La Liga 2025-26 Matchday 12 Deep: Football’s Rivalry Reignition

Spanish followers want to know about these moderate flows or sudden miracles in the upcoming La Liga games. In the previous La Liga match, Getafe secured a 2-1 victory against Girona on matchday 11. Mario Martin (72′) and Borja Mayoral (86′) score for Getafe. Cristhian Stuani (90+4′) was the only player to score for the Girona team. Villarreal defeated Rayo Vallecano 4-0 in the La Liga 2025-26 season in another exciting match. Gerard Moreno (22′), Alberto Moleiro (56′), Santi Comesana (58′), and Ayoze Perez (65′) scored for the Villarreal team. While Rayo Vallecano does not score goals, it will enhance their upcoming games. Atletico Madrid won stunningly 3-0 against Sevilla in the 2025-26 La Liga season. Julian Alvarez (64′), Thiago Almada (77′), and Antoine Griezmann (90′) scored their goals for Atletico Madrid. On the other hand, Sevilla will improve in the upcoming La Liga clashes. Check out all the sports-related news with the latest updates.

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Recap of Past Contenders

Real Sociedad beat Athletic Club 3-2 in the La Liga 2025-26 season in a highly anticipated match. Real Sociedad scored by Brais Mendez (38′), Goncalo Guedes (47′), and Jon Gorrotxategi (90+2′). On the Athletic Club side, the score was scored by Gorka Guruzeta (42′) and Robert Navarro (79′). Real Madrid edged out Valencia 4-0, with Mbappe, Bellingham, and Carreras scoring for the Real Madrid team. Levante had been upset with the loss to Celta Vigo in the La Liga 2025-26 season. Kervin Arriaga (66′) scored only one goal, and Unai Vencedor (29′) received a red card for the Levante team. Oscar Mingueza (40′) and Miguel Roman Gonzalez (90+1′) scored for the Celta Vigo side. Alaves secured a 2-1 win against Espanyol, and Barcelona had an impressive 3-1 win against Elche in the 2025-26 La Liga season. Real Betis is unbeaten 3-0 with Mallorca, and the final match between Oviedo and Osasuna is tied. Dive into the football news world about all leagues running with the latest information.

Upcoming Hurdles

Elche vs Real Sociedad

Elche will face Real Sociedad on November 7, 2025, at Estadio Manuel Martinez Valero, Elche, Spain. For matchday 12 in the La Liga 2025-26 season. Stay tuned for more updates about this thrilling encounter.

Standings

• Elche CF—9^th position with 14 points.
• Real Sociedad—14^th position with 12 points.

Previous Rivalry

Elche is returning after a 3-1 La Liga match in their last game against Barcelona. They managed 51% possession and had nine goal attempts, with three on target. They have not won over Real Sociedad in their last six league matches. However, Elche remains undefeated in their previous six home league La Liga matches. In their last game, only one player, Mir, scored in the 42nd minute. Meanwhile, Barcelona had 17 shots on goal with five on target. Lamine Yamal (9′), Torres (11′), and Marcus Rashford (61′) scored for Barcelona. Eder Sarabia’s Elche CF has netted eight times over their last six outings.

Conversely, Real Sociedad had a stunning 3-2 victory against Athletic Bilbao in their most recent game. In that match, they managed 51% possession and nine goal attempts, with five on target. Real Sociedad scored three goals in their match. Méndez scored in the 38th minute, Guedes in the 47th minute, and Jon Gorrotxategi in the 92nd minute. Athletic Bilbao had 11 attempts at goal, with 4 on target. Guruzeta scored in the 42nd minute, and Navarro scored in the 79th minute for Athletic Bilbao. Real Sociedad’s defense needs improvement. Thus, the Real Sociedad is likely to win their upcoming matches.

Girona vs Alaves

For matchday 12 in the La Liga 2025-26 season, Girona will face Alaves. They will meet on November 8, 2025, at Estadi Montilivi, Girona, Spain.

Standings

• Girona FC—20^th position with seven points.
• Deportivo Alaves—8^th position with 15 points.

Previous Rivalry

Girona wants to win again after their last result here, a 2-1 La Liga losing effort in their previous game against Getafe. They had 60% possession and eight goal attempts, with four on target. Cristhian Stuani (94′) scored one of their goals for Girona FC. Meanwhile, Getafe had 12 shots at goal, with four on target. Martin (72′) and Mayoral (86′) scored for Getafe. Recent Girona FC matches have been quite entertaining. Over the last six, they have averaged 3.33 goals per game, 10 of which were from Girona FC. It remains to be seen if this trend will continue. Girona FC are unbeaten in their last 3 home league matches.

