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Real Madrid v Racing Santander Spanish Primera La Liga Match Preview

Thursday November 19, 2009
Tags: Real Madrid, Racing Santander, Spanish Primera La Liga
Fans around the world may still be controlled by the thrill, the joy, the tears, and all the emotions in which they went through during the international break that was marked by a few all-important World Cup play-off matches around the planet.

Real Madrid's Lassana Diarra tries to dribble past one of Racing Santander's defenders during a La Liga matchBut in Spain, a country that has already secured its passage for South Africa 2010, the focus will solely be on the return of the exciting Spanish Primera La Liga.

In the capital on Saturday evening, all eyes will turn to the action that will take place at the Santiago Bernabeu as Real Madrid host Racing Santander.

The much-anticipated return of the formerly-injured Cristiano Ronaldo and the awkward condition in which Racing Santander find themselves are two things that promise to give another tone to this upcoming interesting encounter…

Today, Live Soccer TV’s Angela Asante statistically assesses both teams ahead of Saturday, November 21st.

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Athletic Bilbao vs FC Barcelona – La Liga Match Preview

Wednesday November 18, 2009
Tags: Athletic Bilbao, FC Barcelona, La Liga
A hard moment filled with international matches might have certainly weakened the majority of players from top European leagues, but surely, both Athletic Bilbao and FC Barcelona will have to put their exhaustion aside when they face each other at the San Mames stadium on Saturday.
Stories from the past

Thierry Henry and Zlatan Ibrahimovic with their medals after beating Athletic Bilbao in the Spanish Super CupThe two sides met on several occasions out of the Spanish League competition, but unquestionably, their most entertaining meetings took place this year, as both sides met in the Copa del Rey final, and then went on to decide the Spanish Super Cup title.

In all, Barcelona were definitely the conquerors, humiliating the Basques 4-1 at the Mestalla stadium to clinch their first domestic cup last season, and enjoying an aggregate 5-1 score line later on in the Super Cup.

Of course, these facts prove how well the defending Spanish League champions have often managed to come out on top of Athletic Bilbao.

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FC Barcelona vs Mallorca – La Liga Match Preview

Wednesday November 4, 2009
Tags: FC Barcelona, Mallorca, La Liga
A 1-1 draw away from home to Osasuna last week cost Barcelona two precious points, but a win at home this weekend against Mallorca will be enough for them to keep their lead at the top of the La Liga table.
Not the time to relax

FC Barcelona's players during their training sessionThe league leaders’ crushing 6-1 victory against Real Zaragoza at the Camp Nou made many fans believe that the Catalans were back on track for good, as they had previously failed to get a win in two consecutive games.

Well, after such a brilliant result, it didn’t really look like things were at their very best for the Blaugrana, following a disappointing draw to Osasuna trough a late Gerard Pique own goal.

Barcelona still have more time ahead of them to strengthen their foundation, but it is clear that this weekend’s game at home to Real Mallorca will be a glorious chance for them to prove themselves again in front of their own fans.

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Atletico Madrid v Real Madrid Spanish Primera La Liga Match Preview

Tuesday November 3, 2009
Tags: Atletico Madrid, Real Madrid, Spanish Primer Liga
There will be another derby in the Spanish capital on Saturday in the Spanish Primera Liga as second-placed Real Madrid travel to local rivals Atletico Madrid.

Atletico Madrid players run onto the sidelines in celebration at the Vicente Calderon stadiumLSTV’s writer, Angela Asante, takes her time to preview this big clash by providing necessary facts and analyzing a few points…

Atletico Madrid facts

Atletico Madrid are third from bottom above Malaga and Xerez and they are on 7 points.

They are unbeaten at home, but they’ve also won only once this season. That was against Real Zaragoza back in October at the Vicente Calderon stadium.

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Osasuna vs Barcelona – La Liga Match Preview

Wednesday October 28, 2009
Tags: Osasuna, Barcelona, La Liga
Subsequent to their wonderful 6-1 home victory against Racing Santander last weekend, Barcelona have finally proved that they are back at their very best. Looking back at their achievement this season, the Catalans have a pretty good record away from home, so what will be next when they travel away to the Estadio Reyno de Navarra to face Osasuna on Saturday?
The Same Old Story?

Xavi Hernandez, Zlatan Ibrahimovic, and Seydou Keita celebrating a goal as Barcelona destroyed Real Zaragoza 6-1.Usually, when FC Barcelona prepare to meet a side in the Spanish League, soccer fans tend to place the Blaugrana as the favorites to win the game. This is certainly because of their ability to humble great and small sides alike, but then, there is no doubt that expectations don’t always get realized.

