The La Liga Santander is all set to host an intense El Clasico 2023 fixture this weekend featuring Barcelona vs their longstanding rivals Real Madrid, check out the fixture date and kick off Indian timings, how to watch live and the live streaming telecast time in India
Although both sides will be looking to take the win, Barcelona in particular have the chance to confirm a first post-Messi league title on Sunday evening.
El Clasico 2023 Barcelona vs Real Madrid match schedule, date, Indian time, live streaming telecast in India
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🚩 La Liga Jornada 26
⚽ Barcelona vs Real Madrid
📅 Senin, 20 Maret 2023
🕒 Pkl. 03:00 WIB
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Real Madrid travel to the Camp Nou on Sunday knowing that they must break down Barcelona's impenetrable defence to secure victory.
The Blaugrana have conceded just eight goals in La Liga this season, with just one of those being at home (vs Espanyol). pic.twitter.com/ATmlf2gB31
— Football España (@footballespana_) March 16, 2023
The Catalans are currently on top of the league table with nine points clear of second-placed Madrid. As such, a win at Camp Nou could see them extend that lead with 12 points.
Barcelona vs Real Madrid kick off timings
The upcoming El Clasico clash between Barcelona vs Real Madrid will kick off on Sunday, 19 March 2023 at the following timings:
- 3:00 p.m. ET
- 12:00 a.m. PT
In India, for the Indian fans of La Liga, the kick-off time is at 00:30 on 20 March 2023 with the live streaming on Sports18.
Barcelona vs Real Madrid how to watch
Fans can tune in to following television channels to watch the Barcelona vs Real Madrid: FuboTV, ESPN+, and ESPN Deportes. Meanwhile, fans can also watch the live stream of the Barcelona vs Real Madrid match on FuboTV.
Barcelona vs Real Madrid preview
Barcelona
The Catalans are having a great La Liga campaign so far, as the table-toppers with 9 points clear. The have a strong chance of winning their first-ever league title since 2018/19. A win against their eternal rivals Real Madrid could confirm their status as champions elect.
Although Barca lost the reverse fixture back in October, they are currently unbeaten at home in the league this season. Out of the 12 games at the Camp Nou so far, they have won ten times and drawn twice.
Moreover, they have an average of 2.6 points per game with just eight goals conceded in 25 matches. This record has earned them the best defensive record in La Liga history. Despite a recent loss to Premier League side Manchester United in the Europa League, Xavi’s men are re-establishing themselves.
Real Madrid
Real Madrid’s campaign this season has been the exact opposite of rivals Barcelona. Although they look set to lose their domestic title to Barcelona, Real Madrid have been incredible against Europe’s elite sides.
The Los Blancos hammered Liverpool with a 6-2 aggregate win on Wednesday evening. They also beat Barcelona their first La Liga defeat of the season back in October. Though the team are currently not in their best forms this season, they have the expertise and the technical ability to stand out in big games.
Carlo Ancelotti’s side travel to Camp Nou this weekend knowing that anything other than a win could hand Barça this season’s league title. The Italian coach will have a full squad to pick from apart from David Alaba who is still on injury.
Barcelona vs Real Madrid results prediction
Barcelona have so far managed to bring out results in their favour in league this season. However, Madrid has a lot of big game experience, which will give them the edge they need against top opponents. Both sides may however, end the game in stalemate with one goal apiece.
Prediction: Barcelona 1-1 Real Madrid
Barcelona vs Real Madrid referee
Over the past few weeks, Barcelona have been making rounds in the news following their historic dealings with the Spanish referee committee’s vice president. As such, due to the ‘Barça-gate’ scandal, the Federation choice of official for the upcoming El Clasico clash has sparked a lot of interest.
After much speculation, the Federation have finally opted choose Ricardo De Burgos Bengoetxea for the job. Ricardo is the same official who officiated the recent Spanish Supercup Final clash between the two sides. Madrid fans are familiar with De Burgos Bengoetxea following his decision to send off Cristiano Ronaldo in an El Clásico fixture way back in 2017.
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