Real Betis vs Celta Vigo Preview, Prediction and Betting Tips

Real Betis vs Celta Vigo Match Preview

• Date – Friday, April 12, 2024
• Kick-off Time – 07:00 pm GMT
• Venue – Benito Villamarin Stadium

Real Betis will host Celta Vigo in La Liga in a key game for both sides.

Betis are currently eighth in the league standings with 10 wins, 12 draws, and eight defeats in their 30 games. They are just two points behind Valencia in seventh, which could be the spot that gets them into the UEFA Europa Conference League next season.

They have, however, lost their last four games in a row and need to bounce back if they are to claim that seventh spot.

Celta Vigo, meanwhile, are engaged in the relegation battle as they sit 17^th with six wins, 10 draws, and 14 losses. They are just three points above the relegation zone and will need to avoid dropping points. They have lost just one of their last five games.

Real Betis vs Celta Vigo Team News

Real Betis are without Ezequiel Avila and Marc Bartra due to their respective injuries.

Celta Vigo, meanwhile, are without Carlos Dotor, Joseph Aidoo, Mihailo Ristic, and Williot Swedberg due to injuries.

Real Betis vs Celta Vigo Predicted Lineups

Real Betis:

Goalkeeper: Rui Silva
Defenders: Abner, Chadi Riad, German Pezzella, Aitor Ruibal
Midfielders: Isco, Guido Rodriguez, Nabil Fekir
Attackers: Ayoze Perez, Willian Jose, Pablo Fornals

Celta Vigo:

Goalkeeper: Vicente Guaita
Defenders: Oscar Mingueza, Carl Starfelt, Carlos Dominguez
Midfielders: Hugo Alvarez, Hugo Sotelo, Fran Beltran, Manuel Sanchez
Attackers: Iago Aspas, Jonathan Bamba, Jorgen Strand Larsen

Real Betis vs Celta Vigo Head-to-Head

The head-to-head between the two sides is quite close, with Real Betis having won eight times while Celta Vigo have won seven. Eight of their remaining clashes have ended in a draw.

Last five results:

Celta Vigo 2-1 Real Betis – La Liga – January 3, 2024

Real Betis 3-4 Celta Vigo – La Liga – February 5, 2023

Celta Vigo 1-0 Real Betis – La Liga – October 2, 2022

Celta Vigo 0-0 Real Betis – La Liga – March 20, 2022

Real Betis 0-2 Celta Vigo – La Liga – January 20, 2022

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Real Betis vs Celta Vigo Prediction

Real Betis have had a torrid time recently, having lost their last four games in a row. They lost 3-2 away in their last game and are desperately looking to bounce back in their pursuit of European football.

Celta Vigo, meanwhile, have two wins, two draws and one defeat in their last five games. They played out a goalless draw against Rayo Vallecano at home in their last game. They are desperate to avoid relegation this season.

While Celta could look to put up a big challenge, Real Betis should be able to finally end their losing run.

Predicted Score: Real Betis 2-1 Celta Vigo 

Odds (subject to change)

• Real Betis win – 2.24
• Celta Vigo win – 3.55
• Draw – 3.65
• Odds source – Oddspedia.com

Betting Tips

• Real Betis win – 2.24
• Total goals over 1.5 – 1.34
• Total corners over 8.5 – 1.47

Where to Watch Real Betis vs Celta Vigo

• India – Jio Cinema, Sports 18
• UK – ITV
• Spain- DAZN
• US – ESPN+

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