Betis vs Real Sociedad Preview, Prediction, Odds, Betting Tips 16.02.2025

• Date and Time: Sunday, February 16, 2025, 21:00 GMT+1
• Venue: Benito Villamarin, Sevilla, Spain

Betis vs Real Sociedad Preview and Team News

Betis Team News

Betis won the first leg of their playoff tie against Gent with a commanding 3-0 victory, thanks to goals from Sergi Altimira, Cédric Bakambu, and Antony. This was Brazilian dos Santos’ second goal for his new team in three matches, reinforcing that it was the right move after a difficult spell at Manchester United. 

Our hosts defeated Celta Vigo (3-2) at Balaídos despite trailing by two goals midway. The second half was dramatic, with Los Celestes equalizing before our Betis secured a late winner. 

𝑳𝒐𝒗𝒆 𝒊𝒔 𝒊𝒏 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒂𝒊𝒓 🥰 pic.twitter.com/W9L5HpucK1

— Real Betis Balompié (@RealBetis_en) February 14, 2025

Currently, the home side sit 11th in La Liga, having won just one of their previous five games. Despite fan criticism of head coach Manuel Pellegrini, the club president reiterated that he has the full backing of the board. There is no alternative being considered.

Betis have struggled with injuries this season, particularly affecting Isco and Lo Celso. Both men struggled with fitness early in the season, which partly explains the drop in performance. Although they’ve recovered, Manuel Pellegrini still does not have a fully fit squad.

Pablo Fornals, Hector Bellerín, Aitor Ruibal, and William Carvalho remain out due to injury. Romain Perraud is suspended for the match.

Betis predicted lineup vs Real Sociedad (4-2-3-1): Adrián; Rodriguez, Natan, Llorente, Ortiz; Altimira, Cardoso; Lo Celso, Isco, Antony; Vitor Roque.

Real Sociedad Team News

Like Betis, Real Sociedad must also go through the playoffs to reach the knockout stage—though in the Europa League rather than the Conference League. 

Imanol Alguacil’s team defeated Danish Midtjylland in Denmark 2-1, inspired by Takefusa Kubo. Although he didn’t score the opener—Brais converted a penalty 20 minutes earlier. Kubo’s goal provided the side with the confidence to keep attacking.

🔚 FULL-TIME!! Crucial away win. (1/2)

💙 Let’s seal the qualification at Reale Arena!#UEL pic.twitter.com/h8cwMltozk

— Real Sociedad 🇺🇸 🇬🇧 (@RealSociedadEN) February 13, 2025

Real Sociedad disposed of Osasuna (2-1) in the Copa del Rey quarterfinals and will face Real Madrid at the end of the month. This is likely the club’s only chance at silverware this season, as they sit seventh in La Liga. 

The squad have struggled with inconsistency this season, lacking a true number nine since Isak’s departure and making underwhelming investments like Cho and Oskarsson. 

Aihen Muñoz and Hamari Traoré will be sidelined with injuries.

Real Sociedad predicted lineup vs Betis(4-3-3): Remiro; Aramburu, Elustondo, Aguerd, López; Zubimendi; Kubo, Sučić, Méndez, Gómez; Oyarzabal.

Betis vs Real Sociedad Prediction

• Prediction: Draw
• Odds: 3.175 (22Bet)
• Score Prediction: Betis 1-1 Real Sociedad

Although Real Sociedad have dominated this clash in the last few years, a victory is unlikely for the Basques. They’ll play away from home and are uncertain whether Igor Zubeldia will be available.

Both teams have been inconsistent, but the visitors’ slightly better form in the last five games does make them the favorites. However, without a number nine, they’ll struggle to score more goals. As such, a draw seems fair.

Betis vs Real Sociedad Betting Tip

• Pick: Antony to score
• Odds: 4.5 (22Bet)

Antony’s been in the spotlight since his arrival at Betis. The Brazilian has regained form, scoring both domestically and internationally. 

Following Assane Diao’s departure, Manuel Pellegrini needed a winger capable of tracking back and attacking. Antony has fit that role well and looks to revive his career after a challenging time in Manchester. 

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