real madrid carvajal happy to be ballon d'or nominee

Real Madrid Carvajal happy to be Ballon d’Or nominee

Real Madrid defender Dani Carvajal is happy to be on the Ballon d’or list of nominees. Many players also believe that fullback deserves to be considered a contender for the award. “It’s clear that, being a defender… In football, what stands out are the goalscorers,” he told The Athletic.  “But well, with the possibility of winning it I am very happy, it refers to the great year I had last year. My family and I are very proud.” Carvajal added, “I have until next summer on my contract. I’m not considering retirement at the moment. I talk about it with my family: I want to enjoy every game, every training session. As the years go by, you realise you have to give more value to every moment and enjoy it,” he revealed to The Athletic. “The relationship I have with the club is very transparent, very clear. If both parties agree to continue, I hope to stay here for many years.”

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pedri is grateful knee injury was not prolonged

Barcelona midfielder Pedri is grateful knee injury was not prolonged

Barcelona midfielder Pedri is happy to be back in good health. Back with Barca this week, Pedri suffered a knee strain during the 2024 Euros. He recalled: “When I felt the pain in my knee I was scared  because I had also seen what happened to Gavi. I have had several injuries, they are very hard times and thank God I have been lucky. It was a small thing compared to what could have been and now we are perfect. “Did it cost me my vacation? Yes, especially during the vacation I had to work hard, I had to recover well to try to get to that first game and finally I did it. A lot of work with physiotherapy, physical preparation… But hey, that’s what I did. During the vacation I worked hard and I had to recover well to be able to play the first championship game.” On Spain winning the Euros, Pedri added: “In addition to being a dream for every Spaniard, for me, who is still at the beginning of my career, it means a lot of motivation for what is to come, a lot of confidence and above all a dream come true. You are always the same person, but it is true that it gives you a lot of confidence. “There are many players who retire and fail to win and I think that is a source of pride. We are also the team that has the most and this is felt in Spain.”

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football predictions today: real madrid vs betis

Football Predictions Today: Real Madrid VS Betis Sure Tips

The 2024-25 La Liga Week 3 action will come to an end with a Real Madrid VS Betis matchup happening tonight.   You can get Todays football Tips, picks, and odds for Real Madrid VS Betis on MatchPlug. We are the Best Prediction site for previews and tips for all La Liga games. Predictions and Betting Preview For Real Madrid VS Betis  Odds provided by 1XBet Betting On Real Madrid Real Madrid entered this match on the back of two draws in a row, with the latest one being between them and Las Palmas at 1-1. Despite not facing defeat, they are inefficient in the final third and face defensive issues which stopped them from scoring up to three points in recent games. With a record of seven goals scored and just two conceded so far this season, Madrid shows hope of a good offence, but needs more consistency.  Madrid will want to leverage home advantage at the Santiago Bernabéu, looking to dominate Real Betis; a club known to lose at this venue. With Vinícius Júnior leading the attack, Ancelotti expects a powerful performance from the club.  Betting On Betis  Real Betis enter this clash at the Santiago Bernabéu after winning the Conference League against Kryvbas, ensuring their spot in the group stage. But, in La Liga, Real have had a small start to the term with two draws in two matches, the latest one ending in 0-0 against Alavés. While Betis had a solid performance, conceding only once so far this season, they lacked the necessary touch to win in the La Liga.  MatchPlug Prediction For Real Madrid VS Betis  With just two points and a match in hand, Betis must start winning outrightly if they want to remain in the European spots. They have not had a good recent record against Real Madrid, failing to beat them in their last five meetings. Nevertheless, Pellegrini trusts Betis to deliver a win in a challenging fixture.  Final Prediction: Real Madrid Moneyline. 

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Football Predictions Today: Barcelona VS Valladolid Sure Tips

Barcelona will intend to extend their winning start to the season, when they host Real Valladolid at Lluís Companys Olympic Stadium on Saturday. Watch Barcelona VS Valladolid.  Use MatchPlug to get the Football Prediction for today, picks, odds, and analysis for Barcelona VS Valladolid. We are a Winning Prediction Site to get La Liga previews.  Predictions and Betting Preview For Barcelona VS Valladolid  Odds provided by 1XBet. Betting On Barcelona Barcelona lead La Liga standings with nine points after three games. Three wins in three matches and all three with 2-1 score have given Hansi Flick a perfect start to his career at Lluís Companys. Barca achieved victories over Valencia on matchday one and Rayo Vallecano last time out after conceding the opening goal.  With two challenging games against Giron and Villarreal immediately after the international break, Barcelona can’t afford to lose points on Saturday.  Betting On Valladolid Valladolid began their season back in top-flight with a 1-0 victory over Espanyol, but things fell apart after then, leaving them with four points and a spot outside top ten. They were defeated 3-0 by Real Madrid on their first visit of the campaign. In that match, Valladolid held Madrid hostage for 50 minutes, and two of the three goals came after the 85th minute. Furthermore, they immediately secured a 0-0 draw against Leganes, making matters worse for them.  On Saturday, Valladolid will be faced with the challenge of finding consistency and goals, as they haven’t scored in four of their last five La Liga games.  MatchPlug Prediction For Barcelona VS Valladolid  Barcelona will continue scoring goals and maintain their winning start to the season. This is more than Valladolid that struggle to find the back of the net and have conceded goals in road matches.  Final Prediction: Barcelona Moneyline. 

