Real Betis vs Real Sociedad Prediction, Preview, Predicted Lineups and Team News | LaLiga, February 16, 2025

Real Betis vs Real Sociedad Preview

• Competition: LaLiga.
• Date: Sunday, February 16.
• Time: 8:00 PM GMT.
• Venue: Estadio Benito Villamarin.

Real Betis vs Real Sociedad will take place in matchday 24 of LaLiga in the late kick-off slot on February 16 at the Estadio Benito Villamarin.

The hosts are the chasing party and will enter this game in 13^th place with 29 points from 23 games. Despite their table position, they are only six games adrift of Rayo Vallecano in sixth, which is the last of the European spots. Real Betis are in a mixed vein of form currently, winning two, losing two and drawing one of their last five matches. However, their 3-0 away win at Gent in the Conference League last time is bound to give them confidence.

La Real, on the other hand, are eighth in the table with 31 points from 23 matches. They are just four points off the European spots and a win will bridge the gap even further. Real Sociedad will enter the next game on the back of some good form. They have won four of their last five matches across competitions, falling to one defeat in that time. They will enter the next game with confidence from their 2-1 win at Midtjylland in their last outing.

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

Real Betis Team News

Manager Manuel Pellegrini fielded a strong lineup in his team’s last league game but they fell to a 3-2 defeat. Most players performed well and the manager also used five subs without any new injuries or suspensions to report.

However, they will be without four players for the next game. Pablo Fornals (muscle), Hector Bellerin (contusion), Romain Perraud (suspension) and William Carvalho (cruciate ligament) will all miss out as they continue to recover.

Real Sociedad Team News

Manager Imanol Alguacil fielded a strong lineup in his team’s last league game which they won 2-1 against Espanyol. Most of the players performed well and looked sharp, with the manager using five subs but having no injuries or suspensions to report.

However, they will be without two players for the next match. Hamari Traore (cruciate ligament) and Jon Pacheco (muscle) will miss out as they continue to recover.

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Real Betis vs Real Sociedad Predicted Lineups

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

Goalkeeper: Adrian.

Defenders: Youssouf Sabaly, Marc Bartra, Natan, Romain Perraud.

Midfielders: Johnny, Giovani Lo Celso, Isco (C).

Forwards: Antony, Cedric Bakambu, Abdessamad Ezzalzouli.

Real Sociedad Predicted Lineup (4-3-3)

Goalkeeper: Alex Remiro.

Defenders: Jon Aramburu, Aritz Elustondo (C), Nayef Aguerd, Javi Lopez.

Midfielders: Luka Sucic, Martin Zubimendi, Pablo Marin.

Forwards: Sheraldo Becker, Orri Stein Oskarsson.

Head-to-Head Record

These two teams lock horns very often considering they both have been part of LaLiga for a long time, and also meet often in cup competitions. The recent head-to-head record between these two clubs is very balanced, though. Real Sociedad have won two of the last five meetings, Real Betis have won one, and there have been two draws.

Date	Match	Competition
02/12/24	Real Sociedad 2-0 Real Betis	LaLiga
19/05/24	Real Betis 0-2 Real Sociedad	LaLiga
17/12/23	Real Sociedad 0-0 Real Betis	LaLiga
26/04/23	Real Betis 0-0 Real Sociedad	LaLiga
31/10/22	Real Sociedad 0-2 Real Betis

Key Players to Watch in Real Betis vs Real Sociedad

Giovani Lo Celso (Real Betis)

The Argentine midfielder has been an important component in Pellegrini’s team and leads with his experience and quality in his role. He has contributed seven goals and one assist to his team’s cause so far. His goals have come from an impressive 3.35 xG, while his only assist has taken a humongous 3.49 xA to achieve.

Mikel Oyarzabal (Real Sociedad)

Although he may not start the next game, Oyarzabal has shown on several occasions throughout his career how he has a knack of scoring important goals. He has scored four goals this season and they have come from 5.05 xG, meaning he will need to improve his conversion rates a lot.

Real Betis vs Real Sociedad Prediction

Going by recent head-to-head records and their respective form guides, there is very little to separate the two. La Real’s superior form recently was canceled out with Betis’ formidable home support. This game will end in a score draw.

Prediction: Real Betis 2-2 Real Sociedad.

Where to watch Real Betis vs Real Sociedad live?

Country	Where to Watch
USA	ESPN+
UK	Premier Sports
India	GXR
Spain	DAZN.

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