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Real Madrid vs. Real Betis odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Real Madrid vs. Real Betis odds and lines, with La Liga picks and predictions.

Real Madrid (3 wins, 0 losses, 0 draws) welcomes Real Betis (3-0-0) to Santiago Bernabéu Saturday. Kickoff is set for 10:15 a.m. ET. Below, we preview the Real Madrid vs. Real Betis odds and lines, and make our best La Liga bets, picks and predictions.

Real Madrid is sitting atop La Liga with 9 points and a +6 goal differential, having scored 9 goals and allowed 3 in 3 matches. However, for now, Betis is on their tail, the only other team in league play having yet to lose or draw.

It has a +5 goal differential, having scored 6 and allowed just 1. While Madrid won the league last season, Betis had a strong 5th-place finish, allowing just 1.05 goals per game.

It also retained its top goal scorer from a season ago, F Juanmi. He has 2 of the 6 goals while F Borja Iglesias has the other 4. Betis did win 1-0 against Osasuna last weekend while having .6 fewer expected goals.

Madrid is led by superstar F Karim Benzema. Wingers Federico Valverde and Vinivius Junior also among the best and quickest forwards in the league. Those 3 have combined for 6 of the team’s 9 goals.

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Real Madrid vs. Real Betis odds, lines, picks and predictions

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Friday at 2:06 p.m. ET.

Money line: Real Madrid -240 (bet $240 to win $100) | Real Betis +550 (bet $100 to win $550) | Draw +420
Over/Under: 3.5 (O: +112 | U: -140)

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Prediction

Real Madrid 2, Real Betis 0

Money line (ML)

AVOID.

Real Madrid does have a tad bit of value here, but I wouldn’t play this. If there’s any way to play the money line, it is on the Draw +410. Betis drew Madrid in 1 of their 2 matches a season ago.

However, it wasn’t the match at the Santiago Bernabéu, and I expect a similar result — a Madrid win. However, at -240, there’s very little value there as you’re wagering almost 2.5 times a potential return.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET ALTERNATE UNDER 2.5 (+170).

Both sides have had eerily similar seasons this year as compared to 2021. Last year, the two sides had 2 matches with 1 combined goal. In this location, Real won 1-0 with a 0-0 draw at Betis.

Considering Betis struggled in its last outing and will be going up against 1 of the best defenses in La Liga, it’s safe to say their opportunities will be limited.

As for Real, they’ll be playing the best defense in the league with Betis having allowed just 1 goal in 3 matches. With that in mind, both side may be limited in what they are allowed offensively.

Considering how these teams have played both this season and last, I’ll take the Under 2.5 (+170).

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Barcelona vs. Real Valladolid odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Barcelona vs. Real Valladolid odds and lines, with La Liga picks and predictions.

Barcelona (1 win, 0 losses, 1 draw) welcomes Real Valladolid (0-1-1) to Camp Nou Sunday. Kickoff is set for 1:30 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the Barcelona vs. Real Valladolid odds and lines, and make our best La Liga bets, picks and predictions.

Barcelona is coming into this match following a 3-3 midweek draw with EPL powerhouse Manchester City. In league play, they drew Rayo Vallecano to kick off the season then beat Real Sociedad 4-1 in their 2nd match.

Barcelona’s most notable move this offseason was acquiring phenom F Robert Lewandowski from Bayern Munich. He’s scored 2 goals so far this season.

As for Real Valladolid, they lost to Villarreal 3-0 to kick off the season then managed a draw against Sevilla last weekend, a showing which both teams left the pitch with 10 men.

Valladolid was promoted this season after finishing 2nd in Spain’s 2nd-tier league. F Shon Weissman led the team last season with 20 goals, but remains sidelined with an injury.

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Barcelona vs. Real Valladolid odds, lines, picks and predictions

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 2:05 a.m. ET.

