It is time for the much-awaited 'El Clasico' fixture again. The fiercely contested derby between arch-rivals and Spanish giants Barcelona and Real Madrid this time assumes greater significance as the winner of the match can go to the top of La Liga 2023-24 points table. The Carlo Ancelotti-coached Real Madrid currently hold the first position in La Liga with 25 points from 10 games, followed by Girona, who have the exact same tally but are second on the table on goal difference. (Football News)
Xavi Hernandez’s Barcelona, who are on an unbeaten run this season, are in third place with 24 points. With Girona taking on Celta Vigo earlier in the day, the road to the top of the La Liga table could be open for both Barcelona and Real Madrid before the El Clasico kicks off.
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English youngster Jude Bellingham’s El Clasico debut will be a big point of attraction in the game. Bellingham has been doing a superb job for Real ever since he signed for them this summer and already has 11 goals and three assists for the titan.
On the other hand, Barcelona face an injury crisis. Key players like Raphinha and Frenkie de Jong are doubtful for Saturday’s match and so is midfielder Pedri Gonzalez. While all three of them, along with leading goal-scorer Robert Lewandowksi and defender Jules Kounde returned to training on Friday, it remains to be seen who all will make their way into the line-up for the all-important clash.
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Xavi expectedly chose to keep his cards close to his chest ahead of the game. “I will play my best players, those that are 100% ready. We cannot make a mistake and play someone who is not 100%. They all want to play, but my staff won't take any risks,” he said.
Here is all you need to know about the La Liga game between Barcelona and Real Madrid:
When will the La Liga match between Barcelona and Real Madrid be played?
The La Liga match between Barcelona and Real Madrid will be played on Saturday, October 28 at 7:45pm IST.
Where will the La Liga match between Barcelona and Real Madrid be played?
The match between Barcelona and Real Madrid will be played at the Lluis Companys Olympic Stadium in Barcelona, Spain.
Which TV channel will broadcast the match?
The match will be telecast live on the Sports 18 and Sports 18 HD TV channels in India.
Where will the match be live streamed?
The match will be live streamed on the Voot and Jio Cinema app and website.
