Celta vs Real Madrid Preview: Real Madrid in poor form + distracted by Champions League clash with Man City, unlikely to secure 3 points away.

At 4:00 AM Beijing time on March 7th, the 27th round of La Liga begins with an early fixture. Real Madrid, preparing for a Champions League match next week, visit Celta, ranked sixth in La Liga, resulting in a top-six battle.

Celta vs Real Madrid, the match highlights are as follows:

First:The situation of both teams! After 26 La Liga rounds, Celta have 10 wins, 10 draws, and 6 losses, accumulating 40 points and sitting sixth. Real Madrid have 19 wins, 3 draws, and 4 losses, with 60 points in second place, trailing leaders Barcelona by a significant 4 points. In the last La Liga round, Celta won 2-1 away at Girona, securing two consecutive league victories; Real Madrid lost 0-1 at home to Getafe, suffering two straight league defeats and displaying poor form.

Second:Real Madrid's poor form + distraction from Champions League clash with Man City makes securing 3 points away difficult! In this top-six clash, Celta hold the home advantage. Real Madrid's recent form has been unstable, particularly with a leaky defense, compounded by their upcoming Champions League Round of 16 first leg against Manchester City at home next week (4:00 AM Beijing time, March 12th). Real Madrid are certain to rotate players and be somewhat distracted. Considering Real Madrid's two consecutive La Liga losses, along with injuries to players like Mbappé, Bellingham, and Rodrygo, a straightforward away victory against Celta is not guaranteed, with the possibility of dropping points. Real Madrid are likely to miss out on the La Liga title this season, and a run of three winless games could start with this match.

In the last six meetings, Celta have 1 win, 1 draw, and 4 losses, being at a disadvantage. However, this season in La Liga, Celta defeated Real Madrid 2-0 away, so Real Madrid seek revenge but are hampered by Champions League distractions and severe squad injuries.

Injury and suspension status for both sides: Celta haveCervi, Durán; Real Madrid haveAlaba, Militão, Ceballos, Bellingham, Rodrygo, Mbappé, Heysen (suspended), Carreras (suspended), Mastantuono (suspended).