Real Madrid faces Celta from Vigo this Friday (6) in the 27th round of LaLiga, in a decisive duel for the Merengues in the fight for the title. The match takes place at Estádio Abanca Balaídos, at Vigo, Espanha, starting at 5pm (Brasília time). The visiting team is looking to recover after a recent defeat and win to reduce the gap to the leader Barcelona.
Celta of Vigo is going through a good phase and occupies a position at the top of the table, with European aspirations. Real Madrid arrives under pressure after consecutive stumbles in the league, including the defeat to Getafe in the previous round, which increased the Catalan rival’s advantage to four points.
Where to watch the clash
The live broadcast on Brasil is carried out by ESPN on closed TV and by Disney+ via streaming. Fans can follow the plays in real time through these platforms. In other countries, options vary by territory, but in Brasil the focus remains on these two main sources.
Access through Disney+ allows viewing on multiple devices, while ESPN offers expert narration and commentary. Não there is free broadcast information for this specific game.
Recent team form
Celta of Vigo has accumulated positive results in recent games, with victories over Mallorca and The team scored nine goals and conceded four in the last five matches, demonstrating offensive and defensive balance. Três of these games had more than 2.5 goals and both teams scored.
Real Madrid alternates between good and bad times recently. The team beat Benfica in European competitions, but lost to Osasuna and Getafe in LaLiga. Nos last five games, scored eight goals and conceded five, with three games above 2.5 goals and both scoring. The defense has presented vulnerabilities at decisive moments.
Absences and highlighted players
Celta of Vigo does not count with Marcos Alonso, Pablo Durán and Carl Starfelt due to injuries. Coach Claudio Giraldez must field a competitive team, focusing on maintaining defensive solidity and exploring quick counterattacks against the stronger opponent.
Real Madrid faces important absences. Rodrygo is injured until the end of the season, while Dean Huijsen and Franco Mastantuono are suspended. Vinícius Júnior stands out with six goals in the last six games and a positive record against Celta, scoring three times in five clashes. Jude Bellingham and Kylian Mbappé are also central pieces in the attack.
Context of the table and importance of the game
Celta of Vigo has points that place it among the top six, a mark not reached since the 2015-16 season. The team seeks to consolidate this position before commitments for Liga Europa, where they will face Lyon soon. Performance at home has been an important factor in recent results.
Real Madrid occupies a position just behind the leader Barcelona and cannot allow any more stumbles in the fight for the championship. The defeat to Getafe represented the second consecutive defeat in the league after a long period without similar sequences. A victory in Vigo is essential to maintain pressure on the direct opponent for the title.
The recent history favors Real Madrid, with four wins in the last five direct meetings against Celta. However, the current moment of the teams indicates a balanced and disputed game.
Probable lineups
Celta of Vigo must enter the field with Ivan Villar in goal, defense formed by players like Javi Rodríguez and Joseph Aidoo, midfield with The tactical scheme prioritizes organization and quick transitions.
Real Madrid has Thibaut Courtois in goal, Antonio Rüdiger in defense and attacks with Vinícius Júnior, Jude Bellingham and Coach Carlo Ancelotti (or assistant in case of absence) adjusts the team to overcome losses and impose the pace of the game.
- Probable Celta: Radu; Rodríguez, Aidoo, other defenders; possession-focused midfield; dynamic attack.
- Probable Real Madrid: Courtois; Rüdiger, other defenders; Bellingham, Mbappé, Vinícius Júnior as highlights.
The clash promises intensity from the start, with Real Madrid needing three points to continue in the hunt for the title.
