The giants from “Santiago Bernabéu” did not win any trophies last year, which ultimately led to Ancelotti leaving his post. However, there are also many questions about Xabi Alonso. Losing to PSG in the Club World Cup was one thing, but then the team lost the lead in La Liga and suffered several setbacks in the Champions League. In addition, the coach’s conflict with at least Vinícius is no secret to anyone. As a result, they finished four points behind Barcelona, despite having confidently beaten them in “El Clásico.”
The Seville club has long been managed by Pellegrini, who maintains a stable level. Moreover, after finishing sixth and reaching the Conference League final last season, things are going quite well this year too. They continue to compete in the Copa del Rey, and in the Europa League, they are one of the leaders of the main stage. Finally, in La Liga, after a 4-0 win over Getafe, they’ve consolidated their hold on sixth place.
One of the favorites scored exactly two goals per game on average, but also conceded 0.89 per match. For Antoñi and company, the situation is a bit worse: 1.71 scored and 1.12 conceded per match.
Real Madrid have won three times in a row
50% of Real Madrid’s matches end with both teams scoring, with an average total of 2.89 goals per match
Betis have won three of their last six matches
59% of Betis’ matches end with both teams scoring, with an average total of 2.82 goals per match.
Real Madrid (probable lineup): Courtois – Fran García, Heisen, Rüdiger, Asensio – Bellingham, Tchouaméni, Güler – Vinícius Júnior, Mbappé, Rodrygo.
Betis (probable lineup): Valles – R. Rodriguez, Natan, Bartra, Ortiz – Roca, Deossa, Ruibal, Fornals, Antoñi – Hernandez.
