La Liga Is Back — And It’s All About Derbies!
The international break is over, and La Liga EA Sports is back in full swing with a weekend packed with regional battles and top-level clashes. Barcelona host Girona in a Catalan showdown, Real Madrid travel to Getafe for a tense city derby, and Villarreal face Real Betis in what could easily be the game of the week.
With injuries, tired legs, and new faces returning from international duty, chaos is guaranteed. Here’s your full weekend preview — plus our score predictions.
Saturday Early: Barcelona vs Girona
Two straight defeats mean pressure for Barça, but home form is perfect — three wins, at least two goals in each. Dani Olmo is out and Ferran Torres might miss out too, but Lamine Yamal and Raphinha should bring plenty of energy. Girona have injuries everywhere and will fight hard but lack depth.
Prediction: Barcelona 3–0 Girona
Saturday Evening: Villarreal vs Real Betis
Maybe the weekend’s most exciting match. Both teams love attacking football and usually deliver goals. Betis miss Isco, Villarreal are missing players too — but expect fireworks.
Prediction: Villarreal 2–2 Betis
Late Saturday: Atlético Madrid vs Osasuna
Simeone’s men need points to stay close to the leaders. Osasuna fight hard but rarely score much. History says few goals when these two meet.
Prediction: Atlético Madrid 2–0 Osasuna
Sunday Afternoon: Celta Vigo vs Real Sociedad
Two teams that play beautiful football but waste too many chances. Expect nice build-ups, missed sitters… and a tight finish.
Prediction: Celta 0–1 Real Sociedad
Sunday Night: Getafe vs Real Madrid
Madrid derby time. Getafe love to make it ugly — long balls, strong tackles, and few chances. But if Mbappé is fit, he’ll likely shine again; he’s scored or assisted in almost every match this season.
Prediction: Real Madrid 2–0 Getafe (Mbappé on the scoresheet)
Monday: Alavés vs Valencia
Both sides are unpredictable. Alavés score more at home, Valencia push forward away from home — could be a lively one.
Prediction: 2–1 Valencia
Final Whistle
From derbies to comeback stories, Matchday 9 looks explosive. Barça and Madrid aim to prove they’re still in control, while Betis, Villarreal, and Sociedad promise entertainment. Buckle up — La Liga is back, loud and wild!
