Real Madrid vs Girona Prediction, Betting Pick, Latest La Liga Odds for Friday, April 10th
In a pivotal LaLiga encounter, second-placed Real Madrid prepare to host twelfth-placed Girona at the iconic Santiago Bernabéu. The clash, set for Friday 10th April 2026 at 8:00 PM BST, sees the hosts aiming to close the gap on the league leaders, while the visitors look to climb into the top half of the table.
OC Staff - April 10, 2026, 11:00 AM EDT
3 Minute ReadReal Madrid vs Girona: Lineups, Team News and Prediction
In a pivotal LaLiga encounter, second-placed Real Madrid prepare to host twelfth-placed Girona at the iconic Santiago Bernabéu. The clash, set for Friday 10th April 2026 at 8:00 PM BST, sees the hosts aiming to close the gap on the league leaders, while the visitors look to climb into the top half of the table.
Real Madrid vs Girona Form
Real Madrid come into this fixture on the back of a disappointing 2-1 defeat to Bayern in the Champions League, despite playing at home. Their recent league form has been mixed, with their last six LaLiga matches seeing them secure three wins, one draw, and two losses. This includes a 2-1 away loss to Mallorca and a 3-2 home win against Atletico, alongside a dominant 4-1 home victory over Elche. The home side has seen over 2.5 goals scored in six of their last seven LaLiga games, indicating their matches tend to be high-scoring affairs.
Girona also suffered a recent league defeat, falling 1-0 away to Villarreal in their last LaLiga outing. Over their last six league fixtures, the visitors have managed two wins, two draws, and two losses. Notable results include a 1-0 away defeat to Osasuna, a 3-0 home win against Athletic Club, and a 2-2 away draw against Deportivo Alaves. The away side has struggled on the road lately, failing to win any of their last five away matches in all competitions.
Real Madrid vs Girona Head to Head
The most recent encounter between these two sides, played earlier this season in November 2025, ended in a 1-1 draw at Girona's home ground. This result broke a run of four consecutive victories for Real Madrid against Girona.
Looking at their last six meetings, Real Madrid have largely dominated this fixture, securing four wins, one draw, and one loss against Girona. During this period, the visitors have often struggled to find the net against the Spanish giants, failing to score in multiple matches. Real Madrid are currently undefeated in their last five matches against Girona across all competitions.
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Real Madrid vs Girona Probable Lineups
Real Madrid (4-2-3-1):
- GK: Lunin
- DL: García
- DC: Huijsen
- DC: Militão
- DR: Carvajal
- DM: Tchouaméni
- DM: Valverde
- AML: Júnior
- AMC: Bellingham
- AMR: Díaz
- FC: Mbappé
Girona (4-2-3-1):
- GK: Gazzaniga
- DL: Moreno
- DC: Francés
- DC: Reis
- DR: Martínez
- DM: Beltrán
- DM: Witsel
- AML: Ounahi
- AMC: Martín
- AMR: Tsygankov
- FC: Ruiz
Real Madrid vs Girona Team News
Real Madrid face several absences for this crucial match. Thibaut Courtois and Rodrygo remain sidelined with injuries. Ferland Mendy is listed as a doubt, potentially adding to the defensive concerns. Furthermore, Franco Mastantuono will be unavailable due to suspension, though Federico Valverde returns from his own ban, providing a boost in midfield.
Girona also contend with a number of injured players. Juan Carlos, Donny van de Beek, Portu, and Marc-Andre ter Stegen are all confirmed absentees. Defenders Daley Blind and Vladyslav Vanat are also doubts, which could leave the visitors short at the back.
Real Madrid vs Girona Match Facts
- There have been over 2.5 goals scored in 6 of Real Madrid's last 7 games in LaLiga.
- Real Madrid are undefeated in their last 5 matches against Girona in all competitions.
Prediction: Real Madrid 2-1 Girona
Real Madrid enter this match as strong favourites, despite a recent dip in form and a Champions League defeat. Their overall standing as second in LaLiga and their dominant head-to-head record against Girona speak volumes. The hosts boast significant strengths in attacking set pieces, creating chances through individual skill, and finishing scoring opportunities. They also control the game in the opposition's half and attempt through balls often, indicating a proactive offensive approach. With a rating of 6.85, higher possession (59.42%), and more shots per game (17.97) compared to Girona, Real Madrid are expected to dictate play.
Girona, while capable of creating long-shot opportunities, struggle with aerial duels, avoiding individual errors, and defending against attacks down the wings. These weaknesses align perfectly with Real Madrid's strengths, particularly their prowess in attacking set pieces and individual brilliance. The forecast suggests Real Madrid will control the game in the opposition's half, score as a result of an opposition error, and create many scoring chances. Given Girona's poor away form, failing to win in their last five road games, and Real Madrid's determination to rebound from recent setbacks, a home victory seems likely, albeit potentially a hard-fought one against a team that managed to draw with them earlier in the season.
Best Bet: Both Teams to Score – Yes Click here to get the best odds at FanDuel Sportsbook
Given the predicted scoreline of Real Madrid 2-1 Girona, the "Both Teams to Score – Yes" market presents a valuable betting angle. Real Madrid's matches frequently feature over 2.5 goals, with this occurring in six of their last seven LaLiga games. While Girona have struggled to score against Real Madrid in some past meetings, their ability to find the net in the last encounter and their general form this season suggests they can breach the home defence. Real Madrid's defence, despite their quality, has shown some susceptibility, as evidenced by their recent Champions League loss and a weakness in stopping opponents from creating chances. This combination makes both teams scoring a strong possibility.
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