Las Palmas vs Real Madrid: Predicted lineup, injury news, head-to-head, telecast

Published at :January 25, 2024 at 2:18 PM

Modified at :January 25, 2024 at 2:18 PM

LaLiga 2023-24 Matchday 22 is set to be underway

High-flying Las Palmas will host giants Real Madrid as the two teams look to continue pushing towards their objectives this LaLiga season. Garcia Pimienta’s side have certainly claimed a welcomed boost over the past fortnight. Last seen putting in a rugged performance away at Rayo Vallecano as they eventually snatched a 2-0 win. However, facing what will be a heavyweight challenge this weekend, they will have to give their all if they want to beat the side from Madrid.

Real Madrid, on the other hand, have trailed surprise leaders Girona for most of the campaign thus far. Currently in second place with 51 points from 20 games, Carlo Ancelotti’s men will need to be at their best to challenge for the title. The team are currently in great form in the league. Los Blancos will be excited for this clash as they will be hoping to take all three points with them.

Kick-Off:

Saturday, 27th January, 2024, 08:45 PM (IST), 03:15 PM (GMT), 10:15 AM (EST)

Stadium: Gran Canaria

Form

Las Palmas Form (All Competitions): W-W-L-L-D

Real Madrid Form (All Competitions): W-L-W-W-W

Players to Watch

Alberto Moleiro (Las Palmas)

A right-footed attacking midfielder, Moleiro is cementing himself as one of the first names on the team sheet. Moleiro has proven to be one of the breakout stars of the La Liga season alongside the likes of Jude Bellingham, Savio, Lamine Yamal, and Samuel Lino. Moleiro looks to push the ball forward and attack the opponent’s penalty area every time he receives possession, improvising and breaking the lines with his dribbling and passing and constantly keeping defenders on his toes. Moleiro is capable of shooting with either foot and picking the right moment to test the goalkeeper

Vinicius Junior (Real Madrid)

He is at his most threatening after having received a pass on the left against an isolated right-back. He tends to try to move infield and onto his favoured right foot, because when goes on the outside on his left he is far less effective. His impressive acceleration means that opponents cannot commit to closing Vinícius down too tightly if he receives the ball while wide. His movement is extremely clever and a crucial part of what makes him so effective. He shows great awareness both of where space is and how to use it.

Match Facts

UD Las Palmas’s last home win against Real Madrid was in 2001.
UD Las Palmas haven’t scored in 2 of their 10 home matches in La Liga this season.
The winner of their last meeting was Real Madrid.

Injury and Team News

Featuring for Congo at this month’s Africa Cup of Nations, Las Palmas will be unable to call upon 29-year-old midfielder Omenuke Mfulu on Saturday. Daley Sinkgraven, Alvaro Lemos and Eric Curbelo are all still dealing with respective injury issues. 22-year-old Julian Araujo is still serving a domestic suspension and will play no part this weekend.

Picking up a costly booking against Almeria last weekend, Real Madrid will be without England international Jude Bellingham on Saturday. Ancelotti will once again be unable to call upon David Alaba, Eder Militao and Thibaut Courtois.

Head-to-Head

Matches: 9

Las Palmas: 1

Real Madrid: 6

Draws: 2

Predicted Lineup for Las Palmas vs Real Madrid

Las Palmas Predicted Lineup (4-5-1):

Alvaro Valles (GK); Alex Suarez, Juanma Herzog, Mika Marmol, Sergi Cardona; Javier Munoz, Maximo Perrone, Kirian Rodriguez, Munir El Haddadi, Alberto Moleiro; Sandro Ramirez

Real Madrid Predicted Lineup (4-3-1-2):

Kepa(GK); Daniel Carvajal, Antonio Rudiger, Nacho Fernandez, Ferland Mendy; Federico Valverde, Aurelien Tchouameni, Luka Modric; Arda Guler; Rodrygo, Vinicius Junior

Match Prediction for Las Palmas vs Real Madrid

Mounting what was a hugely controversial comeback against Almeria last weekend, Real Madrid will certainly be hoping for a more routine afternoon on Saturday. Winning eight of their previous nine appearances across all competitions, Los Blancos will know the importance of making another statement here. Ancelotti’s side should be excited by a rampant record against Las Palmas. The away team will take all three points.

Prediction: Las Palmas 1-2 Real Madrid

Telecast

India – Sports 18 Networks, JioCinema

UK– Viaplay Sports 2, LaLigaTV, Viaplay UK

US – ESPN+, ESPN Deportes

Nigeria – SuperSport

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