Well its that time of the year where the LA LIGA title race is nearing its climax and unlike previous years which are known for being a "TWO HORSE RACE",this time it has become a "THREE HORSE RACE" .Well yes I mean the other team from madrid ATLETICO MADRID.With them joining the battle for the title of "Champions of LA LIGA" the race is interesting when compared to the previous years. Lets now have a look at how the things currently stand in the LA LIGA TABLE
Well as the table shows us Atletico are looking in pole position to win the race and clinch the title but we can never be sure in football as anything may happen at any time.A team which is on a hot streak may lose suddenly and a team not in form my put out a hot streak so lets wait till the battle is over before concluding our results.
THE PREDICTIONS ON HOW THE BATTLE MAY END
3-FC BARCELONA
This has been a interesting season for barcelona with the arrival of new boss TATA MARTINO.While many barcelona fans have his back his job hangs by the fine line whether he will win the LA LIGA and Copa Del rey as they got knocked out by Atletico in the semi finals of the UEFA champions league.They have won against some teams by big margins like 7-0 while they have lost to some small teams by small margins like 1-0 or 2-1. This shows barca have often had an off day by taking matches against small teams easily.Martino must get his players to focus on the matches remaining and he and his players must give it their all if they have any chance of retaining their title.
Barcelona's Remaining Fixtures in La Liga
-vs Bilbao(Home)
-vs Villarreal(Away)
-vsGetafe(Home)
-vs Elche(Away)
-vs Atletico(Home)
KEY PLAYER-Lionel Messi
Barcelona have dearly missed messi when he was injured but they managed to win games even though they were not convincing.Now that messi is back to full fitness and has already started to score hat-tricks and is challenging rival - Cristiano Ronaldo to finish as the top scorer he must continue to perform at the highest level for barca to win games and retain their title.
2-Real Madrid
Real Madrid too like their rivals Barcelona appointed a new manager Carlo Ancelotti.Well unlike their rivals Barca Real madrid have not lost many games to small teams but they have lost most games against big teams like Barcelona and Atletico.This is a issue that Ancelotti must look into if they want to win the title again.But for now they need to get past the remaining fixtures with all points available in order to have a chance of winning the league.But they need to have some luck as all is not in their hands but it depends on the other matches as well.But they must do all in their hands and win all games remaining and hope for the best.
Real Madrid's remaining fixtures in La Liga
-vs Osasuna(Home)
-vs Valencia(Home)
-vsValladolid(Away)
-vs Celta Vigo(Away)
-vs Espanyol(Home)
KEY PLAYER-Cristiano Ronaldo
The current Ballon d'or holder Cristiano Ronaldo has been in superb form this season.He has the most goals in La Liga leading the scorers chart.He has delivered at almost every game be it a 1-0 win or 5-0 win he has always been on the score sheet.He has combined well with record signing Bale and Benzema and has been ripping open opposition.There are now rumors that Ronaldo is injured and may miss some matches but ancelotti will hope that he recovers quickly and continues his current hot form and help Madrid across the finishing line.
1-Atletico Madrid
Atletico Madrid have lived in the shadows of their neighbors Real Madrid for many years and this may be their year for glory and success they and their fans have long dreamt of achieving . They have won matches against Real Madrid and also have drawn or won against barcelona.They have never let their guard down except for one or two matches and that is impressive for them.The main reason is the coach Diego Simeone who has coached his players to show extreme levels of concentration and skill and games and has molded them into a great team.Atletico have always attacked and defended as a team covering for each other when in need.They need to keep this up and if they do they will win the title as simple as that.
Atletico Madrid's remaining fixtures in La Liga
-vs Elche(Home)
-vs Valencia(Away)
-vs Levante(Away)
-vs Malaga(Home)
-vs Barcelona(Away)
KEY PLAYER-Diego Costa
He has been the main reason for the success of Atletico this season.After the departure of Falcao it looked as if Atletico will struggle to fill in his boots.But Costa clearly had other ideas he has done the job even better than Falcao and is now second in the top scores of La Liga just behind Cristiano Ronaldo.If he can continue scoring goals and keep on leading Atletico he will surely finish with a well deserved medal on his neck at the end.
KEY MATCH- FC BARCELONA vs ATLETICO MADRID
This match may well decide the title and its on the LAST DAY OF THE SEASON!! So this will surely keep us on the edge of our seats till the end and the person who comes out with the 3 crucial points may just go on to clinch the title.Possible outcomes of the title race and favourable results for the teams(Provided all the 3 teams win all their remaining matches)
IF MATCH ENDS IN A DEFEAT FOR BARCELONA-This result is favorable only for Atletico as they already have 3 point gap and if they continue they will easily win the title.
IF THE MATCH ENDS IN A DRAW-This result too is favorable only for Atletico as they will again go on to win the title provided they have won their remaining games before this match
IF THE MATCH ENDS IN A DEFEAT FOR ATLETICO-This result is favorable for Real Madrid if they win all their remaining matches and barcelona win this one they will be crowned champions on the basis of superior goal difference(If they have one at the end).It is also possible Atletico wins it on goal difference!!!
SO THE END IS NEARING TO YET ANOTHER LA LIGA SEASON AND THIS ONE DOES NOT HAVE A CERTAINTY AND THE DRAMA WILL CONTINUE TILL THE END OF THE LAST MATCH! SO LETS HOPE OUR FAVORITE TEAMS WIN AND LETS ENJOY THE REMAINING ACTION!!
HOW WILL IT END??NO ONE KNOWS......