Real Betis will be aiming for their third consecutive La Liga victory as they take on Real Madrid, who are determined to reclaim the top spot in the standings. With Barcelona not playing until Sunday, Los Blancos have a golden opportunity to move ahead.
Can Real Betis Secure a European Spot?
The Andalusian side currently sits seventh in the La Liga table with 35 points from 25 matches. While qualifying for the UEFA Champions League seems unlikely, Betis can still fight for a top-six finish to secure a European spot.
Sixth-placed Rayo Vallecano have lost their last two league games, which opens the door for Betis to apply pressure. A win against Real Madrid wouldn’t just earn them three valuable points—it would also be a massive confidence boost for Manuel Pellegrini’s squad.
Real Madrid’s Title Chase
The visitors are currently second in La Liga standings, level on points with leaders Barcelona but trailing due to head-to-head results. With Los Blancos needing to keep winning, they must avoid any slip-ups that could allow their Catalan rivals to pull ahead.
Despite winning just one of their last four league games, Real Madrid comes into this match in strong form, having won their last three fixtures across all competitions. Given their squad depth and experience, they are favorites to secure another win.
Team News & Predicted Lineups
Real Betis Team News
Real Betis received a huge boost as Antony’s red card from their previous match was overturned, making him available for selection. However, Pablo Fornals, Hector Bellerin, and William Carvalho remain injured. Meanwhile, Abde Ezzalzouli, Marc Roca, and Giovani Lo Celso will undergo late fitness tests.
Probable Lineup (4-2-3-1):
Goalkeeper: Adrian
Defenders: Sabaly, Bartra, Llorente, Rodriguez
Midfielders: Cardoso, Altimira
Attackers: Antony, Isco, J. Rodriguez
Striker: Hernandez
Real Madrid Team News
Jude Bellingham is suspended, while Dani Ceballos has joined Dani Carvajal and Eder Militao on the injury list. The good news for Real Madrid is that Kylian Mbappe is expected to return after missing the last game due to a minor dental issue. Thibaut Courtois and Federico Valverde are also likely to return to the starting XI.
⚪ Probable Lineup (4-4-2):
Goalkeeper: Courtois
Defenders: Vazquez, Asencio, Rudiger, Mendy
Midfielders: Brahim, Tchouameni, Valverde, Rodrygo
Forwards: Vinicius, Mbappe
Key Stats & Match Prediction
- Real Madrid are unbeaten in their last six La Liga games against Real Betis.
- Three of the last four meetings between these teams have ended in draws.
- Los Blancos have earned 23 points from 13 away matches, making them the third-best away team this season.
- Real Betis have only lost once in their last five league games.
- Real Madrid won the reverse fixture 2-0 earlier this season.
Player to Watch – Brahim Diaz
Brahim Diaz has been a standout performer whenever given the chance. The Moroccan international has contributed to 11 goals this season and will be eager to make an impact in this fixture.
Real Betis vs Real Madrid Prediction
Real Betis 0-2 Real Madrid
With their strong form and superior squad, Real Madrid should come away with all three points. Betis might put up a fight at home, but Los Blancos’ attacking quality should see them through.
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