Betis vs Real Sociedad Prediction & Betting Tips - LaLiga

Prediction published on 19/05/2024, 05:00  by Joseph King in LaLiga Predictions

It’s a battle for Europa League qualification in matchday 37 of the Spanish La Liga as seventh-place Real Betis host eighth-placed Real Sociedad. With Athletic Club lifting the Copa del Rey and currently sitting fifth in the standings, it means the Europa League spot drops down to sixth. It’s looking like a straight duel between Betis and Real Sociedad for that spot with Villarreal trailing by five points. There is a consolation prize as the team to miss out will likely earn a spot in the Conference League with a seventh-place finish.

Real Sociedad currently lay claim to Europa League position with their points total of 57 giving them a slim lead over Real Betis on 56. A win here for the hosts would guarantee their spot in the UEFA’s second-tier competition next season as there are only two matches remaining on the fixture list. La Real returned to winning ways in their most recent outing, scoring in just the third minute of play and holding on for a 1-0 win over Valencia. It was their second win in the last three games with both victories coming at the Anoeta.

Real Betis are ending the season in fine form as they carry a six match unbeaten run into Saturday’s showdown. Los Verdiblancos were held to a 2-2 away draw with Las Palmas in their last appearance, their second draw to go along with four victories during this purple patch. Victory for the hosts is crucial here as they will have to travel to the capital to face champions Real Madrid on the final matchday. A victory would see them holding a two-point lead and put them in good shape to finish sixth as Real Sociedad have to face Atletico for their final game. Betis will have to cope with losing star player Isco to a broken leg in the team’s draw with Las Palmas.