Real Madrid and Sevilla match forecast, odds, and wagering suggestions
Real Madrid's title hopes fade as Barcelona clinch La Liga
Real Madrid's fate in the La Liga title race was all but sealed this week, as Barcelona triumphed against Espanyol to claim the championship, following Madrid's 2-1 victory over Real Mallorca earlier on Wednesday.
Carlo Ancelotti's side will nevertheless strive to finish the season on a high, with Sevilla now officially assured of safety from relegation. With the title out of reach, the focus shifts towards the final matches, with Sevilla and Real Madrid set to square off this weekend.
Sevilla vs Real Madrid betting predictions
On the matter of wagers, Real Madrid is currently favored to win at 7/10 with BetMGM, while a draw at half-time stands at 6/4 with Betfred. Kylian Mbappe is tipped to score any time at 4/5 with bet365.
La Liga predictions: Sevilla vs Real Madrid
Despite their midweek success, Madrid found themselves watching Barcelona secure the championship without a single kick, which leaves their season as something of a disappointment, as, much like the Intercontinental Cup and UEFA Super Cup, the domestic league title does not count among their accomplishments.
Madrid managed a hard-fought win against Real Mallorca, with academy graduate Jacobo Ramon netting the decisive goal in stoppage time. The victory left them mathematically in contention, but with Barcelona already crowned champions, the achievement feels a mere formality.
Coach Carlo Ancelotti was pleased with his side's performance, commending their perseverance and effort. "The team played very well," he said. "They fought a lot, played with a lot of intensity, and it was a totally deserved victory."
Madrid are hemmed in by high standards, and a season without any major silverware can only be seen as a failure. With the title out of reach, the focus now shifts towards the Club World Cup, for which Xabi Alonso will take the reins before replacing Ancelotti at the Estadio Santiago Bernabeu.
As for Sevilla, they managed to secure their place in Spain's top competitive division with a 1-0 victory over Las Palmas last time out. A sense of relief blanketed the Estadio Ramon Sanchez-Pizjuan upon the final whistle, signaling the end to a season to forget.
Looking ahead to their encounter with the title-chasing Real Madrid, however, the Nervionenses will be eager to impress and take advantage of any lapses in form or squad rotation from their opponents.
If history is any indication, Madrid are more likely to emerge victorious. Nevertheless, the possibility of an upset remains, given the circumstances and Sevilla's recent improvement. The predicted scoreline sees Madrid edging out their opponents 1-2.
How to stream Sevilla vs Real Madrid
Location: Estadio Ramon Sanchez-Pizjuan, Seville, Spain.
Date and time: Sunday, 18th May, 6pm.
How to watch: Premier Sports 2, LALIGATV.
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Real Madrid, despite their victory over Real Mallorca, are no longer in contention for the La Liga title following Barcelona's triumph.Football enthusiasts can tune into Premier Sports 2 or LALIGATV to catch the live stream of Sevilla vs Real Madrid on May 18th at the Estadio Ramon Sanchez-Pizjuan.Betting odds favor Real Madrid to win the match, but with Sevilla's recent improvement, an upset is not entirely impossible, predicting a close scoreline of 1-2 in Madrid's favor.
