Maldini's prediction for Barça - Madrid after the blaugrana's K.O. in the Champions League

After several days full of intensity and excitement, LaLiga has reached its decisive phase. With Barcelona leading by four points over Real Madrid, both clubs will seek victory at Montjuïc. In a Clásico that promises to be full of tension, Maldini has recently revealed his prediction for this crucial and decisive match.

Despite Barcelona's debacle in the Champions League, Maldini has given the culés a 45% chance of victory. A rather surprising percentage after seeing the poor sporting and emotional state Barcelona is in. With the culés' defense becoming less secure, Maldini still keeps Barcelona as the favorite.

Meanwhile, Maldini has given Real Madrid a 35% chance of victory as the merengue team seeks to defend its title. Giving the remaining 20% to a draw, Maldini still made it clear that this is the least desired outcome for this match.

Maldini's choice

Throughout the season, Barcelona has received various praises for its supposed "great soccer." Labeled by many as one of the best teams today, reality has shown quite the opposite for Barcelona. With a weak defense, a goalkeeper with few guarantees, and a poor state of mind, Barcelona is not at a good level.

Their match against Inter Milan in the Champions League, besides ending the culés' mentality, was extremely exhausting. Due to this, Real Madrid, which has had more time to plan for this match, is the clear favorite to win the Clásico.

At least that was the thought until the percentages given by a Maldini who remains attached to the culés' victory. With Real Madrid showing clear improvement and Barcelona worsening significantly, it's time for the merengues to make a statement.

The big favorite for the Clásico

Despite the percentages and praises in favor of Barcelona, the reality is that Madrid is the better-prepared team. Fixing all their mistakes and having a highly inspired squad, the club is ready to achieve victory.