Celta Vigo vs Real Betis Prediction, Preview, Predicted Lineups and Team News | LaLiga, February 8, 2025

Celta Vigo vs Real Betis Preview

• Competition: LaLiga.
• Date: Saturday, February 6.
• Time: 1:00 PM GMT.
• Venue: Estadio de Balaidos.

Celta Vigo vs Real Betis will take place at Balaidos on Saturday, February 6 in the early kick-off slot in matchday 22 in LaLiga.

The hosts find themselves in 13^th place with 25 points so far. However, they have been in poor form of late and could risk slipping further down the table. Celta Vigo are winless in their last five across competitions, recording four defeats and one draw. They have let in a concerning 12 goals and scored just six in reply. While scoring in each game is good, they will need to find a way to escape this downward spiral. They fell 2-1 to Valencia last time and will look to do better.

Betis, on the other hand, are in a slightly better vein of form as they sit three places above in 10^th with 29 points. They have won just one of their last five games, though, losing three and drawing one. In this run, Real Betis have scored just five goals, but have conceded 11 goals. Should they have any hopes of climbing up to the European spots, they will need to perform better. A 2-2 draw against Athletic Club in their last match would have given them some confidence.

On that note, let’s take a look at the team news from both camps.

Celta Vigo Team News

Manager Claudio Giraldez fielded a strong lineup in his team’s last game but they fell to a 2-1 defeat away from home. Few players performed well, and the manager used all five subs as well, with concerns about wing-back Franco Cervi’s fitness after he picked up a knock.

Another player out injured is talismanic forward Iago Aspas, who is recovering from a foot injury and could be out until the end of February. Meanwhile, Carl Starfelt and Ilaix Moriba are suspended after picking up red cards.

Real Betis Team News

Manager Manuel Pellegrini fielded a strong lineup in his team’s last match as they secured a 2-2 draw at home. Most players performed at a decent level and the manager also used up five substitutions during the match.

However, they will be without five players due to injuries. Aitor Ruibal (ankle), Ezequiel Avila (muscle), Hector Bellerin (contusion), Pablo Fornals (muscle) and William Carvalho (cruciate ligament) will all miss out as they continue to recover.

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Celta Vigo vs Real Betis Predicted Lineups

Celta Vigo Predicted Lineup (3-4-3)

Goalkeeper: Vicente Guaita.

Defenders: Javi Rodriguez, Hugo Sotelo, Carlos Dominguez.

Midfielders: Sergio Carreira, Fran Beltran (C), Damian Rodriguez, Anastasios Douvikas.

Forwards: Pablo Duran, Borja Iglesias, Williot Swedberg.

Real Betis Predicted Lineup (4-2-3-1)

Goalkeeper: Adrian.

Defenders: Angel Ortiz, Diego Llorente, Natan, Romain Perraud.

Midfielders: Johnny, Sergi Altimira, Isco (C).

Forwards: Antony, Jesus Rodriguez, Cedric Bakambu.

Head-to-Head Record

Due to being part of the same division for several years simultaneously, these two teams have crossed paths very often. However, the outcomes of late have been very one-sided. Celta Vigo have won three of the last five meetings, Real Betis have won one, and there has been one draw.

Key Players to Watch

Borja Iglesias (Celta Vigo)

Iglesias has been among the goals for his team this season and has chipped in with five goals in LaLiga. Those have come from 4.72 xG, meaning he will have to improve his finishing. In his last five games, he has attempted three shots on target, has made two blocks, and also scored one goal.

Antony (Real Betis)

The on-loan Brazilian winger put in an encouraging performance in his debut for his new club. He looked at ease with the pace of the match and the space he was afforded to play in. With no goal contributions in LaLiga so far, Antony will be itching to get off the mark soon enough.

Celta Vigo vs Real Betis Prediction

Going by the recent head-to-head record, Celta have a clear upper hand with their recent results. Add to that the fact they will be playing at home, meaning this should be a straightforward win for the hosts against Real Betis.

Prediction: Celta Vigo 2-1 Real Betis.

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