LaLiga Returns with Thrilling Weekend of Derbies
After the March international break, club football in Spain is back with a bang as Matchday 29 of LaLiga EA Sports kicks off this weekend, featuring a host of exciting derbies and crucial clashes.
The action begins on Saturday with Real Sociedad taking on Real Valladolid in a match that sees both teams in search of vital points. With ambitions of qualifying for Europe and avoiding relegation, this encounter is set to be tense as both sides look to turn their fortunes around.
On Saturday, Atlético de Madrid is back in action, facing RCD Espanyol. After suffering consecutive defeats to Getafe CF and FC Barcelona, Los Colchoneros are eager to reignite their title challenge and secure a much-needed win.
Next up is Deportivo Alavés versus Rayo Vallecano, where the home crowd at Mendizorroza will be pivotal as Alavés seeks to distance itself from the relegation zone. Currently level on points with 18th-placed CD Leganés, every point is crucial for the Basque club.
A highlight of the weekend comes at on Saturday with the Madrid derby, as CD Leganés make the short trip to face Real Madrid at the Bernabéu. Having lost to Madrid in both previous encounters this season, Leganés will be hoping for a change in fortune.
Sunday’s action kicks off with Getafe CF hosting Villarreal CF at the Coliseum. Both clubs are vying for European qualification, but Getafe enters the match in better form after winning their last two games, while Villarreal comes off two losses.
The Catalan derby follows, with FC Barcelona clashing against Girona FC. This fixture has historically produced high-scoring games, and fans can expect plenty of excitement at the Estadi Olímpic, where goals are anticipated.
Simultaneously, Athletic Club faces CA Osasuna, and Valencia CF takes on RCD Mallorca at 18:30 CET. While not traditional derbies, these matches feature teams from neighboring regions, intensifying the competition.
The weekend culminates on Sunday with El Granderbi, as Real Betis hosts Sevilla FC at the Estadio Benito Villamarín. Betis, on a five-game winning streak, seeks to secure a league derby victory for the first time since 2018, while Sevilla aims to maintain their strong form.
Finally, Monday’s action features UD Las Palmas traveling to Vigo to take on RC Celta, a rematch of their earlier encounter where Celta triumphed despite being reduced to nine men. Las Palmas will look to turn the tables this time around.