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Football Predictions Today: Athletic Bilbao VS Atletico Madrid Sure Tips

Atletic Madrid will want to continue their undefeated start to the season in a tricky away match against Athletic Bilbao. Athletic VS Atletico will be held at Estadio de San Mamés Stadium, Bilbao. You can get Todays football Tips, picks, and odds for Athletic VS Atletico on MatchPlug. We are the Best Prediction site for previews and tips for all La Liga games. Predictions and Betting Preview For Athletic Bilbao VS Atletico Madrid  Odds provided by 1XBet Betting On Athletic Bilbao Athletic Bilbao have four points from three games and have not yet made their mark, even with their luck in this venue. All their four points in this season have been at home, and the hosts will love their chances especially with their recent form at home. Athletic haven’t lost a home league match since last August. They’ve won 13 and drew seven of the last 20.  Athletic began their season with a draw, loss, and win, giving them four points from the first three games. After a 1-1 draw with Getafe in the opening matchday. Barcelona edged them 2-1 in the second match. But they won 1-0 over Valencia last time, boosting morale in the club.  Betting On Atletico Madrid Atletico Madrid have five points and are undefeated so far this season. They began this season in fourth position. While Atletico are expected to hit the ground running, Bilbao could crush that expectation, considering they have a solid record at home. Teams have struggled at Estadio de San Mamés, and Athletic haven’t lost a home match in La Liga since last August.  Historically a fixture between Athletic and Atletico has been low on goals. Madrid could add to that list with their ironclad defensive record. The guests have maintained clean sheets in their league games, dating back last season. They have six clean sheets in their last eight league games.  MatchPlug Prediction For Athletic Bilbao VS Atletico Madrid  Athletic Bilbao are a hard club to beat at home, which makes this match thrilling. This is likely to be a tricky fixture, and experts predict the Athletic and Atletico match to end in under 2.5 goals.  Final Prediction: Under 2.5 goals. 

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football predictions today: villarreal vs atletico madrid sure tips

Football Predictions Today: Villarreal VS Atletico Madrid Sure Tips

Week 1 of the 2024-25 La Liga season continues with another round of fixtures this week, as Villarreal clashes with Atletico Madrid. Villareal VS Atletico Madrid will be held at the Estadio El Madrigal. Both teams have strong players and will want to win this match.  You can get Todays football Tips, picks, and odds for Villareal VS Atletico Madrid on MatchPlug. We are the Best Prediction site for previews and tips for all La Liga games. Predictions and Betting Preview For Villarreal VS Atletico Madrid Odds provided by 1XBet. Betting On Villarreal Villarreal finished the last La Liga season in eight positions in the league table and have been unreliable over the past year. The home team fell to a 4-0 loss against Brighton & Hove Albion last week and will need to bounce back in this game.  After three consecutive wins at home against Atletico Madrid in La Liga, Villarreal are winless in their last six such fixtures in the competition. They have won four of their last six games at home in La Liga; one more victory that they have achieved in the 14 such matches preceding this run.  Betting On Atletico Madrid In last season’s La Liga standings, Atletico Madrid finished in fourth position and have maintained an impressive form over the past year. They defeated Juventus by a 2-0 margin in their last game and will want to achieve a similar result this week.  Atletico Madrid have been impressive under Diego Simeone but have failed to keep up with Barcelona and Real Madrid. Antoine Griezmann and Alexander Sorloth can be dangerous when they play and will look to make their mark this week.  MatchPlug Prediction For Villarreal VS Atletico Madrid  Villarreal have worried bigger clubs in the past and will want to pull off another upset in this game. But, Atletico Madrid are the better team and should have no issues winning this game. Final Prediction: Atletico Madrid Moneyline. 

