The Matchday 26 La Liga clash between Betis and Real Madrid will take place on March 1 at the Benito Villamarin Stadium in Seville. Betis vs. Real Madrid: prediction and betting odds, statistics.
Betis
Manuel Pellegrini's side secured back-to-back victories in the league, defeating Real Sociedad (3-0) and Getafe (2-1) consecutively. Interestingly, this is the third time this season that the Sevillians have had such winning streaks in La Liga, but they have not won three consecutive matches in the Primera since February 2023. The team has caught up with Rayo Vallecano in points, who occupy sixth place, but trail due to goal difference.
- Both teams scored in 7 of Betis's last 10 La Liga games.
- The club is unbeaten in 7 of their last 8 home league matches (3 wins and 4 draws).
- Sevillians have not lost in the first half in nine previous Primera matches (5 wins and 4 draws).
Predicted lineup for Betis (4-2-3-1)
Adrian Castillo – Youssouf Sabaly, Ricardo Rodriguez, Marc Bartra, Diego Llorente – Sergi Altimira, Joao Cardoso – Jesus Rodriguez, Antoni Mateus, Isco – Cucho Hernandez.
Antoni Mateus's suspension has been lifted. Due to injuries, midfielders Giovani Lo Celso, Hector Bellerin, Pablo Fornals, and Marc Roca, as well as defender Angel Ortiz, are unavailable.
Real Madrid
The team sits in second place in the standings but has the same number of points (54) as leaders Barcelona (who have a much better goal difference). Atletico is just one point behind them. In the last round, Carlo Ancelotti's side defeated Girona 2-0 at home, ending a three-match winless streak in the league (2 draws and 1 loss).
- No more than three goals were scored in Real's last five Primera matches.
- The club has lost only once in their last 10 La Liga games (6 wins and 3 draws).
- At least two goals have been scored in the second half in 9 of Real Madrid's last 11 away league games.
Predicted lineup for Real Madrid (4-3-3)
Thibaut Courtois – David Alaba, Ferland Mendy, Raul Asensio, Lucas Vazquez – Luka Modric, Aurelien Tchouameni, Brahim Diaz – Vinicius Junior, Rodrygo Goes, Kylian Mbappe.
Midfielder Jude Bellingham misses his second La Liga match due to suspension. Due to injuries, defenders Jesus Vallejo, Eder Militao, and Dani Carvajal, as well as midfielder Dani Ceballos, are unavailable.
Referee
Alejandro Jose Hernandez Hernandez (Spain)
Matches – 11 (La Liga, 2024/25);
Yellow cards shown (including second yellows) – 60;
Average yellow cards per match – 5.5;
Red cards shown – 3;
Average fouls per match – 27;
Penalties – 27%.
Betis vs. Real Madrid: Match Prediction
The Sevillians are in good form, having caught up with the European competition group and aiming to secure a top-six spot. The club plays particularly well at home, suffering only one defeat in their last eight La Liga matches (3 wins and 4 draws). Notably, they have not left their stadium without scoring in the current league campaign. It's clear that the hosts are expected to deliver some goals in the upcoming game.
Betis rarely defeats Madrid in the Primera, yet they often manage to trouble the opposing goalkeeper. Meanwhile, Madrid has failed to score against the Sevillians at their venue only once in their last 10 league meetings. Additionally, there have been goals from both sides in seven of their last nine La Liga encounters. I believe the opponents, who have high league motivation, will deliver an entertaining and high-scoring match.
My prediction – Both teams to score – yes
