Real Madrid vs Girona: Match preview, predictions, possible lineups, time and where to watch
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Real Madrid vs Girona: Match preview || Imago

Real Madrid vs Girona: Match preview, predictions, possible lineups, time and where to watch

Stephen Oladehinde 19:52 - 09.02.2024

The upcoming La Liga match between Real Madrid and Girona on Saturday, February 10, 2024, at the Santiago Bernabeu promises to be a pivotal clash in the title race.

Real Madrid, currently holding a slim two-point lead at the top of the table over Girona, aims to extend their advantage with a victory. This match is set for kickoff at 18:30 WAT, with Juan Martinez Munuera officiating and Javier Alberola Rojas as the VAR​​.

Recent Form and H2H Record:

Real Madrid's recent form shows a mixed bag of results with a record of DWWWL, while Girona has been slightly more consistent, recording DWLWW. 

The head-to-head record over the last five games is evenly split, with both teams having won twice and drawn once. Their last meeting saw Real Madrid securing a 3-0 victory over Girona on September 30, 2023​​.

Team News and Predicted Lineups:

Real Madrid is potentially without several key players due to injuries, including Vinicius Junior, who is doubtful with a neck issue. 

Real Madrid players celebrating || Imago
Real Madrid players celebrating || Imago

Other notable absences include Eder Militao, Thibaut Courtois, and David Alaba. Girona, on the other hand, will be missing Yangel Herrera and Daley Blind due to suspensions, along with David Lopez, Joel Roca, and Toni Villa​​. 

Predicted lineups suggest Real Madrid might employ a 4-3-1-2 formation, while Girona could opt for a setup that prioritizes their attacking strengths​​.

Players to Watch:

Vinicius Jr's participation is crucial for Real Madrid, given his exceptional pace and skill. For Girona, Portu's creativity and goal-scoring prowess will be key to challenging Real Madrid's defense​​.

Betting Tips and Predictions:

The match is expected to be closely contested, with Real Madrid favoured at home. However, Girona's strong form this season suggests they could pose a significant challenge. 

Girona players celebrating || Imago
Girona players celebrating || Imago

Betting insights lean towards a game with fewer than 3.5 goals, considering both teams' recent goal-scoring and defensive records​​.

Given the stakes and the forms of both teams, a tightly contested match is anticipated. Real Madrid might have the slight edge due to their home advantage and the imperative to widen the gap at the top of the table. A narrow victory for Real Madrid could be on the cards, but Girona's resilience this season suggests they will not make it easy.

Where to Watch

The match will be broadcast live in Nigeria on DSTV and Gotv