pressure.
However, Real Madrid possess dangerous counterattacking options, particularly through Kylian Mbappe. The absence of Vinicius Junior due to suspension is a significant setback for the visitors.
With Barcelona's attacking momentum and Madrid's ability to punish defensive mistakes, this could become an entertaining, high-scoring encounter.
Match Prediction: Barcelona win or draw
Goals Outlook: Over 2.5 goals, both teams to score
Score Tip: 3-2
Final Prediction: Barcelona 3-2 Real Madrid
Real Sociedad vs Levante
Kick-off: October 25, 10:00 PM IST
Real Sociedad have collected 13 points from eight league matches, keeping them in contention for the European qualification places.
Levante have managed seven points from eight matches and continue to struggle for consistency.
Sociedad should enjoy more possession and look to create chances through midfield combinations and wide attacking play. However, their defensive record remains a concern, giving Levante opportunities to threaten on the counterattack.
Levante may adopt a cautious approach, but Sociedad's home advantage and stronger attacking organisation should give them the edge.
Match Prediction: Real Sociedad to win
Goals Outlook: Over 2.5 goals
Score Tip: 2-1