Spain Preview – Week 34
Celta Vigo has claimed the Infinity Cup from Villarreal last round, but they now face a tough challenge in the form of Real Madrid. The Spanish giants have won their last 10 meetings with Celta across all competitions, making this a particularly difficult test for the Cupholders.
The last time these two sides met in a Copa del Rey clash, it ended 2-2 before Real Madrid triumphed 5-2 after extra time. Celta will need a strong performance to hold onto the Infinity Cup and prevent another defeat to Madrid.
Real Madrid’s Past with the Infinity Cup
Real Madrid was the first holder of the Infinity Cup in the current season, claiming it in round 1. They held it for many weeks, until they lost the Cup to Barcelona in round 10. In round 16, they had a chance to reclaim it, but they were defeated 2-1 by cupholder Athletic Bilbao.
Earlier this season, in week 10, the match between Real Madrid and Celta Vigo was also a Cupholder match, with Real Madrid holding the trophy at that time. Madrid won that encounter 1-2, adding to their dominance over Celta.
Celta Vigo’s Path to the Cup
Besides the chance against Madrid, Celta had their second chance at the cup in week 20, but like Madrid earlier, they failed to take the cup from Athletic Bilbao.
However, Celta’s position is promising if they can hold on through this round. Should they manage to survive Real Madrid’s challenge, the rest of their season seems more manageable, as they will only face lower-ranked teams. This would not only give Celta a good shot at keeping it to the end of the season, but it could also lead to a surprise winner of the Infinity Cup, emphasizing the unpredictability of this competition.
Looking Ahead
The stakes are high not just for Celta Vigo, but for fans across Spain. Many will be hoping for a Real Madrid victory, as it would set up a highly anticipated El Clásico in the next Infinity Cup holder match. With the historic rivalry between Madrid and Barcelona, this could add an extra layer of excitement to the competition.
On the other hand, Sevilla fans, with their own aspirations in the league, will be cheering for Celta’s survival.
The Infinity Cup is a new, exciting, and unique twist on sports competition! More information about the Infinity Cup can be found here.
