Preview: Real Madrid vs Elche Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | LaLiga 2025-26

The previous outing between these sides ended in a 2-2 draw.

Real Madrid are now going to have a face-off against Elche for their matchweek 28 contest of the 2025-26 LaLiga. This is going to be an entertaining outing, taking place at the Estadio Santiago Bernabeu.

Los Blancos have bagged back-to-back wins in their last two matches and will now be looking to come up with another consistent performance. They are going to be the hosts in their next matchup and it is surely going to be an advantageous situation for them. Real Madrid are in second place on the league table at the moment and are still in the title race.

Los Franjiverdes are going to be under pressure for their upcoming fixture due to their current run of form. They are coming in after losing 1-2 to Villarreal CF in what was a close fixture. Elche CF have not performed well in their last few games and the upcoming contest is going to be a tough one for them.

Kick-off:

• Location: Madrid, Spain
• Stadium: Santiago Bernabeu
• Date: Sunday, March 15
• Kick-off Time: 01:30 AM IST (Saturday, Mar 14; 08:00 PM GMT/ 03:00 PM ET/ 12:00 PM PT)
• Referee: TBA
• VAR: In use

Form:

Madrid: L-W-L-W-W

Elche: L-D-L-D-L

Players to Watch

Fede Valverde (Real Madrid)

Federico Valverde has now rescued Real Madrid in both of his last two appearances. He first scored a match-winning goal in the final moments against Celta Vigo, then dismantled Manchester City’s defence after scoring a sensational hat-trick in the UEFA Champions League. With the ball at his feet, he is going to be a constant threat to the opponent’s defence.

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Rafa Mir (Elche)

The 28-year-old is going to be one of the main men in the attacking front for Elche CF. Even though he has not been in top form recently, Rafa Mir is still going to be an important aspect in the final third for the visitors. In 22 LaLiga appearances this season, he has scored seven goals.

Match Facts

• Real Madrid are on a two-match winning streak.
• Elche have failed to secure a win in their last five fixtures.
• Los Blancos are unbeaten in their last five meetings with Los Franjiverdes.

Real Madrid vs Elche: Betting Tips and Odds

• Real Madrid to win @2/7 Coral
• Vinicius Junior to score @11/10 Virgin Bet
• Goals under 3.5 @3/4 Unibet

Injury and Team News

Jude Bellingham, Rodrygo, Eder Militao, David Alaba, Dani Ceballos and Alvaro Carreras are not going to be in action for Real Madrid. They are injured. Franco Mastantuono is suspended. Kylian Mbappe remains a major doubt.

Elche CF might miss out on John Donald, Pedro Bigas and Hector Fort due to their lack of fitness.

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 54

Madrid won: 35

Elche won: 6

Draws: 13

Predicted Lineups

Real Madrid predicted lineup (4-4-2)

Courtois (GK); Trent, Rudiger, Huijsen, Mendy; Valverde, Guler, Tchouaméni, Camavinga; Diaz, Vinícius Jr.

Elche predicted lineup (3-5-2)

Dituro (GK); Chust, Affengruber, Pétrot; Sangaré, Febas, Aguado, Diangana, Valera; Rodríguez, Mir

Match Prediction

Los Blancos will be full of confidence for their next game and the visitors will be under pressure. Real Madrid are likely to secure three points against Elche CF in their upcoming LaLiga clash.

Prediction: Madrid 2-1 Elche

Telecast Details

India: Fancode

UK: Premier Sports

USA: ESPN+

Nigeria: SuperSport

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