Money line: Barcelona -700 (bet $700 to win $100) | Real Valladolid +1500 (bet $100 to win $1,500) | Draw +750
Over/Under: 3.5 (O: -105 | U: -120)

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Prediction

Barcelona 4, Valladolid 0

Money line (ML)

PASS.

There’s no chance I’m betting a -700 money line favorite, especially in soccer. At the same time, the recently-promoted Valladolid haven’t given fans much to watch so far this season.

Ultimately, however you look at it, this is a pass.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET OVER 3.5 (-105).

In Barcelona’s season opener, both they and Rayo Vallecano had many chances. The result was a draw, but Barcelona ended with 21 shots.

They have had over 2 expected goals in both games this season. Against Sociedad, they did total 4 goals and allowed 1. This team’s strength is going to be in its attack, especially with Lewandowski.

Given Valladolid has done little to slow down opponents, especially in their more high-level matchup, a 3-0 loss to Villarreal, they should struggle to tame Barcelona.

Considering how both sides have played, a bet for this total is a bet for Barcelona dominating the match, which seems relatively safe.

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Espanyol vs. Real Madrid odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Espanyol vs. Real Madrid odds and lines, with La Liga picks and predictions.

Espanyol (0 wins, 1 loss, 1 draw) welcomes Real Madrid (2-0-0) to Cornellà-El Prat Sunday. Kickoff is set for 4 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the Espanyol vs. Real Madrid odds and lines, and make our best La Liga bets, picks and predictions.

Real Madrid, despite having transferred M Casemiro to Manchester United, are still the favorites. They are led by superstar F Karim Benzema who led the team in goals last season.

He has played all 180 minutes for the club so far this season. Benzema is one of 6 players who have scored as Real has outscored opponents 6-3. Real beat Alermia 2-1 and Celta Vigo 4-1.

Espanyol drew Celta Vigo 2-2 and then lost to Rayo Vallecano 2-0. They are led by 32-year-old F Joselu, who has played all 180 minutes and scored 1 of Espanyol’s 2 goals.

Last season, it was Espanyol’s ability to score that led to a 14th-place finish in the league. They scored just over a goal per game and allowed 1.39 per game.

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Espanyol vs. Real Madrid odds, lines, picks and predictions

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 1:51 a.m. ET.

Money line: Espanyol +550 (bet $100 to win $550) | Real Madrid -220 (bet $220 to win $100) | Draw +380
Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -165 | U: +130)

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Prediction

Real Madrid 3, Espanyol 1

Money line (ML)

PASS.

I’m not about to suggest Real Madrid at -220, but I actually think they’re light years better than most other teams. Even on the road, I would at least consider it at this value.

A parlay with the over and money line isn’t a typical suggestion, but it would come out to +133, so it at least makes both sides better priced.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET ALTERNATE OVER 3.5 (+150).

Espanyol has had at least 1 expected goal in both games this season and has seen 1 of their 2 matches top this total.

As for Real, they have the league’s most lethal attack with one of the quickest wings in the world in F Federico Valverde. His pace coupled with Benzema’s world-class finishing should be virtually unstoppable against a defense that’s allowed 2 goals per game.

Real is averaging 3 goals per game and has topped even the alternate total in 1 of their 2 matches. Given the talent on display, I’ll take the Over 3.5 (+150) here.

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Real Sociedad vs. Barcelona odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Real Sociedad vs. Barcelona odds and lines, with La Liga picks and predictions.

Real Sociedad (1 win, 0 losses, 0 draws) will welcome Barcelona (0-0-1) to Estadio Anoeta Sunday. Kickoff is set for 4 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the Real Sociedad vs. Barcelona odds and lines, and make our best La Liga bets, picks and predictions.

Real Sociedad won their 1st league match against Cádiz 1-0. They dominated the game, posting 1.7 expected to Cádiz’s .3. That game was on the road as well.

