Barcelona vs Betis Preview, Prediction, Odds, Betting Tips 05.04.2025

• Date and Time: Saturday, April 5, 2025, 21:00 GMT+1
• Venue: Olímpic Lluis Companys, Barcelona, Spain

Barcelona vs Betis Preview and Team News

Barcelona News

Barcelona are a step closer to the treble after defeating Atlético de Madrid 1-0 at the Metropolitano on Wednesday, following a 4-4 draw in the first leg at home. The Catalans secured victory through Ferran Torres’ 27th-minute goal. 

Hansi Flick’s team will face Real Madrid in May for the final of the Copa del Rey, which could mark Flick’s first major title with Barcelona. 

🚨 FULL TIME!!!!!!!!!! 🚨

INTO THE COPA DEL REY FINAL! pic.twitter.com/Dy4GOTQdaX

— FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) April 2, 2025

Barcelona are unbeaten in 2024, with their last loss coming on December 21, a 2-1 defeat to Atlético de Madrid in La Liga. The Catalans lead La Liga with a three-point advantage over Real Madrid. Hansi Flick remains realistic despite the success: “You can dream, but you must remain concentrated. We fight for every title”. 

Barcelona have enjoyed the attacking prowess of Robert Lewandowski, Ferrán Torres and Raphinha to outscore their opposition, while Lamine Yamal, Pedri and Frenkie de Jong have consistently delivered service to the attackers. 

🎙️ WOJCIECH SZCZĘSNY: “Yes, we were a little bit more conservative, we didn’t really concede any clear goalscoring opportunities, no shots on target, so we were very mature today. And when you play the big games, that matters a lot.” #AtletiBarça pic.twitter.com/MBx3Nz2XMf

— FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) April 3, 2025

Barcelona will face Dortmund next in the Champions League quarter-finals, four days after the encounter against Betis. 

Marc-André ter Stegen has resumed training and is expected to be fit by the end of next month, though his return date remains uncertain. Besides him, Marc Bernal, Dani Olmo, Marc Casadó, and Andreas Christensen remain sidelined through injuries.

Barcelona predicted line-up vs Betis

Barcelona predicted line-up vs Betis (4-2-3-1): Szczęsny; Balde, Martínez, Cubarsí, Koundé; Pedri, De Jong; Raphinha, López, Lamine Yamal; Lewandowski.

Betis Team News

Betis’ winning streak continues as they registered their fifth back-to-back victory in La Liga with a 2-1 victory against derby rivals Sevilla. This victory marked Pellegrini’s first victory as a Betis coach in El Gran Derbí, marked by intensity with over 58,000 fans attending the game. 

Euphoria exploded in Seville as Betis fans celebrated the victory with pyrotechnics, while players joined the celebrations, similar to a Champions League victory. Sevilla opened the scoring through Rúben Vargas in the 17th minute, but goals from Johnny Cardoso and Cucho Hernández secured a 2-1 victory.

𝐶𝑖𝑒𝑛 𝑚𝑎𝑛𝑒𝑟𝑎𝑠 𝑑𝑒 𝑞𝑢𝑒𝑟𝑒𝑟𝑡𝑒 𝑐𝑜𝑚𝑜 𝑠𝑖𝑒𝑚𝑝𝑟𝑒 𝑡𝑒 ℎ𝑒 𝑞𝑢𝑒𝑟𝑖𝑑𝑜. pic.twitter.com/u7BCDO8OUC

— Real Betis Balompié 🌴💚 (@RealBetis) April 3, 2025

Betis sit 6th in La Liga, the last spot to qualify for European competitions. The team defeated Vitória 4-0 in Portugal to qualify for the next round of the Conference League, scheduled for next week against Polish side Jagiellonia Białystok. 

The loan of Antony has been the major game-changer of the season, with his dynamism on the wing allowing Pellegrini to play a more offensive brand of football, aided by the return of Isco. Although Antony is happy at the club, a transfer is unlikely due to his high wages at Manchester United.

𝗗𝗼𝗻’𝘁 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗽 𝗠𝗲 𝗡𝗼𝘄.#BarçaRealBetis pic.twitter.com/f56PwXw3yv

— Real Betis Balompié 🌴💚 (@RealBetis) April 2, 2025

Abde Ezzalzouli remains sidelined through injury, while Isco, Marc Roca, and Youssuf Sabaly are waiting for medical clearance.

Betis predicted line-up vs Barcelona

Betis predicted line-up vs Barcelona (4-2-3-1): Adrián; Ricardo Rodríguez, Bartra, Llorente, Sabaly; Fornals, Johnny Cardoso; Jesús Rodríguez, Isco, Antony; Cucho Hernández.

Barcelona vs Betis Head-to-Head Statistics

The history of Barcelona against Betis is several decades old, with forty-four matches disputed between the two teams. Barcelona dominate this fixture with 25 wins, while Betis have only managed six. In the remaining 9 matches, the two teams shared points. 

The last encounter between the two ended in a crushing 5-1 victory for Barcelona at Montjuic in the Copa del Rey, deemed one of the most perfect games of the season according to Barcelona fans. 

Barcelona have not lost a match against Betis in four years, losing 1-0 in December 2021 with Juanmi scoring in the 79th minute. 

Barcelona vs Betis Player Focus

While Lamine Yamal may seem like the obvious choice, Lewandowski has been one of La Liga’s standout players and is the frontrunner for the Pichichi Trophy. 

Lewandowski has registered 25 goals, and his physical dominance is one of the reasons he is likely to be a difficult player to track for Betis defenders. They do not have a tall player who can match him in the air. Besides that, the team has always struggled against dominant players in the box.

🇵🇱🔝 Robert Lewandowski (36) has 38 goals and counting for Barça this season! 💥

His recent finish vs Girona. 😮‍💨 pic.twitter.com/vbvBvzvQTd

— EuroFoot (@eurofootcom) April 1, 2025

Isco, the team’s main playmaker and attacking linchpin, may not feature as he awaits medical clearance. As such, the focus is likely to shift to Antony, who has been the second most important player in the attack. Given Barcelona’s vulnerability to counter-attacks, Betis could exploit Antony’s flank as a key route forward. 

Barcelona vs Betis Analysis

Betis rely on their attacking quartet to outscore their adversaries in counter-attack, but they will need to readapt their strategy against Barcelona. The last time Betis tried to apply their usual tactics, a 5-1 defeat taught them a lesson. 

Barcelona have the superior attacking power, while Betis must be careful with Barcelona’s offside trap. La Liga teams have regularly been caught in it, especially those relying on counter-attacks like Betis. 

Barcelona vs Betis Prediction

• Prediction: Barcelona to win
• Odds: 1.336 (22Bet)
• Score Prediction: Barcelona 2-0 Betis

While Barcelona are favoured by betting odds, a thrashing like the 5-1 victory in the Copa del Rey is unlikely. Hansi Flick’s team had an intense game against Atlético de Madrid, and Dani Olmo will not recover in time for the upcoming match. Hansi Flick will have to choose who to rest, with the encounter against Dortmund in mind. 

Despite that, Barcelona are expected to win, undefeated in four years against Betis. It is rare for teams that lack coherence in pressing to trouble Barcelona, especially with defensive shortcomings like Betis.

Barcelona vs Betis Betting Tip

• Pick: Robert Lewandowski to score
• Odds: 1.83 (22Bet)

Despite his reputation, Lewandowski’s 25 La Liga goals have been a surprise following a disappointing 2023/24 season. He has imposed himself as the best striker in Spain, and possibly in Europe too. With Betis lacking the resources to match him in the penalty box, it would be hardly surprising if he were to score.

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