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3 Bold Predictions for Real Madrid vs Barcelona El Clasico (Bet on Benzema)

By Vinnie Portell

Jul 23, 2019; Landover, MD, USA; Real Madrid forward Karim Benzema (9) dribbles the ball in front of Real Madrid forward Lucas Vazquez (17) against Arsenal in the International Champions Cup soccer series at FedEx Field. Real Madrid won 2-2 (3-2 pen.). Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports
Jul 23, 2019; Landover, MD, USA; Real Madrid forward Karim Benzema (9) dribbles the ball in front of Real Madrid forward Lucas Vazquez (17) against Arsenal in the International Champions Cup soccer series at FedEx Field. Real Madrid won 2-2 (3-2 pen.). Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports /
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Beating your bitter rival is always fun no matter what, but wouldn’t it be even better to win money on it, too?

One of the best rivalries in soccer takes center stage again this afternoon as Real Madrid and Barcelona meet in the first leg of the Copa del Rey semi-final.

Real Madrid fans have a unique opportunity to double their fun on this match thanks to a special offer from DraftKings Sportsbook: bet $5 on Real Madrid’s moneyline and win $150 in bonus bets if they win!

I have three bold predictions circled for this game that might convince you to bet on your squad to pull out the win, but first, let’s get you set up with that bonus cash.

DraftKings Real Madrid Promo

This offer only applies to new users and it won’t be around forever, so why wait?

All you have to do is sign up for DraftKings Sportsbook using this link, verify your identity, deposit at least $5 and then wager at least $5 on Real Madrid moneyline.

Typically, betting $5 on Real Madrid at -105 odds wouldn’t even profit you an extra $5, but with DraftKings, it’s like adding +3000 odds to your bet if you win.

Now let’s see why it might be a good idea to use that bet on this match.

3 Bold Predictions for Real Madrid vs. Barcelona

Anything can happen when two of the most storied soccer teams in the world meet, but I’ve highlighted three bold predictions that might not be so far-fetched.

If you want to just bet this game straight up to secure your bonus cash, you can take Real Madrid at -105 odds on the moneyline.

But if you already have your bonus cash, or just want some more juice on this game, here are some bold predictions:

Karim Benzema to record 2+ shots on target (+125)

Benzema is no stranger to this rivalry and certainly hasn’t been shy about shooting when these teams meet.

He is eighth all-time with 13 total goals in El Classico and has scored in both of his last two matches against Barcelona.

The last time these teams met, Benzema scored in extra time, finishing with five shots (three on goal). In the match before that, Benzema scored once on two shots (one on goal).

When you consider his historic success against Barcelona along with him scoring in BOTH of his last two matches against this team, it’s not hard to see Benzema recording at least two shots on goal.

Benzema has averaged 4.23 shots per match this season, including 1.43 shots on target. I don’t think it’s a stretch to see him perform slightly above his average in El Classico.

Both teams to score no draw (+155)

Four of the last five meetings between these two teams (dating back to October of 2020) have resulted in both teams scoring at least one goal and no draw.

The only exception was a 4-0 Barcelona win in March of last year. In its last 20 matches, Barcelona has been shut out once and has finished with a draw twice. In Real Madrid’s last 20 matches, it has been shut out three times and has finished with a draw three times.

Recent history between these two teams and their recent performances against other clubs suggest that it’s unlikely that either team is shutout.

Once both teams get on the board, all you have to worry about is one of them winning in regulation.

Vinicius Junior to record 3+ shots on goal (+700)

Let’s get a little crazy with this one!

At +700 odds, Vinicius Junior is certainly a long shot to record this many shots on goals, but if you’re going to take anything with long odds, this could be worth it.

Vinicius Junior has recorded multiple shots on target in 7-of-22 matches this season, including three times in his past five matches. His shot-taking is at a season-high right now, and in a game with stakes like these, it only makes sense that Real Madrid would stay with what’s working for them.

The last time these teams met, Junior recorded three shots (one on target), so it’s not out of the realm of possibility that he reaches this number.

Regardless of what you bet on for this match, don’t forget that you can use this opportunity to lock in $150 in bonus cash! Sign up for DraftKings today before this offer ends.

Game odds refresh periodically and are subject to change.

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