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barcelona coach flick joyful with victory over valencia

Barcelona coach Flick joyful with victory over Valencia

Barcelona won against Valencia with Robert Lewandowksi who scored twice in their match. And manager Hansi Flick is happy. Flick later said: “It is very important to start with a victory. We were better in the second half. In the first half we made more mistakes. The goal on the stroke of half-time was very important. In the second half we did better.  “He (Lewandowski) is a great professional. He is an important player. We defend and attack as a team. He has also done a great defensive job. He has scored two goals. He is always in the area. “The preseason was not easy, there were many players with the national teams and the La Masia players did very well. Also today. “We have to improve many things, we are at the beginning of the season. We have to gain confidence. “They are three very important points for us. Today was a great battle, for the stadium, for the fans… it was an intense game. But I think we deserve to get the three points.”

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Football Predictions Today: Mallorca VS Real Madrid Sure Tips

Weekend action for La Liga continues with a Mallorca VS Real Madrid matchup happening at the Estadi Mallorca Son Moix on Sunday. Madrid is the better team and has the advantage entering this game. MatchPlug has the Expert Football Predictions, picks, and odds for Mallorca VS Real Madrid. We are the Best Prediction Site where you can find reliable La Liga previews. Predictions and Betting Preview For Mallorca VS Real Madrid  Odds provided by 1XBet. Betting On Mallorca Mallorca finished 15th position in the La Liga standings and have not been at their best form so far this season. The hosts fell to a loss on penalties against Bologna last week and will need to redeem themselves in this fixture.  The home team are undefeated in their last four games in La Liga and could equal their longest such run in the competition over the past decade. Mallorca lost the last two times they met Madrid without scoring a single goal. Betting On Real Madrid Real Madrid won the title league last season and have been outstanding under Carlo Ancelloti. Madrid eased past Atalanta by a 2-0 scoreline in the UEFA Super Cup in their previous game and will want to recreate that result with Mallorca. Madrid will need to work hard to protect their league crown. Kylian Mbappe is set to make is debut in La Liga this Sunday and will want to score his first goal for Los Blancos in this fixture.  MatchPlug Prediction For Mallorca VS Real Madrid  Mallorca can play well in their appearances, but have had poor form over the past season. Real Madrid are the better squad and should have no issues winning this match. Final Prediction: Real Madrid Moneyline. 

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Football Predictions Today: Valencia VS Barcelona Sure Tips

Valencia VS Barcelona is debatably the pick of the matches in the opening game week of the 2024-25 La Liga season. Both clubs will play at Mestalla on Saturday night, with Valencia hosting Barcelona.  MatchPlug has Expert Football Predictions, picks, and odds for Valencia VS Barcelona. We are a Hot Prediction Site to find La Liga previews.  Predictions and Betting Preview For Valencia VS Barcelona  Odds provided by 1XBet. Betting On Valencia Valencia have won the La Liga champions six times, with their last victory coming in 2004. The club have found winning hard in recent years. Los Che have not reached top-four spot since 2019, finishing 9th, 13th, 16th, and 9th in their last five campaigns. Valencia scored 13 wins, 10 draws, and 15 defeats from their 38 league matches last term to collect 49 points.  The hosts got busy for the summer friendlies, they played seven times, with their preparations for the new season ending with a 3-2 success over Bundesliga outfit Eintracht Frankfurt last weekend. Over the summer, they signed Dani Gomez and Rafa Mir joining on loan. They also kept their star players from last term, including Javi Guerra. Betting On Barcelona Barcelona only signed two players in the summer; Pau Victor from Girona and Dani Olmo returing to Camp Nou from RB Leipzig. The Catalans have been frustrated in their chase for Athletic Bilbao’s Nico Willams, but they have not given up. There should be a lot of moves at Camp Nou in the final stages of the transfer window.  Blaugrana are now managed by Hansi Flick, who replaced Xavi, and there will be pressure on him to lead a title charge this term. However, champions Real Madrid look powerful this season, adding Endrick and Kylian Mbappe to a star-packed lineup. Barca ended last season in second place, 10 place behind Madrid, who easily proved to be the best in La Liga.  MatchPlug Prediction For Valencia VS Barcelona  Barcelona won six of their last seven league matches against Valencia and they are expected to claim another close win this weekend. The hosts held Barca to a 1-1 draw at Mestalla last season, and Blaugrana will be missing some key players for this game. However, experts back them to secure all three points in their first match of the new season. Final Prediction: Barcelona Moneyline. 

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barcelona free romeu from tour squad for girona talks

Barcelona free Romeu from tour squad for Girona talks

Girona are finalising a deal for Barcelona midfielder Oriol Romeu.  Just a year after he left Girona for Barca, Romeu is set to re-sign with the Catalans.  Barca have announced that Romeu has been released from their US tour squad to finalise the transfer.  Mundo Deportivo reports that he will join Girona on-loan for the new season. His contract with Barca runs to 2026.

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