Leganes vs Real Madrid Predictions

Leganes vs Real Madrid predictions for this Copa del Rey clash. Real Madrid visit Leganés on Wednesday in the Copa del Rey quarter-finals, aiming to secure a semi-final spot in this short-trip Madrid derby. Read on for our free match preview and betting tips.

Copa del Rey | Quarter-Finals | Feb 5, 2025 at 8pm UK at Estadio Municipal de Butarque

Leganes vs Real Madrid Predictions

Can Leganes Pull Off a Shock or Will Real Madrid Cruise to the Semi-Finals?

• Real Madrid’s Away Goal Spree
  • Los Blancos have scored three or more goals in six of their last eight away matches, highlighting their ability to dismantle opposition defences on the road.
• Leganes’ Home Struggles
  • The hosts have lost four of their last five matches at Butarque, with three of those defeats coming by a margin of three goals.
• Madrid’s Copa del Rey Dominance
  • The 20-time Copa del Rey winners secured a 3-0 victory at Leganes in November, showcasing their superiority in this fixture.

Best Bet for Leganes vs Real Madrid

A spot in the Copa del Rey semi-finals is up for grabs as Real Madrid travel across the Spanish capital to take on Leganes in a quarter-final encounter that, on paper, appears heavily tilted in the visitors’ favour. However, as recent cup history has shown, knockout football has a way of defying expectations, and Leganes will be hoping for another one of those nights where the underdog rises.

Real Madrid’s momentum in La Liga took a hit at the weekend, with Espanyol handing them a frustrating 1-0 defeat. It was a game where Los Blancos dominated possession but failed to convert their chances, a rare off-day that has made their title race even tighter, with Atletico Madrid breathing down their necks. Despite that stumble, Carlo Ancelotti’s side remain an attacking force, and with Kylian Mbappé, Vinícius Jr., and Jude Bellingham in their ranks, they will be eager to flex their muscles again and respond emphatically.

Leganes, meanwhile, have navigated their way through this competition with determination, making it to the quarter-finals after overcoming lower-tier opponents. While they secured a morale-boosting win against Atletico Madrid earlier in the competition, their recent form has been shaky. Losing to Rayo Vallecano last time out highlighted their defensive frailties, and with four defeats in their last five home matches, this challenge could prove too steep. Nevertheless, playing at Butarque gives them a sliver of hope, and they will look to frustrate Madrid for as long as possible while capitalising on counter-attacks.

Best Bet for This Match: Real Madrid -1 Handicap

At BettingTips4You.com, we do not flood readers with multiple predictions. Instead, we focus on delivering one carefully selected, high-quality bet per match, ensuring the best possible guidance. For this Copa del Rey quarter-final, our top prediction is Real Madrid -1 Handicap.

There are several reasons why this bet holds great value. First and foremost, Real Madrid’s attacking potency remains one of the most formidable in world football. Despite their defeat to Espanyol, they still created chances and have demonstrated time and again that they know how to dismantle teams that sit deep. In their last eight away matches, they have scored three or more goals on six occasions, which suggests they will be relentless in their approach.

Furthermore, their previous visit to Butarque ended in a comfortable 3-0 win back in November. That result provides a good reference point, as Leganes’ defensive structure has not changed significantly since then. Given that the hosts have lost four of their last five home matches, with three of those defeats coming by a three-goal margin, there is every reason to expect Madrid to control the game and secure another convincing victory.

The tactical setup of this match also plays into Real Madrid’s hands. Leganes are likely to sit back and attempt to absorb pressure, much like Espanyol did, but the difference this time is that Ancelotti’s side will be desperate to make amends. The rotation of the squad could bring in fresher legs, with the likes of Brahim Díaz, Luka Modric, and Ferland Mendy possibly featuring, adding further quality to a team already packed with firepower.

“Madrid’s attacking depth and Leganes’ struggles at home make this an ideal setup for a convincing victory. With a response needed after their weekend setback, expect Los Blancos to dominate and clear the -1 handicap.”
— BettingTips4You.com expert Gerard Gabasa

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