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Real Sociedad will hope to turn their fortunes around when they host Real Betis at Reale Arena on Saturday.
Not only are the hosts without a win in three consecutive games, but they also failed to score in two of them.
Real Betis, on the other hand, are on a quest to secure a UEFA Champions League spot.
Read our Real Sociedad vs Real Betis prediction, preview and betting tips below. You can also check out our today's betting tips page for more of our expert predictions.
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Real Sociedad vs Real Betis key stats
- Five of Real Betis’ last six games produced goals at both ends.
- Betis won the last two encounters between these sides.
- Real Sociedad conceded first in three of their last four league matches.
Real Sociedad vs Real Betis preview: Can the visitors complete the sweep?
| Real Sociedad vs Real Betis – Tale of the Tape | ||
|---|---|---|
| Real Sociedad | vs | Real Betis |
| 9th | Position | 5th |
| 43 | Points | 53 |
| 52 | Goals For | 52 |
| 53 | Goals Against | 41 |
| 3 | Clean Sheets | 10 |
| 10th | Home Rank | 7th |
| 12th | Away Rank | 5th |
*These figures were accurate at the time of publishing.
Real Sociedad's poor run of results continued with a disappointing 1-0 defeat against Sevilla on Monday night. They have now failed to win since their Copa del Rey triumph last month.
Interestingly, Pellegrino Matarazzo's men have already secured a place in the UEFA Europa League next season, and with no realistic chance of reaching any of the Champions League spots, they do not have a lot of motivation besides avoiding a late relegation battle.
| 🔍 Whispers Insight |
| Only Barcelona have hit the woodwork more than Real Betis in La Liga this season. |
The hosts have Igor Zubeldia sidelined with a hamstring injury, while Alvaro Odriozola is out for the remainder of the season due to a cruciate ligament injury.
Goncalo Guedes and Pablo Marin are both doubtful with fitness issues, while Orri Oskarsson and Brais Mendez are both one booking away from suspension.
On the other hand, Real Betis defeated Real Oviedo by three unanswered goals in their last outing. Although the visitors are unbeaten in five consecutive league matches, they have managed only one win in their last six away games across all competitions.
Manuel Pellegrini's troops are fifth in La Liga, six points above sixth-placed Celta Vigo. With Spain having earned an extra UEFA Champions League spot, they will look to win at least two of their remaining four matches.
| 🔍 Whispers Insight |
| No team has kept fewer clean sheets than Real Sociedad in the Spanish top flight this campaign. |
Betis will have to do without Angel Ortiz due to muscular problems, while former Barcelona defenders Junior Firpo (muscle) and Marc Bartra (foot) are also confirmed absentees for Saturday.
Four players are one booking away from missing Tuesday's home game against Elche, including Cucho Hernandez, Aitor Ruibal, Sofyan Amrabat, and Giovani Lo Celso.
Real Sociedad vs Real Betis form guide & betting tips
| Last 5 Form Guide | ||
|---|---|---|
| Real Sociedad | vs | Real Betis |
| W-D-L-D-L | League Form | D-D-W-D-W |
| 5 | Points | 9 |
| 15th | Form Table | 5th |
| 8 | Goals For | 8 |
| 8 | Goals Against | 4 |
Whispers Predicts: Real Sociedad 1-2 Real Betis
At 2.59, are considered favourites by the bookies.
However, the hosts have lost the last two H2Hs, and considering their recent run of results, we fancy Real Betis to win at 2.76.
Furthermore, we should expect a feisty affair, considering that five or more cards were awarded in four of the last five encounters between these outfits.
Keeping in mind that both teams were on the scoresheet in five of Real Betis’ last six games, Real Betis & BTTS – Yes at 4.40 could be worth a punt.
| 📈 Whispers' Tips |
| Over 2.5 goals at 1.65 | Likelihood: Probable |
| Both Teams to Score at 1.55| Likelihood: Probable |
| Real Betis & BTTS – Yes at 4.40| Likelihood: Possible |