LaLiga returns with an exciting Andalusian-Basque showdown as Real Betis hosts Real Sociedad at the Estadio La Cartuja. Both teams will be looking for a crucial victory to improve their positions in the early stages of the league season.
Match Details:
CompetitionDateKick-off (GMT)VenueLaLigaSeptember 19, 20257:00 PMEstadio La Cartuja, Seville, Spain
Team Form and Analysis:
Real Betis enters this match with a mixed run of form in LaLiga. They have accumulated six points from their first five matches, with one win, three draws, and one defeat, placing them in 10th position. The hosts are coming off a 2-2 away draw against Levante and will be looking to secure their first home victory since the opening weekend. Manager Manuel Pellegrini will be aiming to get his team back on track with a strong performance. Betis will be without key players like Ricardo Rodriguez and Isco due to injury. New signing Antony, returning to the club, is expected to play in his first home match.
Real Sociedad, meanwhile, has had a disappointing start to their campaign. They have only managed to secure two points from their first four matches, with two draws and two losses, leaving them in 17th position. The visitors are coming off a 2-1 away defeat to Real Madrid and are still searching for their first league win. Manager Imanol Alguacil will be hoping his team can turn their fortunes around and secure a much-needed victory. They will be without key players like Yangel Herrera and Orri Oskarsson.
Head-to-Head:
The historical head-to-head record between these two clubs is in favor of Real Betis. In their last ten meetings, Betis has won five, Real Sociedad has won two, and three have ended in a draw. Betis also secured a dominant 3-0 victory in their last home encounter against Real Sociedad.
Player to Watch:
Real Betis: All eyes will be on their key attacking players, particularly new signing Antony, who will be making his first home appearance for the club. The creativity of Pablo Fornals and Giovani Lo Celso, both of whom have scored two goals each this season, will also be vital in breaking down the Real Sociedad defense.
Real Sociedad: The focus for Real Sociedad will be on their veteran striker Mikel Oyarzabal, who has a good record against Betis with six career goals. The creativity of Takefusa Kubo and the pace of Ander Barrenetxea will also be key for the visitors.
Prediction:
Given Real Betis’s superior recent form, their home advantage, and their dominant historical record against Real Sociedad, they are the clear favorites to win this match. While Real Sociedad will be highly motivated to secure their first points in the competition, it is difficult to see them overcoming the quality of the Betis team, especially with their struggles on the road. A comfortable home victory for Real Betis seems like a very likely outcome.
Live Stream and TV Broadcast:
You can watch the Real Betis vs Real Sociedad match live on the following platforms, subject to availability in your region:
UK: TNT Sports, DAZN
USA: ESPN Deportes, ESPN App, FuboTV, Sling TV
Canada: TSN
India: JioTV
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