European Weekend Match Predictions. Arsenal – Burnley, Real Madrid – Valencia, Barcelona – Alavés
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European Weekend Match Predictions. Arsenal – Burnley, Real Madrid – Valencia, Barcelona – Alavés

This weekend features a series of crucial matches in both England and Spain. Arsenal will host just-promoted Burnley, who have struggled since coming to the Premier League under Vincent Kompany. With four points, Burnley is 14th, and its first and only win arrived a month ago when beating Luton(2-1). Burnley is the typical promoted side that played attacking football but couldn’t keep up with the roaring level of the Premier League. They quickly fell into the relegation zone due to a defence that can’t keep elite attackers at bay. A perfect opportunity for Arsenal, who sit in fourth place with twenty-four points, three points behind Manchester City.

Real Madrid might come off a brilliant European campaign following the flawless victory against Braga at home (3-0). Still, this weekend’s fixture announces itself to be much more difficult, notably being the youngsters of Valencia. Every year, Valencia finds new academy players, independently of how many Peter Lim sells in the summer; with that said, Baraja has assembled a new army, ready to cause trouble for Real Madrid, even if it’ll be in the Santiago Bernabeu.

As for Barcelona, they will host just-promoted Deportivo Alavés, who have kept up well, scoring so far in fourteenth place. The Northern Spaniards loaned and bought players from higher up in modest ways and had the compactness to maintain their rank in the Spanish elite. Unfortunately, Barcelona will come hungry following a disappointing European result (0-1 vs Shakhtar Donetsk), and it’s unlikely to see the match-up going Alavés’ way.

Arsenal vs Burnley Match Info

Arsenal vs Burnley Predictions and Odds

Arsenal is back on its winning path after scrolling past Sevilla in the Champions League (2-0). However, Arteta’s band will not forget the error of the past week (0-1 defeat vs Newcastle), which cost Arsenal their spot as potential leaders, following Tottenham’s insane defeat against Chelsea (1-4), marked by a high-line despite two red cards. This was Tottenham’s first defeat of the season, and Arsenal should’ve taken advantage of the opportunity. But it didn’t, and The Gunners most certainly regret it. Much like in the game vs Sheffield (6-0), this match should be a certified winner and confidence booster for the home team.

Arsenal vs Burnley Betting Tips 

Leandro Trossard’s role down the middle as a false nine worked out well against Sevilla, and it’s expected to occur again against Burnley. One of the main reasons Trossard was brought to the Emirates Stadium is that he finds the spaces well. With Burnley’s defence often getting overwhelmed, the space Trossard pockets himself in should be a reason to believe he’ll find himself on the scoresheet again. Especially if Jorginho keeps up his form with his long passes that could spear through Burnley’s lines.

Real Madrid vs Valencia Main Match Info

Real Madrid vs Valencia Match Predictions and Odds

Real Madrid might be second in La Liga, two points behind surprise leaders Girona, but Valencia is always a tough fixture. Carlo Ancelotti’s men lost the last encounter (1-0) amid racist abuse towards Vinicius Jr in May. Additionally, Los Blancos recently dropped points in a 0-0 draw against Rayo Vallecano, further highlighting their difficulties in controlling the flow of play and finding success in the final third. Against a tricky legion of youngsters guided by Baraja’s expertise, this game will be far from easy for Carlo Ancelotti.

Valencia, with Javi Guerra and Pepelu, have managed to find the midfield balance few teams have displayed. This situation will likely pose a challenge for Jude Bellingham, particularly since Tchouaméni is still sidelined with an injury, and the left-wing has yet to see Fran Pérez fully establish himself as the ideal full-back. Vinicius Jr should be the main man following his goal against Braga, but if Valencia decides to double up on him, things will be pretty hard to control for Carlo Ancelotti.

Barcelona vs Alavés Main Match Info

Barcelona vs Alavés Match Predictions and Odds

Barcelona’s problems continue as they missed their chance to qualify in Europe, but it should be a pretty straightforward win, with Alavés having won its last game already a month ago. Alavés, currently in fourteenth place, have not demonstrated a high-pressing style but rather a standard mid-block approach. Pedri might get more minutes, so Barcelona is expected to find easy ways to score again. This match could become a confidence booster for the team, a major need at this stage of the season after a dull October month.

Barcelona vs Alavés Betting Tips

Ilkay Gundogan’s comments on the lack of mentality in the team after the Clásico defeat (1-2) made noise all over Spain, and he’s been racking up performances since. With a team that’s playing to Barcelona’s strength, and taking into account Pedri’s return, there are many reasons to believe Ilkay Gundogan will emerge as a leader and could replicate his goal-scoring aptitudes when he crashes late in the box as he used when he played under Pep Guardiola at Manchester City.

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