Valencia hosting Barcelona is the clear standout fixture in this weekend’s round of La Liga action. It was away from home that Ernesto Valverde’s stock plummeted, which makes this a significant early test for Quique Setien. Just when Albert Celades seemed to be getting Valencia back on track, they put in one of their worst performances of the season in the thrashing at Mallorca. Hence, the expectation to rebound will be high at the Mestalla. Other than the big game, this weekend’s La Liga matchups don’t have much of a story within themselves, but there are implications in all the significant races. Time to make picks.
Round 21 Picks
Osasuna 1 Levante 0
Espanyol 2 Athletic 1
Valencia 1 Barca 1
Alaves 1 Villarreal 2
Sevilla 2 Granada 0
Atletico 1 Leganes 1
Celta 2 Eibar 0
Getafe 2 Betis 1
La Real 2 Mallorca 0
Valladolid 1 Real 3
Season Score - 7/20