Real Betis vs Villarreal Prediction, Preview, Predicted Lineups and Team News | La Liga

• Competition: La Liga
• Date: 13 April 2025
• Kickoff Time: 4:30 pm GMT
• Venue: Estadio Benito Villamarin, Sevilla, Spain

Matchday 31 of La Liga 2024/25 will include Real Betis welcoming Villarreal at the Estadio Benito Villamarin on Sunday evening. Betis and Villarreal are two of the most well known clubs in Spain and should contest a tremendous contest. Both clubs have accumulated 48 points so far, with Villarreal doing so in 29 games while Betia has played 30 matches so far. The race for the European spots is on and the upcoming Real Betis vs Villarreal fixture will play a big role in that.

Real Betis is currently one of the most in-form teams in all of Europe. Betis has managed four victories and two draws in the last six matches. Manuel Pellegrini oversaw his last defeat at the end of February in the second leg of the Conference League round of 32, which did not obstruct the club's progress. Real Betis has recorded 4.6 shots per match in the league, which is the fourth highest. This displays the players' willingness to venture forward and operate on the front foot. Giovani Lo Celso is the top scorer (six) while Isco has provided the most assists (four).

Villarreal, on the other hand, has endured tough and inconsistent times on the pitch lately. In the last six games, the Yellow Submarine has collected just two victories, two defeats, and two draws. During this period, Villarreal has scored five goals and conceded five. Marcelino Garcia will be concerned if his side fails to occupy one of the European spots at the end of the season. Villarreal has scored 1.8 goals per match in La Liga this term, which is lower than only Barcelona and Real Madrid. Ayoze Perez has scored the most goals (12).

Real Betis Team News

Real Betis' recent run of splendid results can be attributed to the tremendous work performed by the club doctors. The medical team has been able to keep the majority of the players fit at a crucial time of the season. Abde Ezzalzouli will be the only absentee for the hosts on Sunday.

Villarreal Team News

Ilias Akhomach (Cruciate Ligament Injury), Nicolas Pepe (Muscle Injury), Raul Albiol (Muscle Injury), and Tajon Buchanan (Ankle Injury) will not be available for Villarreal. Pape Gueye will also sit out due to a suspension.

Real Betis vs Villarreal Predicted Lineups

Real Betis Predicted Lineup (4-2-3-1):

Goalkeeper: Adrian

Defenders: Ruibal, Bartra, Natan, Perraud

Midfielders: Cardoso, Altimira, Isco

Forwards: Antony, Fornals, Hernandez

Villarreal Predicted Lineup (4-4-2):

Goalkeeper: Junior

Defenders: Kiko, Foyth, Costa, Cardona

Midfielders: Pino, Comesana, Parejo, Baena

Forwards: Perez, Barry

Real Betis vs Villarrel H2H Record

In the last five head-to-head games between the two sides, Real Betis has won three games, Villarreal has taken one contest, and the remaining outing has ended in a draw.

Key Players to Watch in Real Betis vs Villarreal

Isco (Real Betis)

Isco was not present in Betis' 1-1 draw with Barcelona last weekend due to a suspension, but he will be back on matchday 31. Manuel Pellegrini was desperate to capture his signature as soon as the former Real Madrid man became a free agent.

Isco is the living embodiment of the phrase that age is just a number. He is still as effective as ever in the twilight of his career and is a key part of the Real Betis game plan. Isco has 1.7 xAG in his last five appearances.

Ayoze Perez (Villarreal)

Not many would have expected Ayoze Perez to make such a seamless transition when he joined Villarreal in the summer from Real Betis. The Spanish forward has 15 goals and three assists this campaign, and he has been a key part of Villarreal's attacking exploits this season. Perez will have a point to prove against his former employers, and that will make him the player to watch out for in the Villarreal camp.

Real Betis vs Villarreal Prediction

Villarreal will certainly not make it easy for Betis on Sunday. However, the fantastic run of form will assist the home side in their quest for another victory.

Predicted Score: Real Betis 2-1 Villarreal

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