Rabat – Real Madrid visit Girona’s Estadi Montilivi tonight, los blancos sit third in La Liga with one game in hand. A win would move them back to the top of the table with one point ahead of Barcelona.
Girona, sitting 18th in the relegation zone, needs points to escape danger. A win would strengthen Madrid’s title push, while Girona are desperate to improve their position.
Match Details:
- Fixture: Girona vs Real Madrid
- Competition: Spanish La Liga (Matchday 14)
- Venue: Estadi Montilivi, Girona (Sunday)
- Date: Nov 30, 2025 (9:00 p.m. CET)
- How to Watch: beIN Sports 1 (MENA), ESPN+/ESPN Deportes (USA), FuboTV,
Real Madrid Team News
Injuries/Suspensions: Real Madrid have almost a full squad. Dani Carvajal is still out with a knee injury.
Defender Dean Huijsen is doubtful with groin discomfort. David Alaba missed part of training due to a muscle issue.
Returns/Doubts: Thibaut Courtois is back in goal after illness. Jude Bellingham has recovered from a knock and is expected to start. Rudiger and Militão are available in defense. No new suspensions.
Recent Form: Real are unbeaten in their last six league games (four wins, two draws). They beat Valencia 4–0 and Barcelona 2–1, but dropped points in away draws against Rayo (0–0) and Elche (2–2).
The team scores freely, averaging nearly three goals in wins, but has slipped in tight matches.
Key Players: Kylian Mbappe leads the attack with 13 league goals. Vinícius Jr. adds pace and creativity on the left. Jude Bellingham will control the midfield now that he is fit.
Real Madrid Likely XI: Courtois; Alexander-Arnold, Militão, Tchouaméni, Carreras; Güler, Camavinga, Valverde; Bellingham; Mbappé, Vinícius
Girona Team News
Injuries/Suspensions: Girona are hit by injuries. Christian Portu and Juanpe are long-term absentees with knee problems. Donny van de Beek (Achilles) and Daley Blind (back) are also out.
Other missing players include goalkeeper Juan Carlos (knee), Alejandro Frances (ankle), Thomas Lemar (foot), and David López (hamstring). No suspensions.
Recent Form: Girona have won only 2 of 14 league games (2 wins, 2 draws, 10 losses) and sit 18th.
They managed a 1–0 win over Alavés and a 1–1 draw at Real Betis, but overall, they have the worst defensive record in La Liga.
Key Players: With three goals each, Vladyslav Vanat and veteran Cristhian Stuani are the team’s main threats. Viktor Tsygankov and Azzedine Ounahi (if fit) provide creativity in midfield.
Girona Likely XI: Gazzaniga; Rincón, Martínez, Reis, Moreno; Martín, Witsel; Tsygankov, Ounahi, Gil; Vanat
What to Expect
Real Madrid go into the match as clear favorites. Under Xabi Alonso, they are expected to control possession and attack constantly.
With Mbappé and Vinicius in strong form, Madrid’s attack is one of the best in Europe. Girona will likely defend deep and look for counterattacks, but their weakened defense has struggled against strong opponents.
Madrid have won four of the last five meetings with Girona, scoring 12 goals without conceding. Alonso made it clear before the game: “We need a win to keep adding three more points.”
Girona’s home results have been inconsistent, and they have not beaten Madrid since 2019. Their best chance is to surprise with set-pieces or produce a rare upset, but the odds favor Madrid.
Past league games show Madrid’s defense has usually shut Girona out, and they are expected to do so again. With better attack and midfield quality, Madrid should find a way through.
Safe Bets
Both Teams to Score – Yes: Real have conceded in recent matches, and Girona usually manage at least one goal. Both sides scoring looks likely.
Over 2.5 Goals: Real’s matches are often high-scoring, and Girona concedes many goals. Three or more goals in the game is very possible.
Kylian Mbappé to Score: Mbappe is La Liga’s top scorer with 13 goals and has been scoring regularly.
Final prediction: Real Madrid 4–1 Girona.
