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Preview: Real Betis host LaLiga leaders Barcelona

Preview: Real Betis host LaLiga leaders Barcelona

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The fixture schedule is starting to ramp up as Real Betis will take on Barcelona for both sides’ fifth game in the last two weeks.

By Neel Shelat

Real Betis enjoying a good run of form

Real Betis head into this match up in fifth place with six wins and a couple of draws in their last eight games. Los Verdiblancos have been in fine form since a loss to Atlético Madrid in late October as they have subsequently won a couple of cup ties, gotten the better of Lyon and Utrecht in the Europa League and defeated local rivals Sevilla in their last league match.

Barcelona dominant in the head-to-head column

Since 2011, Barcelona have won 22, drawn five and lost just three matches against Betis. Their ongoing head-to-head unbeaten streak is nine matches long, and they have also won 10 and drawn the remaining two of their last 12 visits to the Estadio Benito Villamarín.

This match, however, will not be taking place at Betis’ usual home as it is currently undergoing a major renovation. So, they have been using the Estadio La Cartuja as a temporary base since the start of the season.

Betis missing key attackers

Real Betis have looked quite well-rounded throughout the season despite encountering some injury issues. They are among the league’s five best teams for both goals scored and conceded, and have managed to keep the goals flowing even in the absence of a couple of their key creators.

Isco has only managed to make a couple of substitute appearances this term due to ankle issues and is expected to sit this game out, as is Giovani Lo Celso. All eyes will be on Antony to see whether he will start after a slight injury in the midweek cup match.

High time for Lewandowski to refire amid contract rumours

Robert Lewandowski’s contract is set to expire at the end of the season, with rumours and reports consistently suggesting that an extension offer is not forthcoming. The 37-year-old striker has eight goals this season but hasn’t scored in his last three appearances and has also been out injured for a good chunk, so Barcelona are naturally considering moving on.

The Polish international will be keen to show what he is capable of regardless of where his future lies, so he will hope to profit from a rejuvenated Barcelona attack. Raphinha’s return has proved very impactful in the last couple of matches, while Fermín López and Frenkie de Jong are now expected to be available again as well.

Prediction

Barcelona’s defence is often easily breached, but they should have the attacking firepower to make up for it and come away with something like a 3-1 win.

(Cover image from IMAGO)

You can follow every game from LaLiga with FotMob this season – featuring deep stats coverage, xG, physical metrics, and player ratings. Download the free app here.

Preview: Real Betis host LaLiga leaders Barcelona

The fixture schedule is starting to ramp up as Real Betis will take on Barcelona for both sides’ fifth game in the last two weeks.

By Neel Shelat

Real Betis enjoying a good run of form

Real Betis head into this match up in fifth place with six wins and a couple of draws in their last eight games. Los Verdiblancos have been in fine form since a loss to Atlético Madrid in late October as they have subsequently won a couple of cup ties, gotten the better of Lyon and Utrecht in the Europa League and defeated local rivals Sevilla in their last league match.

Barcelona dominant in the head-to-head column

Since 2011, Barcelona have won 22, drawn five and lost just three matches against Betis. Their ongoing head-to-head unbeaten streak is nine matches long, and they have also won 10 and drawn the remaining two of their last 12 visits to the Estadio Benito Villamarín.

This match, however, will not be taking place at Betis’ usual home as it is currently undergoing a major renovation. So, they have been using the Estadio La Cartuja as a temporary base since the start of the season.

Betis missing key attackers

Real Betis have looked quite well-rounded throughout the season despite encountering some injury issues. They are among the league’s five best teams for both goals scored and conceded, and have managed to keep the goals flowing even in the absence of a couple of their key creators.

Isco has only managed to make a couple of substitute appearances this term due to ankle issues and is expected to sit this game out, as is Giovani Lo Celso. All eyes will be on Antony to see whether he will start after a slight injury in the midweek cup match.

High time for Lewandowski to refire amid contract rumours

Robert Lewandowski’s contract is set to expire at the end of the season, with rumours and reports consistently suggesting that an extension offer is not forthcoming. The 37-year-old striker has eight goals this season but hasn’t scored in his last three appearances and has also been out injured for a good chunk, so Barcelona are naturally considering moving on.

The Polish international will be keen to show what he is capable of regardless of where his future lies, so he will hope to profit from a rejuvenated Barcelona attack. Raphinha’s return has proved very impactful in the last couple of matches, while Fermín López and Frenkie de Jong are now expected to be available again as well.

Prediction

Barcelona’s defence is often easily breached, but they should have the attacking firepower to make up for it and come away with something like a 3-1 win.

(Cover image from IMAGO)

You can follow every game from LaLiga with FotMob this season – featuring deep stats coverage, xG, physical metrics, and player ratings. Download the free app here.