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Real Madrid vs Celta Vigo Preview: Odds, Tips, and Prediction
Date: 04 May 2025 Venue: Santiago Bernabeu Kick-off (UK Time): 13:00 Real Madrid welcome Celta Vigo to the Santiago Bernabeu on Sunday, 04 May 2025. The home side is in a title race, while the visitors are hoping to finish the season strong and get into a European spot for next season. There will be lots to play for when these two teams meet on Sunday evening, and even more to look forward to for LaLiga betting fans as there will be plenty of value to find in the fixture!
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Arda Guler of Real Madrid protests during the Spanish Cup//Getty Images
The title race in Spain is heating up as we enter the business end and the home side are pushing the log leaders all the way. The visitors, on the other hand, are chasing a place in Europe for next season so this tie is set to be another close encounter. The reverse fixture saw Madrid run out 2-1 winners and another exciting affair is on the cards.
Pre-Game Odds and Win Probability
Here’s a breakdown of the pre-match betting odds for Real Madrid vs Celta Vigo:
Home: 4/6 (1.67) – 50.0%
Draw: 11/4 (3.75) – 25.7%
Away: 15/4 (4.75) – 24.3%
Odds courtesy of Betway, subject to change.
Head-to-Head Record
Check out the head-to-head record for Real Madrid vs Celta Vigo below:
19/10/24 – Celta 1-2 Real Madrid
10/03/24 – Real Madrid 4-0 Celta
25/08/23 – Celta 0-1 Real Madrid
22/04/23 – Real Madrid 2-0 Celta
20/08/22 – Celta 1-4 Real Madrid
Real Madrid Current Form – WLWWW
Real Madrid have been in pretty good form over their previous five games. They have lost just once and won the other four. Los Blancos are pushing log leaders Barcelona as we enter the business end of the season.
Kylian Mbappe of Real Madrid//Getty Images
Key Players to Watch
- Kylian Mbappe: The French superstar has been Madrid’s talisman, with 22 goals and three assists in 29 La Liga games this season. His pace and finishing will be crucial against Celta.
- Vinicius Junior: The Brazilian winger remains a constant threat, contributing 11 goals and 5 assists in 27 league matches. His quick feet and dribbling are always a threat to the opposition.
- Federico Valverde: The Uruguayan midfielder’s work rate and long-range shooting add balance to Madrid’s midfield, with 6 goals and 4 assists this campaign.
Real Madrid Team News
Real Madrid are still without Dani Carvajal and Eder Militao, both sidelined with long-term ACL injuries. David Alaba is back after a layoff and there are suspension woes over Jude Bellingham, Lucas Vasquez, and Antonio Rudiger after the trio saw red against Barcelona in the Copa Del Rey final.
Celta Vigo Current Form – DWLLW
Celta have shown some good form over their previous five games. They have lost just twice but are unbeaten in the other three games, having drawn once and won the other two. They are still well within the hunt for a European spot for next season.
Jonathan Bamba celebrates a goal during the Spanish Cup//Getty Images
Key Players to Watch
- Marcos Alonso: The former Chelsea fullback has been excellent for Celta this campaign. The Spanish defender has featured 27 times for the Sky Blues in LaLiga this season.
- Iago Aspas: The Veteran forward has been one of Celta’s best performers. Aspas has registered 12 goal contributions in 26 LaLiga games.
- Vicente Guaita: The experienced goalkeeper has been in great form for Celta and has featured in all but four LaLiga games for his side, proving his reliability.
Celta Vigo Team News
Carl Starfelt is the only notable player missing from Claudio Giraldez’s side and he will have an almost fully fit side to choose from as they chase a place in Europe for next season.
Predicted Line-Ups
Real Madrid (4-3-3): Courtois, Vazquez, Asencio, Rudiger, Garcia, Valverde, Tchouameni, Bellingham, Rodrygo, Guler, Vinicius
Celta Vigo (4-4-2): Guaita, Alonso, Jailson, J. Rodriguez, Alvarez. D. Rodriguez, Sotelo, Mingueza, Alfon, Iglesias, Aspas
Suggested Bets
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Both Teams to Score: Celta have scored 9 goals in their last 5 La Liga games, and Madrid’s defence has been leaky. (16/25 with Betway)
Real Madrid and Both Teams to Score: Madrid’s home form and firepower suggest a victory, but they have been conceding goals lately, too. (131/100 with Betway)
Value Bets
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Over 3.5 Goals: With Madrid’s attack and Celta’s recent form, expect goals at the Bernabeu. (49/50 with Betway)
Anytime Goal Scorer Vinicius Junior: Vini’s scoring form makes him a safe bet to find the net. (Forecast odds: 3/1)
Prediction: Real Madrid to Win
Los Blancos are chasing the LaLiga title, and the Sky Blues have been a little inconsistent lately. Back Carlo Ancelotti’s side to keep the pressure on Barcelona and grab a victory against Celta Vigo on Sunday.
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