Last year’s leading scorer F Mikel Oyarzabal, who had 9 goals on the season, did not play in the team’s opener as 21-year-old Takefusa Kubo scored the team’s lone goal.

Barcelona added phenom F Robert Lewandowski from Bayern Munich in the offseason, and despite him seeing time in the match, they drew their opener 0-0.

Barcelona has 2.1 expected goals to Rayo Vallecano’s .9. Barcelona will be one of the few teams with the pace and talent to keep up with Real Madrid at the top of the La Liga table.

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Real Sociedad vs. Barcelona odds, lines, picks and predictions

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 2:01 a.m. ET.

Money line: Real Sociedad +250 (bet $100 to win $250) | Barcelona +107 (bet $100 to win $107) | Draw +255
Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -125 | U: +100)

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Prediction

Barcelona 2, Real Sociedad 1

Money line (ML)

BET BARCELONA (+107).

Getting Barcelona in a league matchup against anyone other than Real Madrid at plus-money odds is a gift. Barcelona drew last weekend, but they were the clearly superior side.

Barcelona had 16 more shots and more than double Rayo’s attempts on target. Star F Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang also only got 9 minutes, and if he’s more involved Sunday, the goals should come easier for the road side.

Barcelona won both matches against Real Sociedad last season by a combined 5-2, winning 1-0 on the road. Given that Sociedad didn’t play that well in its opener, I would side with Barcelona coming out on top at this value.

Over/Under (O/U)

LEAN OVER 2.5 (-125).

Barcelona and Real went over this total once last season, a 4-2 win at Camp Nou. It’s difficult to bet against goals with the elite talent that Barca has up top.

Also, Rayo did have a few extremely quality chances last weekend.

On the side of Sociedad, it was able to find the back of the net and had 15 shots, putting 8 on target. Their shooting percentages show they should be able to get some shots on target Sunday.

Both teams went under this total in their opener, but both also had over 1.5 expected goals. Against each other, I expect goals to be plentiful.

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RC Celta de Vigo vs. Real Madrid odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s RC Celta de Vigo vs. Real Madrid odds and lines, with La Liga picks and predictions.

RC Celta de Vigo (0 wins, 0 losses, 1 draw) welcomes Real Madrid (1-0-0) to Balaídos Saturday. Kickoff is set for 4 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Below, we preview RC Celta de Vigo vs. Real Madrid odds and lines, and make our best La Liga bets, picks and predictions.

Expected to win the league, Real Madrid took care of business to kick their season off. Madrid is coming off a narrow 2-1 win over Almeria. It has also beaten German side Eintracht Frankfurt in the last 10 days.

Madrid is led by superstar F Karim Benzema. He played all 90 minutes against Almeria but did not score despite Madrid totaling 29 shots. Benzema led La Liga with 27 goals in 31 starts last season.

As for RC Celta, it finished with a 2-2 draw against Espanyol in its opener. One could argue RC Celta should’ve left with 2 points following a 98th-minute penalty given to the trailing side.

Celta totaled just 3 shots on targets. F Iago Aspas led the team in scoring a season ago with 18 goals and continued that trend, scoring 1 of the team’s 2 goals against Espanyol.

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RC Celta de Vigo vs. Real Madrid odds, lines, picks and predictions

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 6:16 a.m. ET.

Money line: RC Celta de Vigo +390 (bet $100 to win $390) | Real Madrid -155 (bet $155 to win $100) | Draw +310
Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -145 | U: +115)

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Prediction

Real Madrid 3, RC Celta de Vigo 1

Money line (ML)

LEAN REAL MADRID (-155).

One should be confident in Real. While it did win just 2-1 last week, it totaled 29 shots and put 15 on target.

If that happens again, Real Madrid should score more than 2. Similarly, Celta tied 2-2 and had only 3 shots on target. Real brought back many of their top weapons.

Real Madrid had a ton of success against RC Celta last season, winning the season series 2-0 and by a 7-3 aggregate. I expect that success to continue again, and at -155, I would lean to it only due to the lofty-than-ideal odds.

