La Liga - Round 9 -Score Predictions & Best Bets

Round 9 brings another exciting slate of La Liga fixtures as the season begins to take shape. The heavyweights are aiming to solidify their positions near the top, while several mid-table clashes promise tight and unpredictable battles. Here’s a look at all the matchups, with predicted scores and best bet suggestions based on current form and tactical trends.

Real Oviedo vs RCD Espanyol

Oviedo’s home crowd will push them on, but Espanyol’s quality and balance should show over 90 minutes.

Predicted score: Real Oviedo 0 – 2 RCD Espanyol

Best bet: Espanyol to win

Sevilla vs Mallorca

Sevilla are regaining rhythm and look confident at home. Mallorca can threaten on counters but remain inconsistent away.

Predicted score: Sevilla 2 – 1 Mallorca

Best bet: Sevilla to win + Both teams to score

Barcelona vs Girona

Barcelona will control possession even with a few injuries, while Girona’s resilience might only delay the inevitable.

Predicted score: Barcelona 2 – 0 Girona

Best bet: Barcelona to win to nil

Villarreal vs Real Betis

Expect an open, entertaining match — both sides like to attack and leave space behind.

Predicted score: Villarreal 2 – 1 Real Betis

Best bet: Over 2.5 goals + Both teams to score

Atlético Madrid vs Osasuna

Atleti’s defensive strength at home should be too much for Osasuna to break through.

Predicted score: Atlético Madrid 2 – 0 Osasuna

Best bet: Atlético to win to nil

Elche vs Athletic Club

Athletic’s pace and pressing will cause issues for Elche, who often struggle against high-energy sides.

Predicted score: Elche 1 – 2 Athletic Club

Best bet: Athletic to win + Both teams to score

Celta Vigo vs Real Sociedad

A balanced matchup where both teams have attacking flair; this one could go either way.

Predicted score: Celta Vigo 1 – 1 Real Sociedad

Best bet: Both teams to score

Levante vs Rayo Vallecano

Levante’s defense remains vulnerable; Rayo’s intensity and away form give them a slight edge.

Predicted score: Levante 1 – 2 Rayo Vallecano

Best bet: Rayo to win + Over 2.5 goals

Getafe vs Real Madrid

Real Madrid’s attack should dominate, though Getafe will make them work hard early.

Predicted score: Getafe 0 – 3 Real Madrid

Best bet: Real Madrid to win + Over 2.5 goals

Deportivo Alavés vs Valencia

Valencia have sharper finishers and should edge it, though Alavés will fight hard at home.

Predicted score: Alavés 0 – 2 Valencia

Best bet: Valencia to win to nil

Final Thoughts

Round 9 presents strong opportunities for the league’s top sides to assert control. Real Madrid and Barcelona remain safe options, while games like Villarreal vs Betis and Celta vs Sociedad hold value in the both teams to score market. Keep an eye on team news before kickoff, especially injuries and rotations, to catch value before the odds shift.