Real Madrid vs Celta Vigo Prediction & Picks - LaLiga
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by Erik Gibbs in LaLiga Picks
Real Madrid hosts Celta Vigo on Sunday in a crucial La Liga fixture at the Santiago Bernabéu, with significant implications for the title race. Los Blancos are under intense pressure to deliver, especially after their recent Copa del Rey exit at the hands of archrivals Barcelona. A win is essential for Carlo Ancelotti's side to maintain momentum in La Liga and stay firmly in the hunt for the championship.
Despite their recent domestic victories, Real Madrid enters this match with added urgency. El Clasico looms just around the corner, and any dropped points against Celta Vigo could be costly in the title race. Fortunately for Madrid, history is on their side—Celta has failed to defeat them in their last 18 meetings, with the capital club winning 15 of those encounters. In their last clash at the Bernabéu, Real Madrid coasted to a commanding 4-0 win.
Still, this version of Celta Vigo is no pushover. They've quietly put together an impressive stretch of form, losing just two of their last 11 La Liga matches and climbing into contention for European places. Their recent victory over Villarreal and a resilient Copa del Rey performance earlier this year—where they forced extra time with two late goals—highlight their ability to challenge elite teams.
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Real Madrid vs Celta Vigo Form
Table
| Teams | Pts | P | W | D | L | GD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
2
|
84 | 38 | 26 | 6 | 6 | +40 |
|
7
|
55 | 38 | 16 | 7 | 15 | +2 |
Real Madrid and Celta Vigo Latest Matches
3/6 (50%)
0/6 (0%)
3/6 (50%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Apr 26, 2025 - Copa del Rey
Apr 23, 2025 - LaLiga
Apr 20, 2025 - LaLiga
Apr 16, 2025 - Champions League
Apr 13, 2025 - LaLiga
Apr 8, 2025 - Champions League
3/6 (50%)
1/6 (17%)
2/6 (33%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Apr 20, 2025 - LaLiga
Apr 16, 2025 - Champions League
Apr 5, 2025 - LaLiga
Apr 1, 2025 - Copa del Rey
Mar 29, 2025 - LaLiga
Mar 9, 2025 - LaLiga
3/6 (50%)
0/6 (0%)
3/6 (50%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Apr 26, 2025 - Copa del Rey
Apr 23, 2025 - LaLiga
Apr 13, 2025 - LaLiga
Apr 8, 2025 - Champions League
Mar 15, 2025 - LaLiga
Mar 12, 2025 - Champions League
3/6 (50%)
1/6 (17%)
2/6 (33%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Apr 23, 2025 - LaLiga
Apr 19, 2025 - LaLiga
Apr 12, 2025 - LaLiga
Apr 5, 2025 - LaLiga
Mar 31, 2025 - LaLiga
Mar 15, 2025 - LaLiga
4/6 (67%)
1/6 (17%)
1/6 (17%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Apr 23, 2025 - LaLiga
Apr 12, 2025 - LaLiga
Mar 31, 2025 - LaLiga
Mar 8, 2025 - LaLiga
Feb 21, 2025 - LaLiga
Feb 8, 2025 - LaLiga
2/6 (33%)
2/6 (33%)
2/6 (33%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Apr 19, 2025 - LaLiga
Apr 5, 2025 - LaLiga
Mar 15, 2025 - LaLiga
Mar 1, 2025 - LaLiga
Feb 15, 2025 - LaLiga
Feb 2, 2025 - LaLiga
Real Madrid against Celta Vigo : Head to Head (H2H)
100 %
0 %
0 %
Average stats (last H2H results)
Jan 16, 2025 - Copa del Rey
Oct 19, 2024 - LaLiga
Mar 10, 2024 - LaLiga
Aug 25, 2023 - LaLiga
Apr 22, 2023 - LaLiga
Aug 20, 2022 - LaLiga
Celta Vigo v Real Madrid last Lineups
Formation : 4 - 4 - 2
Formation : 3 - 4 - 3
Substitutes
S. Mestre
A. Lunin
DefenderY. Enriquez
J. Ramon
J. Vallejo
MidfielderL. Modric
B. Diaz
Endrick
I. Villar
DefenderC. Dominguez
M. Ristic
MidfielderI. Moriba
W. Swedberg
H. Alvarez
D. Rodriguez
Jailson
ForwardP. Duran
I. Losada
F. Cervi
I. Aspas
Missing players
D. Alaba
D. Carvajal
A. Rudiger
F. Mendy
E. Militao
MidfielderE. Camavinga
ForwardRodrygo
C. Starfelt
MidfielderJ. El-Abdellaoui
Most goals and assists
Real Madrid
Celta Vigo
K. Mbappe
(31 Goals)
B. Iglesias
(11 Goals)
Vinicius Junior
(8 Assists)
O. Mingueza
(6 Assists)
Real Madrid - Celta Vigo Key Points
- Real Madrid are 9-0 in their last 9 LaLiga games vs. Celta Vigo
- Celta Vigo have 2 wins in their last 12 away LaLiga games
- Real Madrid have won their last 3 LaLiga games with a 1-0 scoreline
- In the Copa del Rey, Celta held Real Madrid to a 2-2 draw in regular time before losing in overtime
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Our Real Madrid vs Celta Vigo Prediction
Celta's recent success is built on solid team play and a more disciplined defensive setup, but they'll be tested against Madrid's quality and depth. The home side has shown time and again that they're capable of blowing teams away at the Bernabéu, especially when spurred by the urgency of title implications.
From a tactical perspective, Real Madrid will likely dominate possession and look to press early to assert control. Celta, on the other hand, may try to hit on the counter and exploit any defensive lapses. Given Celta's recent form and Madrid's occasional vulnerability at the back, there's genuine potential for both teams to get on the scoresheet.
Ultimately, while Celta Vigo can pose a real threat, Real Madrid's home form and superior squad depth make them strong favorites. With the league's biggest fixture on the horizon, Madrid will be laser-focused on securing three points and avoiding any misstep that could derail their title ambitions. Our prediction for Real Madrid vs. Celta Vigo: Real Madrid to win.
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