The Matchday 34 clash in La Liga between Espanyol and Betis will take place on May 4 at the RCDE Stadium in Barcelona. Espanyol vs. Betis: prediction and betting odds, statistics.
Espanyol
The Catalans played their last two La Liga matches away from home. First, Manolo Gonzalez's side drew 1-1 with Valencia, then lost 0-1 to Villarreal. Notably, before the defeat to Valencia, the club had been unbeaten in five consecutive league matches (3 wins and 2 draws). The team has now significantly reduced its chances of finishing in the European competition zone, trailing by five points.
- No more than two goals have been scored in 8 of Espanyol's last 10 La Liga games.
- The team has not conceded more than one goal in their last six league matches.
- Espanyol's unbeaten home run in La Liga stands at 10 matches (4 wins and 6 draws).
Predicted lineup for Espanyol (4-3-3)
Joan Garcia – Omar El Hilali, Leandro Cabrera, Carlos Romero, Marash Kumbulla – Urko Gonzalez, Edu Exposito, Alex Kral – Antonio Roca, Roberto Fernandez Jaen, Javi Puado.
Betis
Manuel Pellegrini's side delivered excellent and high-scoring performances in their last two league matches. The team first defeated Girona 3-1 away and then thrashed Valladolid 5-1 at home. Notably, the Sevillians have lost only once in their last 10 La Liga matches (8 wins and 1 draw). This strong run has secured Betis sixth place in La Liga, just one point away from the fifth spot, which offers a Champions League berth.
- Both teams have scored in Betis's last six league matches.
- At least three goals have been scored in 10 of the club's last 12 La Liga games.
- Betis has not lost in the first half in 16 of their last 17 La Liga matches (7 wins and 9 draws).
Predicted lineup for Betis (4-3-3)
Adrian Castillo – Natan, Ricardo Rodriguez, Marc Bartra, Youssouf Sabaly – Isco, Joao Cardoso, Pablo Fornals – Jesus Rodriguez, Antony Mateus, Cucho Hernandez.
Defender Aitor Ruibal will miss the match due to yellow card accumulation.
Referee
Guillermo Cuadra Fernandez (Spain)
Matches – 17 (La Liga, 2024/25);
Yellow cards shown (including second yellows) – 75;
Average yellow cards per match – 4.4;
Red cards shown – 3;
Average fouls per match – 23;
Penalties – 29%.
Match Prediction: Espanyol vs. Betis
Both teams are performing well in the second half of the season. The Catalan club has distanced itself from the relegation zone and, with some luck, could even secure a spot in European competition. Meanwhile, Betis has caught up with Villarreal in the standings and will be competing with them for the fifth spot, which offers a Champions League berth. Therefore, both clubs have tournament motivation, making it worth paying attention to their scoring potential.
Espanyol has not lost at home in the league since last November. The Catalans have scored in their last eight home La Liga matches, although they have also conceded in 6 of their last 8 home games. Betis has been scoring frequently, often more than once. Even on the road, the club is active in attack and has scored in their last six away league matches. However, Betis also allows their opponents to score, having conceded in their last five away La Liga games.
My prediction – Both teams to score – yes
* The starting lineup for each team is based on their last match in this tournament.
