2023-24 La Liga – Streaming Details, Stats, Odds and Predictions
Get ready for the highly anticipated kick-off of the upcoming 2023-24 La Liga season! The countdown has officially begun and marks your calendars for an exciting start on August 13, 2023.
Prepare for an exhilarating season as we welcome the 93rd edition of Spain’s premier football competition, the 2023-24 La Liga, also known as La Liga EA Sports FC (due to sponsorship reasons). With its global prestige, La Liga continues to be a magnet for world-class talent. In the previous season, Barcelona emerged victorious, clinching their 27th La Liga title remarkably.
As the new season kicks off, the reigning champions, Barcelona, will begin their title defense with an away match against Getafe. Meanwhile, Real Madrid will embark on a challenging visit to Athletic Club in Bilbao. Anticipate a season filled with unparalleled excitement, intense competition, and captivating moments as La Liga EA Sports FC takes center stage, captivating the hearts of football fans worldwide.
The Promoted and Relegated teams of 2023-24 La Liga
The upcoming 2023-24 La Liga season will feature a total of twenty teams, with seventeen of them continuing from the previous season. The remaining three teams have earned their spot through promotion from the 2022-23 Segunda Division. These newly promoted teams are
- Granada
- Las Palmas
- Alavés
Interestingly, these teams have a history in La Liga. Granada makes a return to the top-flight after a one-year absence, while Las Palmas returns after a five-year hiatus. Alavés, too, rejoins the La Liga club after being absent for a year. On the other hand, three teams have unfortunately been relegated to the Segunda Division.
- Elche
- Espanyol
- Valladolid
The above teams will be bidding farewell to La Liga for the time being. It will be a fresh start for them in the lower division as they aim to reclaim their position in the top flight.
El Clasico and Madrid Derby of 2023-24 La Liga
The first El Clásico showdown between arch-rivals Real Madrid and FC Barcelona is set to ignite the stadium on Matchday 11, with Barcelona hosting the thrilling clash in their backyard. The intensity will be taken up a notch when they face each other once again on Matchday 32, this time at the iconic Santiago Bernabéu, creating an electrifying atmosphere.
Equally captivating will be the Madrid derby between Real Madrid and Atlético Madrid. The first clash between these fierce city rivals will take place at the Metropolitano on Matchday 6, promising a display of raw passion and fierce competition. The return fixture will then ignite the Santiago Bernabéu on Matchday 23, as both teams battle for supremacy in the city.
Streaming Details of 2023-24 La Liga?
For viewers in the US, ESPN will offer exclusive English and Spanish coverage of La Liga in 2023–24.
The Spanish league’s UK broadcast rights are shared by La Liga TV and Premier Sports.
The official broadcaster of La Liga in Canada for 2023–24 is TSN.
Optus Sport will be broadcasting the La Liga fixture in Australia.
Spanish professional football league coverage will be available on DAZN in the East Asian region for the 2023–24 seasons.
La Liga Outright Odds
The outright odds for all the teams to win the La Liga title this season is derived from the bet365.com site and mentioned below:
La Liga Weekly Clashes
This week’s schedule of La Liga matches and their odds derived from bet365.com are mentioned below:
How to Watch La Liga Santander 2022-23?
La Liga TV and Premier Sports have the broadcasting rights for the Spanish league in the UK.
ESPN DEPORTES, ESPN+ and ESPN are the destinations for the fans in the United States.
This year, TSN and RDS will telecast the games for Canadian fans.
If you plan to watch the top flight of Spanish football from Australia, you’ll need to subscribe to Optus Sport.
Voot and MTV are the official broadcasting partners in India.
Globally, fans from most countries can live stream the matches from Laliga’s official page on Facebook.
In addition, bet365.com will live stream the events for active bettors on Matchday.
Predictions
Girona FC vs. Granada CF
The Girona FC meet up in conflict with the Granada CF of Matchday 38 in the La Liga Showdown. The set will be on May 25, 2024, at Estadi Montilivi, Girona, Spain.
Rankings:
- Girona FC is in 3rd position with 78 points.
- Granada CF is in 19th position with 21 points.
