Real Madrid will look to extend their impressive winning streak when they travel to Mestalla to face struggling Valencia in Saturday night’s LaLiga encounter.
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Jose Mourinho’s men arrive in excellent form, having won seven consecutive matches across all competitions, including a statement victory over Barcelona in El Clasico and a dramatic Champions League triumph against AEK Athens.
Valencia, meanwhile, find themselves battling near the bottom of the table following a disappointing start to the campaign, although last weekend’s narrow victory over Elche provided a much-needed confidence boost.
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Real Madrid head into Saturday’s encounter as one of Europe’s most in-form teams, with Mourinho’s side beginning to establish themselves as serious contenders for the LaLiga title.
Los Blancos have won nine of their opening 11 league matches, collecting 27 points to sit third in the standings, just three behind leaders Barcelona.
Their attacking performances have been particularly impressive, with 28 goals scored in LaLiga, while their defensive record of just 10 conceded highlights the balance Mourinho has brought to the team.
Madrid’s recent results have also been encouraging.
A 2-1 victory over Barcelona at Camp Nou was followed by a comfortable 3-0 win away to Racing Santander, with Los Blancos demonstrating their ability to control matches and punish opponents ruthlessly.
They continued that momentum in the Champions League on Wednesday, defeating AEK Athens 3-2 in a dramatic encounter that extended their winning streak to seven matches across all competitions.
However, Mourinho will be mindful of the physical demands placed on his squad.
Saturday’s visit to Valencia represents another consecutive away fixture, raising questions about fatigue and potential rotation ahead of the international break.
Fortunately for the Portuguese tactician, he possesses considerable attacking quality.
Mbappe has been one of Madrid’s standout performers this season, providing a consistent goalscoring threat with his devastating pace, intelligent movement and clinical finishing.
Jude Bellingham has also been influential in midfield, while the emergence of Yan Diomande has provided Mourinho with another exciting attacking option.
The hosts have endured a difficult start to the season, winning just two of their opening 11 league matches and collecting nine points.
That leaves Los Che 19th in the standings, with relegation becoming an increasingly serious concern.
Their biggest problem has been a lack of goals.
Valencia have scored just eight times in LaLiga, averaging fewer than one goal per match, while conceding 17 at the opposite end.
Their home performances have been particularly disappointing, with the club still searching for its first league victory at Mestalla this season.
However, last weekend’s 1-0 victory over Elche offered some encouragement.
Umar Sadiq scored the decisive goal in the second half, helping Javier Aguirre’s side end a difficult run of results and secure three valuable points.
The victory could prove important psychologically, particularly with Valencia preparing to face one of Spanish football’s traditional powerhouses.
Mestalla has historically been an intimidating venue for Real Madrid, and Valencia will hope the passionate home support can inspire another memorable performance.
However, the contrast between the sides’ current form is difficult to ignore.
Madrid possess superior attacking quality, greater squad depth and considerably more confidence, while Valencia have struggled to establish consistency at either end of the pitch.
Our prediction is a 2-0 victory for Real Madrid, with Mourinho’s men extending their winning streak and maintaining the pressure on Barcelona in the LaLiga title race.
Recent Form & Stats
- LaLiga standings: Real Madrid sit third with 27 points from 11 matches, while Valencia occupy 19th place with nine points.
- Real Madrid’s league record: Nine wins and two defeats from 11 matches, scoring 28 goals and conceding 10.
- Valencia’s league record: Two victories, three draws and six defeats, with eight goals scored and 17 conceded.
- Real Madrid’s recent form: Los Blancos have won seven consecutive matches across all competitions, including victories over Barcelona, Racing Santander and AEK Athens.
- Valencia’s recent form: Los Che have recorded one victory, two draws and two defeats in their last five LaLiga matches.
- Valencia’s home form: The hosts are winless in six home league matches this season, recording two draws and four defeats.
- Real Madrid’s attacking record: Mourinho’s side have scored at least twice in eight of their opening 11 LaLiga fixtures.
- Valencia’s goalscoring struggles: The hosts have scored just eight goals in 11 league matches and failed to score in four of their last six home league fixtures.
- Real Madrid’s defensive record: Los Blancos have conceded 10 league goals, averaging fewer than one per match.
- Head-to-head: Real Madrid have won their last two LaLiga visits to Mestalla.
- Mourinho’s record against Valencia: The Portuguese manager is unbeaten in six LaLiga encounters against Los Che, recording four victories and two draws.
Best Bets & Prediction
Prediction: Real Madrid to win at 1.29.
Best Bet: Real Madrid to win to nil at 2.28.
Alternative Bet: Kylian Mbappe to score anytime at 1.46.
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