Over/Under (O/U)

LEAN OVER 2.5 (-145).

It is a consistent thought process here. I expect both of these to happen, and in the 2 matches last season, both of these bets would’ve hit.

Madrid’s offense is clicking, and it should be able to have more success than just 2 goals, especially since RC Celta allowed 7 in the 2 head-to-head matches last season. Celta had success in their opener as well.

It is positive that while the opportunities were not abundant, they were able to take advantage of them. Considering that along with Madrid’s chances in their opener, it’s easy to play the Over 2.5 (-145) despite the value.

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Almeria vs. Real Madrid odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Almeria vs. Real Madrid odds and lines, with La Liga picks and predictions.

Almeria welcomes Real Madrid to Estadio Mediterráneo Sunday. Kickoff is set for 4 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Below, we preview the Almeria vs. Real Madrid odds and lines, and make our best La Liga bets, picks and predictions.

Real Madrid, winners of La Liga last season by a wide margin, open this season on the road. Real did beat Eint Frankfurt in the UEFA Super Cup Wednesday.

Real Madrid will once again be led by F Karim Benzema, who was the top goal scorer of the league last season with 27 goals. Madrid’s backline is laced with experience as well and is led by GK Thibaut Courtois.

Almeria had a terrific home record last season with 14 wins in 21 matches. It finished 1st in the second division, so this will be a good gauge of where the club is at.

Twenty-four-year-old Nigerian F Umar Sadiq was the standout for the home side. He had 18 goals and 9 assists. He’s still on the roster and should be ready for the top-tier Real side.

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Almeria vs. Real Madrid odds, lines, picks and predictions

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 5:55 a.m. ET.

Money line: Almeria +570 (bet $100 to win $570) | Real Madrid -230 (bet $230 to win $100) | Draw +390
Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -165 | U: +130)

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Prediction

Real Madrid 3, Almeria 1

Money line (ML)

PASS.

Real Madrid should come out on top, and at -230, it’s almost worth betting.

However, against a side that should give its all and is trying to prove it belongs along with having a quality home record a season ago, I’d actually PASS on betting this value.

One can bet on Real to succeed against the promoted side by banking on the talented Madrid attack to continuously break through the Almeria backline during the 90-minute match.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET OVER ALTERNATE 3.5 (+145).

Real Madrid has a few of the best attackers in the world. Benzema should get some easy opportunities against a defense that hasn’t played this level of competition.

Real will again have M Casemiro helping deliver the attacking balls. He’s an experienced player that should be able to bring some finesse to the match. Real went Over this total in 4 of its last 7 games to end the 2021 season.

Almeria is playing a different level of competition, but Sadiq is a stud.

The home side found out how to score last season, getting a goal in its last 9 matches. It should be able to get on the board at least once in its home opener.

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Barcelona vs. Rayo Vallecano odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Barcelona vs. Rayo Vallecano odds and lines, with La Liga picks and predictions.

To help commence La Liga’s 2022 season, Barcelona hosts Rayo Vallecano at Camp Nou Saturday. Kickoff is set for 3 p.m. ET (ABC/ESPN+). Below, we preview the Barcelona vs. Rayo Vallecano odds and lines, and make our best La Liga bets, picks and predictions.

In a midst of turmoil right now, Barcelona will still enter the new season with one of the league’s most talented rosters. Barcelona finished 2nd last season, 13 points behind Real Madrid.

Barcelona was one of 4 teams to hit the 70-point mark. F Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang joined Barcelona in the middle of last season and Polish superstar F Robert Lewandowski was added this past offseason.

Rayo Vallecano finished in 12th place last season, scoring 39 goals and allowing 50. It had 11 wins, 18 losses, and 9 draws. Ray did draw Man U in a preseason friendly which it totaled more shots on target.