Alaves, following a 2-1 La Liga victory, beat Espanyol in their most recent game. They managed 55% possession and 13 shots at goal with four on target. Alaves’ side goals were scored by Suarez (5′) and Lucas Boye (40′). Espanyol got 17 shots on goal with two on target. Roberto Fernandez (56′) was the scorer for Espanyol. The Alaves defense has performed well lately, allowing only 4 goals in their last 6 matches. During this same period, they scored 12 goals. However, Alaves has not won an away game in their previous 3 league matches. According to their performances, Girona will earn in their forthcoming series.

Sevilla vs Osasuna

On November 8, 2025, Sevilla conflicts with Osasuna at Ramon Sanchez-Pizjuan Stadium, Seville, Spain. Both teams play for matchday 12 in the La Liga 2025-26 run-in.

Standings

• Sevilla FC—13^th position with 13 points.
• CA Osasuna—15^th position with 11 points.

Previous Rivalry

Sevilla has lost 3 consecutive matches in La Liga. They haven’t lost to Osasuna in 25 of their last 30 meetings across all competitions. Sevilla has only won 2 out of their last 15 home games in La Liga. In their last 4 games against Osasuna, there have been under 2.5 goals scored. Jordan Moreno was out due to an unknown injury, and Kouassi was affected by a hamstring problem. Romero Bernal received a red card and suspension. Gonzalez Martinez is due to a sprain, and he is questionable.

Osasuna has faced tough challenges in its last three away games in La Liga. They are still working to improve. While they have secured just two wins out of their last 25 away matches, they have shown determination! Interestingly, their recent games have been low-scoring, with fewer than 2.5 goals each time. On average, the team scores approximately 0.86 goals per away game across all competitions. This statistic indicates potential for improvement in their performance. Sevilla will have more chances to hold on to a victory in their upcoming games with at least two goals.

Atletico Madrid vs Levante

In the 2025-26 La Liga season, Atletico Madrid are tussling with Levante for matchday 12 plays. They are joining on November 8, 2025, at Riyadh Air Metropolitano, Madrid, Spain.

Standings

• Atletico de Madrid—4^th position with 22 points.
• Levante UD—16^th position with nine points.

Previous Rivalry

This season has proven to be challenging for the Madrid team, as they have struggled to find consistent form. Atletico Madrid was eliminated from the Champions League during the group stages. They have won only one of their last six La Liga matches. Despite these difficulties, they currently hold fourth place in the league standings. Yannick Carrasco is the only player on the injury list as the team confidently. This team prepares for their upcoming match against Levante in the Copa del Rey. The predicted lineup for the team includes Oblak, Molina, Savic, Hermoso, Reinildo, Llorente, Koke, De Paul, Barrios, Griezmann, and Correa.

Levante is currently on a strong trajectory in pursuing promotion back to La Liga. The Valencia team has not lost in fourteen games in the Segunda Division. Regarding team news, Sergio Postigo is expected to miss the upcoming match due to an injury sustained over the weekend. The likely lineup for Levante features Femenias in goal, backed by defenders Son, Saracchi, Vezo, and Munoz. The midfield is expected to include Martinez, Pier, and Campana, while the forward line will consist of De Frutos, Wesley, and Cantero. Given that, Atletico Madrid will undoubtedly earn in their anticipated matches.

Espanyol vs Villarreal

The RCD Espanyol de Barcelona will face Villarreal CF on November 8, 2025, at RCDE Stadium, Spain, for matchday 12 in the La Liga 2025-26 season.

Standings

• RCD Espanyol de Barcelona—6^th position with 18 points.
• Villarreal CF—3^rd position with 23 points.

Previous Rivalry

Espanyol will try to improve after their recent 2-1 loss to Alaves in La Liga. In that game, they had 45% possession and took 17 shots, with 2 on target. Roberto Fernández scored the only goal for Espanyol in the 56th minute. Alaves took 13 shots and had 4 on target. They scored two goals: Suárez scored in the 5th minute, and Lucas Boyé scored in the 40th minute. In their last six games, Espanyol, managed by Manolo González, scored 7 goals, averaging 1.17 goals per match. Espanyol has not won against Villarreal in their previous 6 league matches.

Villarreal will enter this match after a 4-0 win over Rayo Vallecano in their last game. In that match, Villarreal had 48% possession and made 16 attempts on goal, with 7 on target. The goals were scored by Moreno (22′), Moleiro (56′), Comesaña (58′), and Pérez (65′). In contrast, Rayo Vallecano had 13 shots at goal, with 3 on target. Villarreal has not lost to Espanyol in their last 4 away league matches. The traveling fans have enjoyed these games.  Villarreal will surely succeed in their upcoming matches based on their performances.

Athletic Club vs Oviedo

At San Mames Stadium, Bilbao, Spain, Athletic Club will face Oviedo on November 9, 2025. Both teams are playing for matchday 12 in the La Liga 2025-26 moment of truth.

Standings

• Athletic Club—11^th position with 14 points.
• Real Oviedo—19^th position with eight points.