Surely, the Barcelona coach Pep Guardiola is aware of this fact; and as a result, making additional efforts is always his number one solution.

So far in La Liga this season, the reigning title holders have scored 8 goals and conceded only one away from home. This is definitely the evidence of their strength in attack, and remembering the amazing show they gave their fans at the Camp Nou last week when they hosted Racing Santander, one might conclude that this weekend’s match at the Estadio Reyno de Navarra between Barcelona and Osasuna will end up commonly, with Barcelona stealing the spotlight.

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Real Madrid v Getafe Spanish Primera Liga Match Preview

Tuesday October 27, 2009
Tags: Real Madrid, Getafe, Spanish Primera La Liga
It couldn't have come at a better time! Getafe visit the Santiago Bernabeu stadium on Saturday evening for a crunch Madrid derby against Manuel Pellegrini’s Los Blancos.
Real Madrid v Getafe, Real Madrid's Higuain over excited after scoring a goal against the rivalsReal Madrid analysis

A defeat against Sevilla followed by a victory over Valladolid (somehow tarnished by unnecessary defensive mistakes), and then an unconvincing and controversial goalless draw against Sporting Gijon describe the inconsistent run on which Real Madrid are walking at the moment.

The Spanish giants started the season well, but after only eight match-days, pressure is already hitting them hard in the face.

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Sporting Gijon v Real Madrid Spanish Primera La Liga Match Preview

Thursday October 22, 2009
Tags: Real Madrid, Sporting Gijon, Spanish Primera La Liga
The fact that Sporting Gijon are a former second division side doesn’t put less importance on the fixture that will come up this weekend.

Sporting Gijon's players celebrate their victory over Mallorca in La LigaMidweek losers Real Madrid travel to Sporting Gijon later on as La Liga resumes on Saturday.

Los Blancos are looking forward to recovering from their patchy performances which saw them lose 3-2 to AC Milan at the Santiago Bernabeu in the Champions League on Wednesday…

Sporting Gijon Analysis

Bad results against Barcelona (on match-day 1) and Osasuna (late in September) thought to have discouraged Gijon.

In reality, it perhaps gave them good lessons and experiences to rely on.

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FC Barcelona vs Real Zaragoza – La Liga Match Preview

Wednesday October 21, 2009
Tags: FC Barcelona, Real Zaragoza, La Liga
FC Barcelona have now gone two games without a win after failing to get victories against Valencia and Rubin Kazan in the league and the Champions League.

Barcelona's Zlatan Ibrahimovic fed up of being contained by his opponentsThis is indeed surprising for a team as wonderful as Barcelona, who had established a 100% record in La Liga earlier on with 18 points out of six 6 games. Nonetheless, they might probably get the chance to redeem themselves on Sunday when they host 13th place Real Zaragoza at the Camp Nou.

Not Easy to get back on track

There is no doubt most Barca fans believe that their side will be able to humble Zaragoza in other to remain at the top of the Spanish League table. For sure, it could be an easy encounter for Pep Guardiola’s team, but the fact that the Blaugrana could feel under pressure due to their reduced lead at the top of the standings could affect Sunday’s game’s result.

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Real Madrid v Valladolid Spanish Primera La Liga Match Preview

Thursday October 15, 2009
Tags: Real Madrid, Valladolid, Spanish Primera La Liga
After a thrilling week of international football marked by celebrations, relief, and tears, club football returns in Europe.

In Spain, Real Madrid host Valladolid at the Santiago Bernabeu and Manuel Pellegrini’s men will be keen to bounce back from the 2-1 defeat which they suffered in the hands of Sevilla before the international break.

Lass Diarra back but six players to be missing

Los Blancos will have to deal with the absence of the phenomenal Cristiano Ronaldo. The Portuguese winger, who featured for his country against Hungary, is set to spend up to one month on the sidelines.

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Valencia vs FC Barcelona – La Liga Match Preview

Wednesday October 14, 2009
Tags: Valencia, FC Barcelona, La Liga, Spanish League table
Barcelona regained the first position in the Spanish League table after Real Madrid lost away to Sevilla, but their control at the top will once again be questioned when they travel to the Estadio Mestalla on Saturday to face Valencia.
Valencia fighting for a place in the top four

The Spanish club VCF is currently occupying the fifth place in the standings, and mathematically, even a win at home against leaders Barcelona will not automatically guarantee them a place in the top four places of the table.

With two giants preparing to meet each other, there is no doubt the game will get a lot of attention. Hence, a special outcome could take place, but a disappointing display from both sides could also reduce the excitement towards the big match.

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