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<1>Real Madrid vs Levante

<10>Since the Spanish Super Cup, Real Madrid have been going through a very difficult period, both on the pitch and internally. After the defeat to Barcelona, Alonso was dismissed due to poor results and dressing-room issues. The new head coach, Avello, was then knocked out of the Copa del Rey in his very first match against a Segunda División side. As a result, Madrid’s confidence and momentum are at rock bottom.

From a squad perspective, Mbappé is expected to be available, while Díaz remains on international duty and Rodrygo is sidelined. Offensively and in midfield, the impact is limited thanks to the sheer individual quality of players like Mbappé, Vinícius, Bellingham, García and Valverde. Defensively, Alexander-Arnold and Militão are still unavailable, but Rüdiger is likely to return, which should bring some much-needed stability at the back.

Given the current situation, the entire squad is desperate for a convincing win to lift morale. This is not a game where Madrid can afford to switch off — the motivation and attitude should be fully there.

Levante’s primary objective this season is survival. There are no major absences in their attacking and midfield lines, but the defence is a real concern. Elgezabal is out, Rey remains doubtful, and both García and Panbin are expected to miss the game. As a result, several academy players have been called up for the matchday squad. In their current state, it’s very hard to see Levante competing with Real Madrid.

Prediction: Real Madrid -2 Asian Handicap or Over 3 Goals

RB Leipzig vs Bayern Munich

RB Leipzig currently sit third in the Bundesliga, but despite this being a direct matchup, there is still a 15-point gap between the two sides. Leipzig have been excellent at home, posting a 7-win, 1-loss record and showing real dominance on their own ground. In their last home match, they bounced back with a solid 2–0 win over Freiburg, ending a two-game losing streak.

Bayern Munich, meanwhile, remain top of the table with a clear lead. Their away form is equally impressive, unbeaten on the road with 7 wins and 1 draw, including a 3–1 away victory over Cologne last time out. Bayern are currently on a four-game winning run and look sharp both offensively and defensively.

Prediction: Both Teams to Score (BTTS)

Udinese vs Inter Milan

The home side have three clear positives heading into this match. First, Udinese are celebrating the 10th anniversary of the Dacia Arena, with a series of pre-match events planned. The game is sold out, with around 20,000 fans expected, creating a strong home atmosphere.

Second, Udinese are unbeaten in their last three home matches, including a 1–0 win over last season’s champions Napoli, a 1–1 draw with Lazio, and a 2–2 draw against Pisa in their most recent home fixture.

Third, Udinese actually beat Inter Milan away in the reverse fixture earlier this season.

Despite all these factors working in Udinese’s favour, the bookmakers have shown strong support for Inter Milan. The market is clearly fading the home side, even though Inter have a Champions League match coming up next week and are dealing with more injuries than Udinese themselves.

Under these circumstances, I’m backing Inter Milan to get the job done on the road.

Prediction: Away Win

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