Previous Rivalry:
Girona FC’s last game was a 3-1 win away from home against Valencia CF. Girona was led by Dovbyk and Savio, who scored one goal each in their club’s matchup against Valencia. They had scored 2.1 goals per game and ranked 10th defensively after allowing 1.2 goals per match. Girona FC’s +32 goal differential ranks third in the league. This team has 12.1 shots per match on average. Girona’s shot differential is -35 (0.9 per match), the 14th in the league. Dovbyk has 21 goals and seven assists, playing a starring role for Girona FC. Savio has nine goals and nine assists, which are the finest performances for their team. Portu scored seven goals and five assists. Viktor Tsygankov has six goals and six assists. Girona won two times in their past three meetings with Granada.
Meanwhile, Granada ranks 13th in La Liga offensively, averaging 1.0 goals per game. Granada ranks 19th in the league with a -34-goal differential. They are 19th in La Liga in shots (363 in 37 games). Granada’s shot differential of -110 overall and -3.0 per match is 18th in the league. Some key players of the Granada side include Uzuni, who has 11 goals and one assist and is a crucial contributor to this team. Lucas Boye has six goals and three assists, and Gonzalo Villar has one goal and three assists. Sergio Ruiz has no goals but four assists on 17 chances created, or 0.5 per game. Granada needs to improve its form in La Liga, and they have registered only one win in the last 18 away games. Thus, Girona FC has a better chance of taking a victory.
Real Sociedad vs. Atletico de Madrid
On the 38th matchday of Real Sociedad, we have access to Atletico de Madrid’s face-off in the La Liga 2023–24 playoffs. This match will be held on May 25, 2024, at the Reale Arena in San Sebastian, Spain.
Rankings:
- Real Sociedad is in 6th position with 60 points.
- Atletico de Madrid is in 4th position with 73 points.
Previous Rivalry:
Real Sociedad is accumulating 60 points from 37 matches. They scored a positive goal difference of 14, scoring 51 and conceding 37. Real Sociedad boasts a talented squad, including players like Brais Mendez and Andre Silva. After a nine-year absence, they competed in the return to the UEFA Champions League. Some players need to be more consistent, and the team has faced challenges maintaining a top-four position. La Liga is highly competitive, with tough teams like Atletico Madrid. Real Sociedad’s performance has been commendable, but they must address their inconsistencies to achieve tremendous success. Real Sociedad have won three consecutive matches in their last five games.
Atletico de Madrid, Jude Bellingham, a 20-year-old midfielder signed from Borussia Dortmund, has been terrific. He’s scored 14 goals in La Liga this season, tied for the league lead, and has 18 goals across all competitions. Despite injuries to key players like Thibaut Courtois and David Alaba, Atletico Madrid conceded just 0.64 goals. While Griezmann remains a proven goal scorer, his numbers have dropped in recent seasons. He has scored at most 15 goals in the last three seasons. La Liga is highly competitive, and Atletico faces tough opponents like Real Madrid and Barcelona. Overall, Atletico de Madrid has showcased their strength but needs consistency to secure higher positions. Atletico de Madrid has four straight wins in their last five matches. Hence, Atletico de Madrid will hold on to a triumph in their forthcoming series.
Rayo Vallecano vs. Athletic Club
Rayo Vallecano will participate in the clash between Athletic Club and La Liga. The showdown is set for May 25, 2024, at Estadio de Vallecas, Madrid, Spain.
Rankings:
- Rayo Vallecano is in 16th position with 38 points.
- Athletic Club is in 5th position with 65 points.
Previous Rivalry:
Rayo Vallecano won four times in their past 19 meetings with Athletic Club. Rayo has played 37 matches, with eight wins, 14 draws, and 15 losses. At home, the Rayo averaged 18 games with four wins, eight draws, and six losses. The Rayo has a poor performance on the away side, having played 19 matches with four wins, six draws, and nine losses. Alvaro Garcia is the top goal scorer for Rayo Vallecano, and Unai Lopez has the finest performances to support their team. Their shooting from direct free kicks is solid, and attacking set pieces is tricky. This team has protected the lead, but keeping possession of the ball is faint, and defending counterattacks could be more vital for Rayo Vallecano. They had a long shot and played with a wide range of opponents, playing aggressively against them.
