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There are just four matchdays left in the LaLiga this season, with attention focused elsewhere after Barcelona wrapped up the title.
FC Barcelona have been crowned the champions of LaLiga for the 2022/2023 season.
The Catalans sealed the title last Sunday after a six-goal thriller against Espanyol in the Catalan derby.
Xavi Hernandez and his boys overcame their city rivals 4-2 to dethrone bitter rivals Real Madrid.
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12:33 - 19.05.2023
LaLiga preview and betting tips for game week 35
This weekend sees the continuation of the LaLiga games, and there are some intriguing options and fixtures to watch out for.
But while Barca have wrapped up the title, there is still a lot to play for with four matches to go.
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Here are four reasons why you should follow the LaLiga this season.
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10:27 - 17.05.2023
7 months after leaving Nigeria, Babatunde makes LaLiga debut for Real Valladolid
Less than a year after he left non-league side Valiant FC in Nigeria, 20-year-old Akinsola Babatunde Jimoh lived the dream in the LaLiga against Manchester United slayers Sevilla.
Sevilla vs Real Betis - El Gran Derbi
The battle for European football will heat this weekend with the El Gran Derbi the peak of the pack.
Europa League giant Sevilla will go head-to-head with Real Betis as both clubs continue to push for a place in Europe.
This game is slated for Sunday night with the city of Seville to be agog as these two rivals clash.
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Betis are currently sixth on the log while Sevilla are four players further down the table.
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12:06 - 19.05.2023
Newcastle to smash transfer record for Barcelona star with Champions League qualification close
Newcastle are reportedly willing to push ahead with a move for Barcelona's Brazilian winger ahead of potential Champions League football next season.
But with other teams breathing down the Betis’ neck in the run-in, this particular match is important for both sides and most especially as this is a derby.
Expect an explosive battle in the city of Seville.
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10:37 - 19.05.2023
Pep Guardiola sends warning to Jack Grealish after Man City claim
Jack Grealish was in bullish mood after Man City's 4-0 win over Real Madrid in the second leg of the Champions League semi-final but Pep Guardiola has fired back at the winger to remain cautious.
Barcelona title party and Umar Sadiq return
Barcelona will return to the Spotify Camp Nou for the first time since they sealed the LaLiga title.
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Barca defeated Espanyol 4-2 last Sunday to wrap things up and will return home to celebrate with their fans.
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18:20 - 28.04.2023
5 things to expect from the LaLiga this weekend — Preview
What will happen when bitter rivals, Barcelona and Real Madrid return to LaLiga this weekend after the disaster class against Rayo Vallecano and Castellanos?
The Catalans will be in a party mood but will also want to celebrate when they welcome a tricky Real Sociedad side.
Sociedad could turn out to be party spoilers with Super Eagles star Umar Sadiq set to return.
Sadiq could be in the matchday squad and get some minutes for the first time since September 11, 2022.
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Relegation dogfight
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22:09 - 15.04.2023
Real Madrid overpower Cadiz in close encounter
Real Madrid beat Cadiz at home to ensure they end the gameweek in second place.
The matchday starts at Andalusia with an important relegation fight between Cadiz and Babatunde Akinsola's Real Valladolid.
These two clubs are deep in the danger zone and are looking to escape in what is a crucial relegation head-to-head.
The teams are currently 16th and 17th on the table, with just a point separating both clubs on the table and from the red zone.
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06:45 - 17.05.2023
Xavi tells 4 Barcelona stars to leave the club as Messi return edges closer
Barcelona continue to make plans to facilitate the return of Lionel Messi and certain players have been told they will not be in the club's thinking next season.
This fixture also takes a special place given that manager of the home side, Sergio Gonzalez, used to manage their visitors Valladolid.
European rat race
Finally, it’s the race for Europe again, this time, with another Nigeria Super Eagles forward Samuel Chukwueze involved.
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Chukwueze and his Villarreal side chasing Champions League football are in for a difficult after as they travel to Girona.
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20:34 - 03.05.2023
Chukwueze quiet as Villarreal and Valencia share derby spoils
Valencia and Villarreal played out a dramatic 1-1 draw but Super Eagles' Samuel Chukwueze was notably quiet during the game
The Yellow Submarines are fifth, five points away from the final Champions League spot while Girona are also looking to make it to Europe with the club seventh.
Athletic Club and Osasuna are two sides in the European rat race looking to improve their chances.
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09:25 - 17.05.2023
Nigerian striker Umar makes return from lengthy injury, set to reclaim place in Super Eagles
Sadiq Umar has finally returned to training with Real Sociedad after a spending most of the season recovering from a knee injury.
Athletic take on Celta Vigo at home while Osasuna have a difficult trip to Atletico Madrid.
Here is a look at the full fixtures in an action-packed weekend in the LaLiga.
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