SD Huesca vs Real Betis Prediction, Lineups, Preview and Team News | Copa del Rey, January 3, 2025
SD Huesca vs Real Betis Preview
- Date: Friday, January 3
- Kick-off Time: 2:30 pm GMT
- Venue: Estadio El Alcoraz
SD Huesca will host Real Betis on Friday at the Estadio El Alcoraz in round 32 of the Copa Del Rey. The hosts have been going through a fine form since December 2024 as they are yet to lose a game. They have very much relied on their stoic defence. They come into this game after a 1-1 draw against Levante. In the early round of the Spanish Cup competition, they come into this game after defeating Badalona Futur 2-0 and Gimnastic 0-1 to reach round 32 of the competition.
Huesca are currently in the Segunda Division and are unbeaten in their last seven games in the all competitions, winning five out of them. In the league, they are currently placed at sixth with 33 points. They have played 21 matches and out of those they have won nine, lost six and drew six.
On the other hand, Real Betis will play their first official game of the new year 2025. They have been struggling in the league and will have a chance to get to a new start. They are currently placed ninth in the league table with 25 points. They have won six, lost five and drew seven out of the 18 games they played. In the Spanish Cup competition, Manuel Pellegrini’s side began their campaign with a 6-1 win over sixth-tier Gevora. That game saw five different players get their names on the scoresheet. They reached the round of 32 phase after defeating fourth-tier Sant Andreu 3-1. They are currently on an unbeaten streak of six games across all competitions, winning four.
SD Huesca Team News
SD Huesca manager Antonio Hidalgo does not have a long list of injuries to deal with. They will be without the services of Hugo Vallejo and Javi Perez due to respective injuries. Patrick Soko will probably be the first name on the team sheet as he had six goals and an assist across all competitions. The manager will rely on the services of Oscar Sielva and Hernandez in the midfield.
Real Betis Team News
Manuel Pellegrini has a long list of injuries to deal with as many players are their who are recovering. The manager will be without the services of Hector Bellerin, Marc Roca, Ricardo Rodriguez, Rui Silva and William Carvalho due to their respective injuries. Giovanni Lo Celso will be a key player in Pellegrini’s system to ensure that the team goes into the next round. He has so far scored seven goals and made one assist across all competitions.
SD Huesca vs Real Betis Predicted Lineups
SD Huesca Predicted Lineup (3-5-2)
Goalkeeper: Jimenez
Defenders: Blasco, Pulido, Gonzalez
Midfielders: Abad, Hernandez, Sielva, Kortajarena, Vilarrasa
Attackers: Soko, Enrich
Real Betis Predicted Lineup (4-2-3-1)
Goalkeeper: Vieites
Defenders: Sabaly, Bartra, Llorente, Perraud
Midfielders: Altimira, Cardoso, Isco
Attackers: Ezzalzouli, Lo Celso, Roque
SD Huesca vs Real Betis H2H Record
In recent times, both teams have faced each other six times. Out of which Real Betis have won four game and SD Huesca have emerged victorious in one occasion. Only one game has ended in a draw.
| Result | Date and Competition |
| Real Betis 1-0 SD Huesca | 2021, La Liga |
| SD Huesca 0-2 Real Betis | 2021, La Liga |
| Real Betis 2-1 SD Huesca | 2019, La Liga |
| SD Huesca 2-1 Real Betis | 2019, La Liga |
| Real Betis 3-1 SD Huesca | 2011, Segunda Division |
Key Players to Watch Out For in SD Huesca vs Real Betis
Patrick Soko (SD Huesca)
The 27-year-old attacker has been in top form for the hosts this season . He has so far had seven goal contributions in the Segunda Division producing six goals and an assist. Out of the 18 games available, he had started in 16 of them and was able to make a difference.
Giovanni Lo Celso (Real Betis)
The 28-year-old Argentine midfielder has been a crucial figure for Pellegrini’s Real Betis side in attack this season. He has contributed eight goal contributions to the team’s cause, producing seven goals and one assist so far this season. He will look to carry on with that form in the new year and take his team ahead in the Spanish Cup competition.
SD Huesca vs Real Betis Prediction
SD Huesca has been in fine form lately and will be expected to perform well as they face Real Betis. Patrick Soko will be a player to watch out for in this game as it could give the visitors a tough time. The quality Real Betis has it will be very expected that they will see out the game with a positive result.
Predicted Score: SD Huesca 1-2 Real Betis
Where to Watch SD Huesca vs Real Betis Live?
| Country | Where to watch |
| USA | ESPN |
| UK | Premier Sports, La Liga TV |
| India | FanCode |
| Spain | Movistar LALIGA TV, DAZN La Liga |
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FAQs
Q. When is SD Huesca vs Real Betis?
The SD Huesca vs Real Betis match will be played on 3ʳᵈ January at the Estadio El Alcoraz.
Q. Where to watch SD Huesca vs Real Betis live for free?
The SD Huesca vs Real Betis match can be watched on ITV.
Q. What is the predicted score in SD Huesca vs Real Betis?
Our predicted score for the upcoming SD Huesca vs Real Betis fixture is 1-2 to Real Betis.
Q. What is the head-to-head record for SD Huesca vs Real Betis?
In recent times, both teams have faced each other six times. Out of which Real Betis have won four game and SD Huesca have emerged victorious in one occasion. Only one game has ended in a draw.