Real Betis have made a flying start to their first Champions League campaign in more than 20 years. They face a tough test against Borussia Dortmund at the Westfalenstadion on matchday four.

Borussia Dortmund Boosted by Draw in Der Klassiker

A 2-2 draw away to Bayern München on Saturday leaves Borussia Dortmund firmly in the German title race. Fábio Silva came off the bench to net an 89th-minute equaliser.

Silva could be rewarded with a starting role. If so, he’ll be tasked with providing support for in-form Serhou Guirassy. The 30-year-old has scored four times across his last four appearances in all competitions.

Emre Can, Giannis Konstantelias and Justin Lerma are sidelined through injury, while Julian Ryerson could earn a recall. The wing-back assisted 17 times across Bundesliga and Champions League fixtures last term.

Borussia Dortmund predicted lineup vs Real Betis (3-4-2-1): Kobel; Gadou, Anton, Schlotterbeck; Ryerson, Veerman, Nmecha, Svensson; Chukwuemeka, Silva; Guirassy.

Isco Shining as Real Betis Impress in Europe

Junior Firpo and Cucho Hernández are both recovering from injuries and will play no part for Real Betis in Germany. That clears the way for Troy Parrott to start up front again. The Irishman has failed to score in six outings since the last international break.

Isco will be the chief playmaker for the visitors. He has registered three Champions League goal contributions this season and is averaging 3.0 key passes and 2.7 shots per game.

Manuel Pellegrini is likely to recall Antony on the right flank, after the Brazilian only featured for 29 minutes in the 2-1 win over Málaga at the weekend. He’ll need to track back at times here and deal with the forward runs of Dortmund wing-back Daniel Svensson.

Real Betis predicted lineup vs Borussia Dortmund (4-2-3-1): Vallés; Bellerín, Bartra, Natan, F. García; Bernal, Roca; Antony, Isco, Ez; Parrott.

Borussia Dortmund vs Real Betis Prediction

  • Safe Tip: Real Betis to score over 0.5 goals
  • Odds: 1.3 (22Bet)
  • Correct score prediction: Borussia Dortmund 2-2 Real Betis
  • 22Bet Booking Code: ZQ4ZL

Key stats:

  • Real Betis have only failed to score in one of their 14 matches this term.
  • The Andalusians are averaging 2.33 goals per game in the Champions League.
  • Borussia Dortmund are yet to keep a clean sheet in three continental outings.

With a 100% record, Real Betis have exceeded all expectations on their return to the elite level of European football. The main risk is Pellegrini opting for a more defensive strategy, given a draw would suit the visitors here. However, they should still ask questions on the break with the pace of Abde Ez, who has netted four times in 10 appearances across all competitions.

Since the start of last season, 62% of Borussia Dortmund’s Champions League games have seen both teams score. Backing the hosts to concede at least once is a safe bet at 1.3.

Borussia Dortmund vs Real Betis Prediction, Value Tip

  • Value Tip: Real Betis to win or draw
  • Odds: 2.13 (22Bet)
  • 22Bet Booking Code: 9XLZL

Real Betis have avoided defeat in 86% of their competitive games this term. They’ve adapted well to the demands of Champions League football, with a 3-2 win at Lille their standout result.

Borussia Dortmund have been inconsistent, with only three wins from their past seven competitive outings. Backing the visitors to avoid defeat offers value at 2.13.

Verdict: Real Betis to score over 0.5 goals (1.3) — Borussia Dortmund 2-2 Real Betis.