F Sergi Guardiola, their leading scorer last season with 8 goals, is no longer with the club, giving more opportunity to F Álvaro García, who had the 2nd-most goals on the team last season with 7.

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Barcelona vs. Rayo Vallecano odds, lines, picks and predictions

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 8:37 a.m. ET.

Money line: Barcelona -400 (bet $400 to win $100) | Rayo Vallecano +1000 (bet $100 to win $1,000) | Draw +520
Over/Under: 3.5 (O: +125 | U: -160)

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Prediction

Barcelona 2, Vallecano 0

Money line (ML)

PASS.

Barcelona has too many scoring options to even think it would lose to a lower-tier club like Vallecano. An interesting note is that Vallecano recorded two 1-0 wins against the elite Spanish side last season.

While I’d still shy away from Vallecano (+1000), it’s the only thing with any sort of value here. I’d rather turn to the total though.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET UNDER ALTERNATE LINE 2.5 (+150).

As noted, both of Vallecano’s matches against a star-studded Barcelona finished 1-0 last year. Considering the losing side had more than double Vallecano’s expected goals in each match, I don’t expect that success to continue.

However, in 3 of the 4 matches in which Vallecano played either Real Madrid or Barcelona, there were Under 2.5 goals scored. Against all top-4 teams, 6 of the 8 matches went Under 2.5 goals.

Vallecano also lost its top goal scorer in Guardiola. While Barcelona added an elite Lewandowski, he could easily struggle to learn to play in La Liga with his new teammates.

Considering the pace Vallecano should want to play, I’d suggest the alternate line of UNDER 2.5 (+150).

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Real Madrid vs. Barcelona odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Real Madrid vs. Barcelona odds and lines, with La Liga picks and predictions.

Real Madrid (20 wins, 2 losses, 6 draws) welcomes Barcelona (14-4-9) for El Clasico Sunday. The match from Santiago Bernabéu is scheduled to kick-off at 4 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the Real Madrid vs. Barcelona odds and lines, and make our best La Liga bets, picks and predictions.

Real has been by far the best team in La Liga this season with a 10 point lead atop the table over second-placed Sevilla.

Its dominant defense has conceded just 21 goals in 28 games. On top of its league dominance, Real recently eliminated PSG in the UEFA Champions League Round of 16 as well (3-2 aggregate).

Real is led by French F Karim Benzema who has scored 22 goals across 25 appearances this season. It has won five straight El Clasico matches.

Barcelona has been on fire as of late with 14 goals in its last four La Liga matches. On top of an electric attack, Barcelona has allowed just 29 goals in 27 matches this season. It currently sits in 4th place on the La Liga table.

Barcelona is led in scoring by Dutch F Memphis Depay who has 10 goals on the season. Midseason transfer F Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has 5 goals in 6 games as well.

Real Madrid vs. Barcelona: Odds, picks and predictions

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Money line: Real Madrid +125 (bet $100 to win $125) | Barcelonoa +225 (bet $100 to win $25) | Draw +240
Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -117 | U: -103)

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Prediction

Real Madrid 2, Barcelona 1

Money line (ML)

LEAN to REAL MADRID (+125).

Barcelona’s recent resurgence has helped make Real valuable on the money line.

Real has the best defense in La Liga and has won five straight El Clasico matches across all competitions. Along with being at home, where it has 10 wins and 4 draws without a single loss, Real should have the edge.

Barcelona is just 1-1-1 against La Liga’s other top-2 sides and has lost to Real in both matches this season.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET the OVER 2.5 (-117).

It’s a bit pricier, but it’s the safe side.

The last three El Clasico matchups in league play have all gone over 2.5 goals. There have also been an average of 4 goals per game in the 2 previous matchups, both this season (one in league play and the other in the Supercopa).

While Real’s defense is terrific, Barcelona with Aubameyang has taken its offense to the next level. In league play, Barcelona has scored 4 goals in four of its last six matches.

