The best way to bet on La Liga

Spanish football is one of the top leagues in Europe. At the turn of the last decade, Real Madrid and Barcelona, the two titans of Spanish football, enjoyed great success in the UEFA Champions League. Atlético Madrid also reached a Champions League Final and played a pivotal part in the dominance of Spanish football during this period. However, they came up short in the 2014 final against their local rivals, Real Madrid.

It looks like another two-horse race between Spanish football's biggest two clubs. La Liga predictions vary wildly, and other than people making their choice for Real Madrid or Barcelona for the title, the rest of the league positions are wide open. This is reflected in the bookmakers' odds.

This doesn't just include outright bets on the outcome of the league, either. You can bet on individual games in La Liga and other Spanish football markets, including domestic trophies such as the Copa del Rey.

If you're looking to bet on any football market, not just Spanish football, look at some of the statistics regarding the fixture you're looking to bet on. These include:

• Each team's league position.
• The head-to-head record.
• Any key injuries on either team that could affect the outcome of the result.
• Other factors, such as team sickness.
• Home advantage.
• Momentum – if a team is coming off the back of a couple of victories, for instance.

There are other variables that you can factor in, too, and the best way to prepare for this type of market is to make sure you use established sources and journalists to compile your research.

It also helps to watch La Liga, even when you aren't placing a bet. We know that betting on a football game can make it a much more exciting event. However, watching as much football as possible is the best way to get a feel for how a team plays and whether they'd shape up well against another team in the division.

If you want to gamble, you must remember to keep it fun and only gamble with money you can afford to lose. If you end up in a position where you are gambling in frustration or you are chasing losses, speak to somebody and get help.

If you're looking for a style of bet, beginners will usually bet on a single game instead of an accumulation of games that are much more difficult to predict.

Real Madrid had one of their best seasons for years last year. Carlo Ancelotti’s men, despite trailing in the league behind Barcelona, are still favorites to lift the La Liga title this season. Barcelona is having a resurgent season and they have signed Polish superstar Robert Lewandowski, who is showing why he is considered one of the greatest strikers of all time.

Journalists are still undecided, though. Despite the marginal favor with the bookmakers, Real Madrid is an ageing team. They have a team packed with legends of the game and they are proven winners who know how to get the job done over the season. On blog posts, many sports writers, journalists and Spanish football fans have all picked Ancelotti's men to lift the title this season.

Having a World Cup in the middle of a football season is an unusual step. It could tire the players out, and whoever feels the fatigue the most could be the one who gradually fades away from the pace when it gets towards the business end of the La Liga campaign.

Alongside the Premier League, La Liga is one of the most-watched club football competitions anywhere in the world. The Barcelona team of 2011 was considered one of the great football teams of all time. Likewise, Zinedine Zidane managed Real Madrid to three successive Champions Leagues between 2016 and 2018.

La Liga has retained dominance as one of the top leagues in Europe for several years, thanks to the success of Spanish teams in European competitions. Barcelona and Real Madrid have 19 Champions Leagues to their name.

Conclusion

To recap, the best way to bet on La Liga is to focus on the teams you know well, study form and only gamble with money you can afford to lose.

Try and avoid accumulation bets unless you are confident of the outcome. Always use a reputable provider, and don't chase your losses. This ensures that your venture into La Liga betting stays fun and adds further excitement when you sit down to watch some of the fixtures.