RCDE Stadium in Barcelona sets the stage for a compelling La Liga encounter as Espanyol hosts Andalusian rivals Real Betis. This fixture pits Espanyol’s promotion momentum against Betis’ established top-flight quality. The regional rivalry makes this a compelling match preview.
Our Espanyol vs Real Betis betting preview provides expert analysis for this La Liga fixture. This comprehensive Espanyol vs Real Betis match preview examines all key factors, serving as your definitive Espanyol vs Real Betis preview for this encounter.
Espanyol vs Real Betis Match Preview/Betting Preview
Newly-promoted Espanyol’s determined return to top-flight football faces a stern test against Manuel Pellegrini’s experienced Real Betis side. The home side’s energy and passion will challenge Betis’ technical quality in what promises to be an intriguing tactical battle.
Team Recent Form
Espanyol: WDWLW
Real Betis: DLWWD
Key Stats
- Espanyol are unbeaten in their last 6 home matches across all competitions (W4, D2).
- Real Betis have failed to win any of their last 5 away matches in La Liga.
- Both teams have scored in 4 of the last 5 meetings between these sides.
Correct Score Prediction
We predict a 2-1 win for Espanyol. The home side’s impressive form at RCDE Stadium and promotion momentum should overcome Betis’ recent away struggles. However, Betis’ attacking quality means they are likely to score in a closely contested match.
Espanyol vs Real Betis H2H
- The teams have met 8 times in La Liga since 2018.
- Espanyol have 3 wins, Real Betis have 2 wins, with 3 draws.
- Six of the last seven encounters have produced Over 2.5 goals.
- Espanyol are unbeaten in the last 3 home meetings against Real Betis (W2, D1).
Pre Game Odds
- Espanyol to Win: 2.40
- Draw: 3.30
- Real Betis to Win: 2.90
Team News Espanyol
Espanyol has established a strong presence at home, currently enjoying a four-match unbeaten streak at their own stadium. During this impressive run, they have scored in each of those four consecutive home fixtures.
Their overall form is also solid, having suffered just one defeat in their last seven outings. While they are on a two-game unbeaten run, they have not secured a victory in their last three matches.
Team News Real Betis
Real Betis is in exceptional form, having suffered just a single defeat in their last nine matches across all competitions. The team is currently enjoying a five-game unbeaten streak and has secured back-to-back victories.
Their attack has been particularly potent, scoring in nine consecutive games, including finding the net in each of their last four away fixtures, during which they remain undefeated.
Predicted Line-ups
Espanyol (4-4-2): Marko Dmitrović, Omar El Hilali, Clemens Riedel, Fernando Calero, Carlos Romero, Tyrhys Dolan, Pol Lozano, Urko González, Pere Milla, Javi Puado,
Real Betis (4-2-3-1): Álvaro Valles, Aitor Ruibal, Valentín Gómez, Natan, Júnior Firpo, Giovani Lo Celso, Marc Roca, Sergi Altimira, Chimy Ávila, Cédric Bakambu, Rodrigo Riquelme
Espanyol vs Real Betis Betting Tips
Tip 1 – Result: Espanyol Win
Tip 2 – Over/Under 2.5 goals: Over 2.5 goals
Tip 3 – Both team to score: Yes
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