On the other hand, Athletic Club has had two consecutive wins in its last five matchups. There had been four longest-winning runs and one prolonged losing streak. This team has the longest run without a loss and 17 clean sheets to support their team. Some of the top players are Gorka Guruzeta, the top goal scorer, and Nico Williams, the top assister on their team. Athletic Club’s finishing scoring chances are strong, and attacking down the wings is robust. They had vigorously created scoring chances, defended set pieces, and protected the lead. Athletic Club has its styles: controlling the game in the opposition’s half and attacking down the right, attempting crosses often with through balls. Athletic Club had played 11 matches odd and 26 matches even well. According to their performances, the Athletic Club will follow the same tactics to ensure their success in their upcoming matches.
Real Madrid CF vs. Real Betis Balompie
On the 38th matchday of the Real Madrid season, they will play Real Betis Balompie of the La Liga playoffs. This matchup will be held on May 26, 2024, at Santiago Bernabeu Stadium in Madrid, Spain.
Rankings:
- Real Madrid CF is in 1st position with 94 points.
- Real Betis Balompie is in 7th position with 56 points.
Previous Rivalry:
Real Madrid secured points consistently, especially against rivals, demonstrating a relentless pursuit of excellence. They have Carlo Ancelotti’s adaptability, balanced veteran experience, and youthful energy, making them formidable in domestic and European competitions. With 36 La Liga titles, Real Madrid remains one of football’s greatest clubs, perpetuating a winning culture. Karim Benzema, Vinicius Junior, and emerging talent Eduardo Camavinga contributed significantly to the success of the impact players on this team. The Real Madrid title adds a glittering chapter to their storied legacy. Real Madrid has won four consecutive matches in their last five. This team has played 37 games with 29 wins, seven draws, and only one loss, which is a stunning performance.
Meanwhile, Real Betis has shown promise this season, with players like William Jose and Ayoze Perez making an impact. They maintained competitiveness and tactical understanding. Betis faced significant losses and later recovered from those losses. Betis must make player sales, but excessive sales could compromise their ability to fight for the European spot. They had 37 matches played, with 14 wins, 14 draws, and nine losses. Real Betis have two straight victories in their last five games. Betis has five players injured at once. However, Avilla, Bakambu, Diao, and Barta are not considered leading players this season, unlike Pessella, who missed only a few matches. It should be noted that Ruibal Garica, who has too many yellow cards, will also sit out during this game. Therefore, Real Madrid will likely take a victory in their upcoming matches over Real Betis.
Sevilla FC vs. FC Barcelona
Sevilla FC gathers in the tussle among FC Barcelona in the La Liga showdown. The set is fixed to be on May 27, 2024, at Ramon Sanchez-Pizjuan Stadium, Seville, Spain.
Rankings:
- Sevilla FC is in 13th position with 41 points.
- FC Barcelona is in 2nd position with 82 points.
Previous Rivalry:
Sevilla has found it challenging to get going this season, but there have been steps forward lately, and they will enter this match off the back of a four-game unbeaten run in all competitions. They will enter this game comfortably with their best performance of the season, thumping Almeria 5-1 in La Liga with Youssef En-Nesyri, Dodi Lukebakio, Suso, Erik Lamela, and Kike Salas on the scoresheet. Sevilla will miss Oliver Torres, Marcao, Tanguy Nianzou, and Alfonso Pastor, but Marcos Acuna and Mariano Diaz are back in the squad following recent issues. The bulk of those who took to the field for the first whistle against Almeria last time out should keep their spots, meaning that Lucas Oscampos might have to settle for a place on the bench again. Sevilla is in poor form in Spain’s La Liga, and they won six home games. Sevilla has won nine times in their 55 meetings with FC Barcelona. The top goal scorer is Youssef En-Nesyri, and the top assister is Suso. They are giving the finest performances of this team.
FC Barcelona is in better form than La Liga, and they won ten away games. They have adapted impressively to life at their temporary home stadium, winning all four matches in all competitions this season. However, they were 2-0 down at home to Celta Vigo last weekend before turning the contest around. Barcelona will again be without the services of Pedri due to the thigh problem, but the midfielder is now close to returning, which will be a massive boost for the team. However, Frenkie de Jong is facing six weeks out with the ankle injury he suffered during the 3-2 win over Celta last weekend. Their longest winning run is five, and their prolonged losing streak is only one, which is quite impressive. This team has an average goal score of 2.08 and a failure to score two points. Some key players of the Barcelona side, such as Robert Lewandowski, are top goal-scorers and support their team. As we conclude, Barcelona will undoubtedly garb a triumph in their upcoming matches with at least two or more goals.