Previous Rivalry

Athletic Bilbao has a stronger and more established roster, giving them superior talent. They have spot-on mid-table, less pressure. A focus on climbing higher points and not fighting for their survival.  Athletic Club had a mixed record in its last few league matches. Their participation in the UEFA Champions League gives them higher-level competition experience.

After returning to La Liga for the first time in 24 years, Oviedo is highly motivated and proven. As a newly promoted club, their roster and management are less familiar with the top flight. Early in the season, this team gained momentum, and recent losses resulted in La Liga. Oviedo has struggled to score goals consistently, indicating a faint attack. As a result, the Athletic Club will have a home-turf advantage and the ability to hold on to a triumph.

Rayo Vallecano vs Real Madrid

On November 9, 2025, Rayo Vallecano and Real Madrid meet at Estadio de Vallecas, Madrid, Spain. Both teams play on matchday 12 in the La Liga 2025-26 season.

Standings

• Rayo Vallecano—10th position with 14 points.
• Real Madrid CF—1st position with 30 points.

Previous Rivalry

Rayo Vallecano had been a more modest squad, with nine wins, nine draws, and nine losses in La Liga. Their season was marked by flashes of clever work and playing attractive football. However, this team has an inconsistency that often makes their progress vulnerable. The match against Real Madrid highlighted both their potential and their limitations. While they could challenge top teams, converting performances into points remained challenging.

Real Madrid, as expected, came into the match with a strong lineup, especially given their pursuit of the league title. The game unfolded with intensity and flair, showcasing the depth of talent in Madrid’s squad. Kylian Mbappé opened the scoring in the 30th minute, demonstrating his trademark pace and precision. Just four minutes later, Vinícius Júnior doubled the lead, capitalizing on a defensive lapse from Rayo Vallecano. So, Real Madrid will without doubt gain.

Mallorca vs Getafe

Mallorca and Getafe are gathered together for matchday 12 in the La Liga 2025-26 season. They will meet on November 9, 2025, at Camp de Futbol Son Moix, Spain.

Standings

• RCD Mallorca—17^th position with nine points.
• Getafe CF—7^th position with 17 points.

Previous Rivalry

Real Mallorca faces challenges in La Liga, having secured only 2 victories in their last 14 matches. Their recent performance at home has not been good. They have scored fewer than 2.5 goals in all competitions in their previous 4 home games. The team has a hard time scoring goals in the La Liga competition. They average only 0.80 goals per game at home across all competitions.

Getafe is on a fantastic winning streak with three consecutive victories! Their historical performance against Real Mallorca is quite impressive. They have shown remarkable resilience in their recent encounters. While there are some injury concerns with Arambarri, Rosa, and Nyom for currently unknown reasons, the team’s resilience and past success bring a lot of hope for an exciting match ahead! As we conclude, Mallorca will surely obtain a win in their upcoming matches.

Valencia vs Real Betis

Valencia is confronted with Real Betis in the 2025-26 La Liga season for matchday 12. Both teams play on November 9, 2025, at Mestalla Stadium, Valencia, Spain.

Standings

• Valencia CF—18^th position with nine points.
• Real Betis Balompie—5^th position with 19 points.

Previous Rivalry

Valencia needed the financial boost that playing in European football would provide, but now they face another uncertain summer. They might try to sell high-earners like Jasper Cillessen and Maxi Gomez, but this is often difficult to achieve. There have been some good moments this season under Jose Bordalas, especially with their cup run. However, their recent league games have had the feeling of an “end-of-season.”

Real Betis lost to Barcelona 2-1 at home last weekend. With Atletico winning the Madrid derby, Real Betis’ chances for Champions League qualification are now very slim. They need to make up 6 points on Atletico, who is in 4th place, and there are only 3 games left to play. They must win this game to keep their hopes alive. In this way, crystal explicit knowledge about who Real Betis is will make a win.

Celta Vigo vs Barcelona

Celta Vigo will face Barcelona on November 9, 2025, at Estadio de Balaídos, Vigo, Spain, on matchday 12 of the La Liga 2025-26 run-in.

Standings

• RC Celta de Vigo—12^th position with 13 points.
• FC Barcelona—2^nd position with 25 points.

Previous Rivalry

Celta Vigo will return with another win after a 1-2 La Liga win against Levante. They have managed 64% possession and 20 attempts at goal, with 6 on target. Mingueza (40′) and Roman (91′) scored for the Celta Vigo team. Levante had nine attempts on goal with three on target. Kervin Arriaga (66′) scored for Levante. They have left without a winning streak over Barcelona in their past four league games. At home, Celta Vigo had not been beaten in their last five league matches.

Barcelona had a 3-1 win against Elche in the most recent La Liga match. They had managed 49% possession and 17 attempts on goal, with five of them on target. Barcelona scorers were Lamine Yamal (9′), Torres (11′), and Marcus Rashford (61′). Elche had had nine shots at goal with three on target. They have been slightly good when from now on and scoring 14 times in their last six matches. Hence, Barcelona will undisputedly come to carry the day.