Real Betis – Form and Performance Analysis
Real Betis has been inconsistent and unstable this season, as reflected in their current record of seven wins, seven draws, and seven losses in La Liga. This balance of results places them 10th with 28 points, but they are only two points behind 6th place, keeping them in the race for European competition spots.
Their most recent match against Mallorca ended in a narrow 1-0 victory, with Cedric Bakambu scoring in the dying moments of the game. This win was crucial as it ended a streak of three consecutive losses, potentially providing a boost for the team ahead of the remainder of the season.
Betis has managed to qualify for the knockout stage of the Conference League, where they will face Belgian side Gent. This means they will need to manage their resources carefully, as they have two upcoming league matches before the doubleheader against Gent—against Athletic Bilbao and Celta Vigo.
At home, they have had a solid performance this season, with 16 points from 10 matches, but they face a serious challenge against Bilbao, who have proven to be an excellent away team.
Athletic Bilbao – Form and Performance Analysis
Athletic Bilbao has established itself as a potential candidate for Champions League qualification and even as a team that could challenge for the title. They are currently in 4th place with 40 points, nine points behind league leaders Real Madrid, but only two points behind 3rd-placed Barcelona. Additionally, they have six points more than Villarreal in 5th place, putting them in a strong position for a top-four finish.
Ernesto Valverde’s team has been impressive—unbeaten in their last 12 La Liga matches, with their last loss coming against Girona in October. However, in the most recent round, they drew 0-0 against Leganés, which could be a slight disappointment given their form.
On the other hand, in the Europa League, they were dominant against Viktoria Plzeň, winning 3-1, securing 2nd place in their group, and finishing level on points with Lazio. Athletic Bilbao is considered one of the favorites to win this competition, reflecting the quality of their squad.
Away from home, they have been highly efficient this season, earning 18 points from 10 matches, making them one of the most successful teams in La Liga on the road.
Betting Tips
This match is expected to be highly competitive, considering the quality of both teams. Betis plays solidly at home but struggles with consistency, while Athletic Bilbao is in excellent form, unbeaten in their last 12 league matches.
Possible betting tips:
- Both teams to score (BTTS) – Bilbao is efficient away from home, and Betis is always offensive at home.
- X2 (Athletic Bilbao not to lose) – Given the visitors’ form and their results away, they have a good chance of staying unbeaten.
- Total goals 2-3 – A tactical battle with a limited number of goals is expected.
- Inaki Williams to score – The experienced Bilbao forward is in great form and could be a key factor in this match.
In any case, this will be a match where small details will decide the winner, and Bilbao, due to their current form, enters as a slight favorite.
