FC Barcelona is aiming to clinch the title in the classic match against their arch-rivals.
LaLiga EA Sports is approaching its anticipated finale, and the title race is all but decided. With just four matchdays remaining, FC Barcelona holds an 11-point lead over Real Madrid, putting Hansi Flick’s team on the verge of the championship. However, they still need to secure it mathematically.
The 12 points still up for grabs mean Real Madrid technically has a chance—however slim—to pull off a major upset. Interestingly, the first potential title-clinching opportunity depends solely on the white-shirted side. Sunday’s classic takes on even more significance as it could be the match that decides LaLiga. Barcelona has the chance to lift the trophy against their historic rival, who will do everything possible to delay the celebrations.
Pedri and Eric Garcia alongside Jude Bellingham in the league classic against Real Madrid at the Santiago Bernabéu.
What does Barcelona need to win LaLiga against Real Madrid?
To celebrate the league title in the next round, the Blaugrana side is in a very favorable position thanks to their 11-point advantage over their main rival. A win or a draw would be enough for Barcelona, but a defeat would keep Real Madrid’s hopes alive and potentially give them the head-to-head advantage.
It’s worth noting that Real Madrid won the first-leg classic 2-1, so Barcelona would need to win by two goals or more to claim the head-to-head tiebreaker. In case of victory, Barça would move 14 points clear of Real Madrid; with a draw, the gap would be 11 points. Both scenarios would leave Real Madrid with no chance, as only 9 points would remain. Therefore, Álvaro Arbeloa’s side must win to keep their slim title hopes alive.
