Elche and Real Madrid meet in a La Liga tie on Sunday 23rd November 2025 at 20:00 GMT. Find predictions, stats and betting tips for the La Liga fixture below in this match preview.
| Match Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Competition | La Liga |
| Matchday | 13 |
| Date | Sunday 23 November 2025 |
| Kick-off Time | 20:00 GMT |
| Venue | Estadio Manuel Martínez Valero |
| Broadcast | La Liga TV (UK), Premier Sports |
| Market | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Full-Time Result | Real Madrid Win | ★★★★★ |
| Correct Score | 0-2 Real Madrid | ★★★★☆ |
| Both Teams to Score | No | ★★★★☆ |
| Over/Under 2.5 Goals | Under 2.5 | ★★★☆☆ |
Analysis: Real Madrid have kept 6 clean sheets in 12 matches this season, conceding less than a goal per game (10 goals in 12). Elche, meanwhile, have scored just 13 in the same period and have failed to score in 2 of their last 3 meetings with Madrid. Real’s defensive solidity, combined with Elche’s modest offensive output, makes the even money available for ‘No’ on BTTS a strong value selection.
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Analysis: Kylian Mbappé is La Liga’s leading scorer with 13 goals from 12 appearances, converting chances at a clinical rate (13 goals from an xG of just 5.32). He also boasts 41.38% shot accuracy and plays in a Madrid side that creates the most big chances in the division (25 this season). Against an Elche defence conceding over a goal per game, Mbappé remains the standout candidate for goals.
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Real Madrid top La Liga with 31 points from 12 matches (W10, D1, L1), scoring 26 and conceding only 10. Their win rate is an imposing 83%, and they have averaged just over 2 goals per game. Elche, meanwhile, sit 11th, having won just 3 of their 12 matches, drawing 6 and losing 3. Their tally of 13 goals scored versus 14 conceded reflects a side struggling to convert possession into clear scoring opportunities.
Madrid’s recent form is especially strong, with 4 wins and a draw from their last 5 matches, while Elche have drawn 4 of their last 6 and are winless in their previous 3 outings. Notably, Elche’s matches tend to be tight, but they have only kept 3 clean sheets all season.
Elche typically set up in a compact 4-4-2 or 4-2-3-1, focusing on ball retention (averaging 59.3% possession) and short passing (87.05% pass accuracy). However, their lack of penetration in the final third is evident: just 16 big chances created and only 9 converted. Expect them to focus on defensive organisation and look to counter-attack, while also trying to stifle Real’s creative midfielders.
Real Madrid favour an attacking 4-3-3, pressing high and exploiting transitions. They average 60.3% possession and a pass accuracy of 89.27%, reflecting their technical superiority. Madrid’s tactical approach focuses on quick ball progression and overloading wide areas, with Mbappé and Vinícius Júnior stretching defences and creating space for supporting midfield runners.
| Statistic | Elche | Real Madrid |
|---|---|---|
| League Position | 11th | 1st |
| Goals Scored | 13 | 26 |
| Goals Conceded | 14 | 10 |
| xG (Expected Goals) | 14.16 | 27.3 |
| xGA (Expected Goals Against) | 15.1 | 13.0 |
| Date | Result | Competition |
|---|---|---|
| 15 Feb 2023 | Real Madrid 4-0 Elche | La Liga |
| 19 Oct 2022 | Elche 0-3 Real Madrid | La Liga |
| 23 Jan 2022 | Real Madrid 2-2 Elche | La Liga |
| 30 Oct 2021 | Elche 1-2 Real Madrid | La Liga |
| 13 Mar 2021 | Real Madrid 2-1 Elche | La Liga |
Mbappé has made a sensational start to life in La Liga, netting 13 goals in 12 matches for Real Madrid, leading the scoring charts by a distance. His efficiency is particularly noteworthy: he has converted 13 goals from an xG of just 5.32, underlining his world-class finishing ability. With a pass accuracy of 89.55% and a shot accuracy of 41.38%, Mbappé is not only a clinical finisher but also integral to Madrid’s build-up and chance creation (2 assists and 32 big chance assists).
In this fixture, he will be the focal point of Madrid’s attack, pulling Elche’s defence out of shape with his movement and creating opportunities both for himself and his teammates. Given Elche’s defensive record, Mbappé is well-placed to continue his remarkable scoring run.
Q: Who is the favourite to win the Elche vs. Real Madrid match?
A: Real Madrid are strong favourites, sitting top of La Liga with a dominant record, while Elche are mid-table and have not beaten Madrid in their last six encounters.
Q: What are the best betting odds for this match?
A: Real Madrid are best priced at 4/11 for the win. Both Teams to Score – ‘No’ is available at 23/20, which offers standout value. The correct score 0-2 is 7/1.
Q: Where can I watch the Elche vs. Real Madrid match?
A: The match will be broadcast on La Liga TV (UK) and Premier Sports.
Real Madrid come into this tie as league leaders and heavy favourites, with superior attacking and defensive records across all metrics. Elche have struggled to turn possession into clear chances and face a daunting challenge against a Madrid side in top form. The best value bet is ‘Both Teams to Score – No’ at just above even money, given Real’s defensive record and Elche’s modest attack. Kylian Mbappé is the standout player, and his goalscoring form makes him a constant threat in the anytime scorer market. Expect Real Madrid to control the game and claim all three points.
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