There should be a plethora of goals scored in what the star striker called “the biggest match in the world”.

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Real Madrid vs Atletico Madrid odds, expert picks and prediction

Analyzing Sunday’s Real Madrid vs Atletico Madrid odds and lines, with La Liga picks and predictions.

On Sunday, Atletico Madrid (8 wins, 2 losses, 5 draws) faces Real Madrid (12-1-3) in Santiago Bernabéu for a 3 p.m. ET kickoff. Below, we preview the Real Madrid vs Atletico Madrid odds and lines, and make our best La Liga bets, picks and predictions.

Coming off a Champions League victory over Inter, Real Madrid has won the last nine games in which it has taken the pitch. Real is easily atop the La Liga table, led by F Karim Benzema. In 16 games, it has allowed 15 goals and scored 37.

As for Atletico Madrid, it has allowed 16 goals in 15 games and has scored 27. Atletico sits in fourth place on the La Liga table. It is coming off a Champions League victory over Porto.

Real Madrid vs Atletico Madrid: Odds, picks and predictions

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Money line: Real Madrid +102 (bet $100 to win $102) | Atletico Madrid +270 (bet $100 to win $270) | Draw +250
Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -108 | U: -112)

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Prediction

Real Madrid 1, Atletico Madrid 1

Money line (ML)

“LEAN” to the DRAW +250.

Atletico Madrid defeated third-place Real Betis 3-0 earlier this season. Atletico has just two losses on the season, second-fewest in the league.

At home against second-place Sevilla, Real Madrid won just 2-1. While Real Madrid is an experienced and proven side, Atletico is as well. Fans should be in for a hard-fought game with two dynamic offenses.

Atletico has shown up against top-tier talent and should stand strong in this one.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET on UNDER 2.5 (-112) as both teams might have good offenses, but at the same time, they have great defenses.

Atletico has given up the fifth-fewest goals in the league while Madrid has given up the fourth-fewest. This is going to be a defensive battle despite the big-name talent on both sides of the ball.

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La Liga: Real Madrid at Real Betis odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Saturday’s Real Madrid at Real Betis odds and lines, with La Liga picks and predictions.

In an action-packed La Liga weekend, Real Madrid (1 win, 0 losses, 1 draw) visits Real Betis (0-0-2) Saturday. The match will be held at Benito Villamarín with kickoff set for 4 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the Real Madrid vs. Real Betis odds and lines, and make our best La Liga bets, picks and predictions.

Real Madrid is coming off a strange 3-3 draw with Levante. With wingers Eden Hazard and Gareth Bale on the side and F Karim Benzema in the middle, the Madrid attack is no joke.

It should be able to break through with that experienced trio. The real question is if the backline, which looked flawed in its last outing, can perform.

Real Betis will want to pressure that line, but this game could look far different than the first two. Betis outshot and out-possessed its opponent, but against a top side in Madrid, it’d be shocking if it’s able to control the midfield.

Real Madrid at Real Betis: Odds, picks and predictions

Odds via Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:30 a.m. ET.

Money line: Real Madrid -104 (bet $104 to win $100) | Real Betis +265 (bet $100 to win $265) | Draw +275
Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -145 | U: +115)

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Prediction

Real Madrid 2, Real Betis 1

Money line (ML)

BET on REAL MADRID (-104) as it’s simply the more talented side. It has a world-class attack and a quality midfield. It finished second in La Liga last season while Betis came in sixth.

Needing to keep pace with Athletico Madrid, expect a big outing from Real Madrid. It outshot its first two opponents 39 to 19. This team is a real threat to win the league.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET on the OVER 2.5 (-145) as Real Madrid scored at least 3 goals in each of its two matches while Real Betis scored at least once in both of its first two.

With 25 shots through two games, Betis has been playing with pace and skill. However, while I expect the hosts to score given how Madrid’s defense has played, the visitors should still come out on top.

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