Real Madrid vs Athletic Club: The upcoming La Liga match between Real Madrid and Athletic Club guarantees an exhilarating showdown.
Match Details:
- When: 31st March 2024
- Where: Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, Madrid
- Time: 21:00 SAST
We will take a look at the breakdown between these two teams:
Recent form of both teams:
Real Madrid: Real Madrid currently lead the La Liga table and are looking to solidify their position. The team has been in excellent form, scoring heavily and boasting a strong home record (no losses since April 2023). Their attack has been firing on all cylinders, with key players like Jude Bellingham. This clash promises to be an exciting battle between two Spanish giants.
Athletic Club: heir most recent match was a 2-0 victory against Deportivo Alavés, showing they can be clinical in attack. They boast a solid defence with Unai Simon in goal, known for his impressive saves. Key players like Inaki Williams’ pace and experience upfront, along with Unai Simon’s goalkeeping heroics, could be crucial.
Head-to-head: Real Madrid vs Athletic Club
Overall:
- Matches Played: Approximately 56 (statistics may vary depending on source)
- Real Madrid Wins: 38 (67-68% win rate)
- Athletic Club Wins: 10 (17-18% win rate)
- Draws: 8 (14-15% of matches)
Goals scored:
- Real Madrid: 122 goals
- Athletic Club: 47 goals
Average Goals per Match:
- Around 3.02 goals per match (indicating high-scoring encounters historically)
Recent Meetings (Last 42 Matches):
- Real Madrid has dominated recent meetings, winning around 32 out of the last 42 encounters.
Key points to remember:
- Despite Real Madrid’s historical dominance, Athletic Club has a reputation for causing upsets, especially at home.
- The last meeting this season saw Real Madrid win 2-0.
- These are historical trends, and individual matches can deviate. Current form and player availability can significantly impact the outcome.
Injury list:
Real Madrid:
- Thibaut Courtois (Goalkeeper): Knee injury, return date unknown.
- David Alaba (Defender): Knee injury, return date unknown.
- Vinicius Junior (Forward): Suspended due to yellow card accumulation, expected to return April 9th.
- Eduardo Camavinga (Midfielder): Ankle injury, possible return March 31st.
- Dani Ceballos (Midfielder): Calf injury, possible return March 31st.
Athletic Club:
There are currently no reported major injuries for Athletic Club players ahead of the match against Real Madrid.
It’s important to note:
- Injury statuses can change rapidly, so it’s always a good idea to check for updates closer to the match date.
- Teams don’t always reveal the full extent of player injuries.
How to watch the Real Madrid vs Athletic Club match:
There are different broadcasting details for the upcoming La Liga clash that can be looked at this Sunday (31 March 2024):
- SuperSport La Liga channel in South Africa and neighbouring countries.
- M+ LaLiga, M+ LaLiga 2, and M+ LaLiga UHD (for high-definition viewing) on Movistar and Orange platforms in Spain
- Live streaming on ESPN+ and broadcast on ESPN Deportes in the United States.
- La Liga Website: The official La Liga website might also have broadcast partner information.
