Vitória vs Betis Prediction, preview, team news and lineups 13.03.2025

• Date and Time: Thursday, March 13, 2025, 21:00 GMT+1
• Venue: Dom Afonso Henriques, Guimarães, Portugal

Vitória vs Betis Preview and Team News

Vitória Team News

Vitória sit sixth in the Portuguese league with 38 points, 21 behind leaders Sporting. 

The side won 2-1 against last-placed Boavista. Although the scoreline suggests an eventful night, both goals came from penalties. 

According to Opta’s NPxG (Non-penalty Expected Goals) data, both teams recorded under 1xG—0.95 for Vitória and 0.43 for Boavista. The former dominated the match with more than 60% possession and 19 shots. However, they were wasteful in front of goal, creating only two big chances. This is the same number as their opponents, despite the latter only shooting seven times. 

Vitória have struggled to make a difference throughout the season, drawing eleven of their 25 league matches (44%). In their previous five games, they drew three and won two. However, a 1-0 victory against 7th-placed Casa Pia demonstrated that the Portuguese squad are capable of better. 

Despite the close score, Vitória dominated the encounter, producing close to 2 xG with more than 60% possession. This is often the case, as their forwards struggle in front of the net. None of their regular starters have netted more than two league goals this term. 

Bruno Gaspar and Gustavo Silva are awaiting medical clearance. 

Vitória predicted line-up vs Betis (4-2-3-1): Varela; Joao Mendes (DF), Relvas, Borevković, Maga; Handel, Samu; Felix, Joao Mendes (MF), Arcanjo; Michel.

Betis Team News

Betis edged past Las Palmas with a 1-0 win, though their performance was far from convincing. The first half saw both teams trade counter-attacks, but neither could find the net. 

Dario Essugo received a second yellow card and was sent off with 30 minutes remaining. Only then did Betis take complete control. Diego Llorente scored four minutes later. These four consecutive victories make up their longest winning streak since 2021. 

Betis’ season in the Conference League has been somewhat different. Much like in previous European campaigns, they’ve struggled to impress. The side were 1-0 up in the 48th minute as Bakambu scored, but conceded a goal from Joao Mendes only three minutes later.

Isco restored Betis’ lead with 15 minutes remaining, but Oliveira’s equalizer highlighted their ongoing defensive frailties.

Giovani Lo Celso, Marc Roca, and Williams Carvalho remain sidelined through injury.

Betis Predicted line-up vs Victória (4-2-3-1): Adrian; R. Rodriguez, Natan, Llorente, Sabaly; Cardoso, Fornals; J. Rodriguez, Isco, Antony; J. Hernández.

Vitória vs Betis Prediction

• Prediction: Betis to win
• Odds: 2.43 (22Bet)
• Score Prediction: Vitória 0-1 Betis 

Despite underwhelming performances against Las Palmas and Vitória, the visitors are still expected to win due to their superior individual quality. Having secured their fourth victory in a row in LaLiga, Betis will bring their confidence. 

The 2-2 draw showed that the guests cannot take qualification for granted, serving as a warning that defensive complacency can be costly. 

Vitória vs Betis Betting Tip

• Pick: Isco to score
• Odds: 4 (22Bet)

Isco was always intended to be the centerpiece of Pellegrini’s project. Unfortunately, injuries sidelined him early in the season, but he’s put those setbacks behind him. 

Since his return, the Spaniard has reestablished himself as Betis’ primary playmaker, orchestrating most of their attacking moves from central areas. His performances have sparked speculation about a potential call-up to the Spanish national club under Luis de la Fuente.

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