Real Madrid are aiming for a number of targets this weekend when they take on Granada at the Santiago Bernabeu.
Firstly, they could go top of the league, albeit for just a day, should they beat the Andalucian side, as Barcelona and Atletico de Madrid don’t play until tomorrow. Secondly, they will look to equal the club record of seven successive clean sheets – set almost 20 years ago.
Last time out in la Liga, Los Blancos destroyed Real Betis 5-0. The bookies have little doubt as to will win this encounter today, with Carlo Ancelotti’s men overwhelming favourites at 7/100. Granada, who sit comfortably in midtable, can be found at 25/1 for the win while a draw is priced at 9/1.
There are rarely many attractive options when backing Madrid at home to win, so delving into the goalscorer market may be more profitable for those looking to place some money on the game. As in most matches, Cristiano Ronaldo is the favourite to score at odds of 11/10. It will be his first match at home since he picked up the Ballon d’Or award and with the trophy on display at the Bernabeu, he will be motivated to put on a good show for the home fans.
