LaLiga Matchday 34 Betting Favorites

After a weekend without Spanish league action due to the Copa del Rey final, LaLiga returns with Matchday 34, featuring a new edition of the Basque derby.

Real Sociedad is fighting for a spot in international competitions, while Athletic Bilbao is trying to hold their place in next season’s Champions League.

As for the title contenders, Barcelona will have an easy visit to face Real Valladolid, a team that has already been relegated, while Real Madrid will face a tough challenge as they host Celta.

Finally, Atlético Madrid will visit Alavés, a team battling to avoid relegation and succeeding for the moment.

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LaLiga Matchday 34: Alavés vs. Atlético Madrid

Alavés managed to climb out of the relegation zone thanks to their 1-0 win over Real Sociedad, with Nahuel Tenaglia scoring the decisive goal. With 34 points, they sit 17th, just two points ahead of Las Palmas, meaning they cannot afford any slip-ups.At home, they have two wins and four losses in their last six matches, having collected just seven out of the last 24 possible points.

After being upset by Las Palmas, Atlético Madrid bounced back with a convincing 3-0 win over Rayo Vallecano. With 66 points, the ‘Colchoneros’ are in third place, 10 behind Barcelona and 12 ahead of sixth-place Betis, meaning their participation in next season’s Champions League is almost secured.

Alavés vs. Atlético Madrid Betting Pick: Atlético Madrid

LaLiga Matchday 34: Real Valladolid vs. Barcelona

A clash of extremes. Valladolid sits at the bottom of the table with 16 points after four wins, four draws, and 25 losses. They are holding the worst attack with 24 goals scored and the worst defense with 81 goals conceded. Valladolid have already been relegated and would need to win their remaining five matches, and hope Leganés lose all of theirs just to finish second-to-last. They are currently on a seven-game losing streak.

Barcelona is enjoying a dream season. They recently won the Copa del Rey by defeating Real Madrid 3-2 in extra time in a thrilling final. They now have two titles, are in the semifinals of the Champions League, and sit atop the league with 76 points, four more than Real Madrid. In the league, they are on a three-game winning streak, all by just one goal, and have gone 14 matches without a loss, with only two draws. The last time they were defeated was on December 21 of last year.

Valladolid vs. Barcelona Betting Pick: Barcelona

LaLiga Matchday 34: Real Madrid vs. Celta

Real Madrid is heavily shaken. They come off losing the Copa del Rey final against Barcelona after leading 2-1 in the final minutes, letting another title slip away. They are now four points behind the ‘Culés,’ and their long list of injured players has grown with the addition of Ferland Mendy. Vinícius Jr. is doubtful due to physical discomfort, as are Antonio Rüdiger, Jude Bellingham, and Lucas Vázquez, who were all sent off after the match against Barcelona. Depending on the severity of the referee’s report, they could be suspended for league matches.

On Celta’s side, after a heartbreaking and controversial 4-3 loss to Barcelona, they bounced back strongly with a 3-0 victory over Villarreal. It’s been a great season for the Balaídos team, who sit seventh with 46 points, currently qualifying for the Europa League but still fighting for a Champions League spot.They have nine consecutive league losses against Real Madrid and haven’t beaten them since 2014.

Real Madrid vs. Celta Betting Pick: Draw

LaLiga Matchday 34: Real Sociedad vs. Athletic Bilbao

A Basque derby is always a great spectacle. Real Sociedad must win, not only because they are at home but also becausethey sit tenth with 42 points, just two behind eighth-place Osasuna, who currently hold the Conference League spot. They are coming off a loss to Alavés (1-0) and have earned just one point from their last nine available.

Meanwhile, Athletic is in the Europa League semifinals and sits fourth in LaLiga with 60 points, six more than sixth place, so they are a bit more comfortable but can’t afford to relax. They recently beat Las Palmas 1-0 and have only one loss (to Real Madrid 1-0 with a goal in the 90+3 minute) in their last seven matches. They have won the previous two meetings against Real Sociedad, but in the past six encounters, the home team has always won.

Real Sociedad vs. Athletic Bilbao Betting Pick: Draw