Real Madrid vs Villarreal: La Liga Showdown at the Bernabéu
Real Madrid aims to tighten its hold on second place in La Liga as Villarreal visits the Santiago Bernabéu on a Saturday matchday. The White Eagles look to extend their cushion over the chasing pack, while Villarreal hopes to close the gap with Champions League spots in reach after recent results.
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Carlo Ancelotti’s squad arrives buoyant after a remarkable 4-0 win against Barcelona at Camp Nou in the Copa del Rey semi-final second leg. That victory secured a place in the final, where they will face Osasuna in May. Villarreal, on the other hand, has momentum of its own, stringing together four wins and one draw in their last five encounters and most recently defeating Real Sociedad 2-0.
Possible Madrid selections
Heading into the clash, Madrid could rotate personnel more than usual. With a Champions League quarterfinal first leg scheduled during the week, Ancelotti might rest several regular starters. Expected lineup scenarios include Antonio Rüdiger, Lucas Vázquez, Aurélien Tchouaméni, or Marco Asensio starting or coming off the bench. For Villarreal, Quique Setién will be without some key players, including Gerard Moreno, Etienne Capoue, and Nicolas Jackson.
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When, where and how to watch Real Madrid vs Villarreal
Broadcast options for Real Madrid vs Villarreal in La Liga 2022-2023
Spanish football is traditionally shown on paid television channels, with occasional matches broadcast on open channels. This season, matches are also accessible through major streaming platforms, depending on the provider and package chosen.
Movistar+
Movistar+ offers a range of Fusion packages that include television channels and fiber or mobile services. This allows viewers to pick the plan that best fits their home setup and viewing preferences.
Orange TV
Orange TV provides another route to watch La Liga, the Second Division, the Champions League and more. Since Movistar+ does not hold exclusive rights in every case, other services can broadcast individual games as well. Subscribing to Movistar via Orange TV is one option to watch La Liga 2022-2023 here.
DAZN
DAZN has also carried La Liga matches, offering several games daily on its platform. Except for a few days, some matches may be shown exclusively by DAZN, with Movistar+ sharing certain games. Viewers can access DAZN through the Movistar+ app if available. For questions, contacting the service provider is advised.
Streaming: watching and subscribing options
Movistar+
LaLiga can be streamed on any internet-enabled device via the Movistar+ app or the platform’s website. An electronic key system is available to access daily matches seamlessly on various devices. More details are available at see.movistarplus.es.
The Movistar+ app is available on iOS and Android, and there are Smart TV apps as well, all tailored to user preferences.
All matches of the week can be watched live, with rebroadcasts and on-demand options to catch highlights or full replays at any time.
How to watch DAZN in Spain: signup, pricing and device support
DAZN is a sports streaming service offering a range of leagues and events. It has been available in Spain since February 27, 2019. Subscribing to the platform and exploring its packages can be done by following the available signup options.
DAZN entered the European and North American markets in recent years, expanding its coverage in Canada, Italy and the United States. The company emphasizes flexible access to top-tier sports across multiple devices.
“We are growing at a steady pace, delivering fans what they want: affordable, flexible access to the sports they love”, a company spokesperson once explained. The service now includes the Spanish La Liga among its offerings.
Source: Goal