The shock leaders in La Liga will be hoping to extend their advantage at the summit when they continue their campaign on the road at Real Betis on Thursday. But, can Girona extend their advantage by claiming maximum points?
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It has been a fascinating opening half to the season in Spain’s top division this term, with one of the biggest narratives to follow coming at the top of the standings. Girona have caught all the heavyweights off guard by making their run for the title after winning 14 of their opening 17 matches. To this point, Girona have suffered just a single defeat all season.
Real Betis will be the hosts for this match on Thursday, as they look to enhance their own chances of finishing in a European place this term. Betis have been held to draws in each of their last three, while they have suffered just two defeats in 17 matches this term. That form means that they sit just three points off the top six and eight points off the Champions League spots.
Betis have an excellent home record in recent matches in the league, failing to lose in each of their last nine. They haven’t enjoyed a more reliable home record in La Liga since going ten without defeat in May 2013. But, draws have been a common issue in recent home fixtures, with four of their last nine ending level.
Girona should also not be taken lightly on the road this week. They have won each of their last seven away from home, which is already a club-record achievement. This week, they could become only the third team after Real Madrid and Barcelona to record eight successive victories on the road in La Liga.
Real Betis vs Girona Head to Head
Betis have avoided defeat in their six La Liga meetings with Girona. Over that period, they have recorded five victories with just one previous meeting ending in a draw. Meanwhile, Girona have registered just a single win in eight visits to Betis across all competitions.
Real Betis vs Girona Prediction
Girona’s away record looks challenging to dismiss this week, but Betis holds the advantage in previous encounters between the sides. Therefore, an interesting betting angle on Thursday could come in the form of the draw at Benito Villamarin.
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