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Yes, Real Madrid, which is currently lagging behind Barcelona, will certainly make Real Madrid try as hard as possible to shift Barcelona's position. So of course, personally, in that match, I will bet on Real Madrid winning. But yes, if for example Real Madrid draws or loses, of course we will see that Barcelona will definitely be the strongest candidate to become champions this season.
I don't think Madrid is chasing the La Liga title too much or in other words Madrid is more focused on UCL and in La Liga getting a runner up result is already a good result. But in terms of the match between the two teams I am sure Madrid will win. And later when you want to bet on the match it would be better to see the formation of both teams before placing a bet. Because we also have to see who will be the starting line up and if Ancelotti uses the main players, Madrid chances of winning are big. But if Ancelotti uses second string players, a draw is more likely.