Team analysis: Real Betis
Real Betis is a team with rich European experience, but this season in the Conference League they have not shown consistency. After five rounds, they have two wins, one draw and two losses. The Andalusian team had a poor start to the competition, losing 1-0 away to Legia Warsaw before drawing 1-1 at home to Copenhagen. The victory over Celje at home boosted the team’s morale somewhat, but they fell quickly with a 2-1 loss to Mladá Boleslav in the Czech Republic, where they lost a minimal lead.
The last match against Moldova’s Petrocub was crucial for their position in the table. They won 1-0 with a goal from Cedric Bakambu and climbed to 17th place, three points above the critical 25th position. This victory brings them even closer to the knockout stage, although they have no chance of placing in the top eight, which leads directly to the round of 16.
Betis have won three of their last four competitive games, including a significant triumph against Villarreal in La Liga, where they played with a man down. Manuel Pellegrini’s team is characterized by an offensive setup led by Bakambu and Avila, while the defensive line sometimes shows vulnerability. Injuries to key players like Rui Silva and Hector Bellerin further complicate the situation.
Team analysis: HJK Helsinki
HJK Helsinki come into this match with a lot of pressure, as they need a win to stay in the race for the knockout stage. They currently occupy a position below the line, with only four points won from five rounds (one win, one draw and three losses).
They started the season in Europe badly, losing to Lugano (3-0), but quickly recovered with a narrow win against Dinamo Minsk (1-0). Unfortunately, they failed to capitalize on that momentum, losing their next two games without scoring a goal – against Olympia and Panathinaikos. Last week’s draw with Molde (2-2), in which they came back from a two-goal deficit, gave them minimal hope for survival in the European competition.
The team of Toni Korkeakunnas shows a solid fighting spirit, but they are troubled by their bad form in away games. They haven’t managed to win their last four away games. Their offensive game relies on Scotsman Lee Erwin, who has scored 11 goals this season and is a key player in HJK’s attack.
Betting Suggestion: 1&4+
Real Betis enters this match with a significantly better form and a better team. Their win against Petrocub and recent triumphs in La Liga give them a significant advantage in this encounter. HJK Helsinki faces problems in away games, which further reduces their chances for a positive result.
Odds 2.18
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