The historic Mestalla Stadium is the setting for a crucial La Liga clash as Valencia host high-flying Real Betis for this Matchday 12 fixture. The home side, Valencia, are in the midst of a troubling period, currently sitting in the relegation zone following a run of six games without a league win. Manager Carlos Corberán is under intense pressure as his side desperately seeks a victory to pull themselves out of the bottom three. They face a Real Betis team, managed by the experienced Manuel Pellegrini, who are enjoying a successful campaign, sitting comfortably in 5th position and arriving in Valencia on the back of consecutive victories in both La Liga and the UEFA Europa League. This match pits Valencia’s need for an immediate turnaround against Betis’s formidable form and unbeaten away record this season.
Match Details
This Sunday evening fixture is a critical test for a struggling Valencia side against one of the league’s most consistent performers.
DetailInformationCompetitionLa Liga – Matchday 12DateSunday, November 9, 2025Kick-off6:30 PM CET (5:30 PM GMT)VenueMestalla Stadium, Valencia, Spain
Team Form and Analysis for Valencia
Domestic Form and Season Performance
Valencia are enduring a crisis in form, currently occupying 18th position in the La Liga table with a concerning 9 points from 11 matches. Their record stands at just two wins, three draws, and six defeats.
Los Che (The Bats) are winless in their last six league matches, a run that has included four defeats. Their last league outing was a punishing 4-0 away loss to league leaders Real Madrid, a result that followed a 2-0 home defeat to Villarreal. Critically, Valencia have failed to score in their last three league matches, highlighting a severe issue in their attacking play. Their defence has also been weak, conceding 20 goals in 11 games—one of the worst records in the league. However, the club has received a boost with key players like striker Hugo Duro and goalkeeper Julen Agirrezabala returning to training this week, raising hopes for an improved performance in front of their home crowd, where they have secured two of their three wins this season.
Key Player: Arnaut Danjuma
Winger/forward Arnaut Danjuma remains one of Valencia’s primary attacking threats, leading the team’s scoring charts with three goals this season. The forward possesses blistering pace and the ability to strike from distance, which makes him a constant worry for opposition defences. With the team struggling severely for goals, Danjuma’s output will be crucial. His role, whether starting or coming off the bench, will be to inject pace and directness into an attack that has been too often stagnant in recent weeks.
Team Form and Analysis for Real Betis
Domestic Form and European Performance
Real Betis are enjoying an excellent season, currently sitting in 5th position in the La Liga table with 19 points from 11 matches. Their record comprises five wins, four draws, and two defeats.
Los Verdiblancos (The Green and Whites) arrive in Valencia on a powerful wave of momentum, having secured three consecutive victories across all competitions. In La Liga, they produced a dominant 3-0 home triumph over Mallorca last weekend. Their winning run continued in the UEFA Europa League in midweek with a comfortable 2-0 victory over Lyon, where goals from Antony and Abde Ezzalzouli sealed the result. Betis boast a strong overall attacking record, scoring 18 goals in the league. Furthermore, they are the only team in La Liga to remain undefeated away from home this season (W1, D4), demonstrating their resilience and tactical discipline under Manuel Pellegrini.
Key Player: Pablo Fornals
Attacking midfielder Pablo Fornals has been instrumental in Real Betis’s success this season. The Spanish international is the team’s top assist provider with four assists and has also scored two goals in the league. Fornals’ influence extends beyond his statistics; his exceptional vision, high passing volume, and ability to link the midfield with the forward line make him the creative heartbeat of the team. Given Valencia’s struggling midfield and leaky defence, Fornals will be expected to dictate the tempo and create numerous chances.
Head-to-Head Record between the Teams
The head-to-head history is dominated by the home side, though recent results have been competitive with both teams sharing the spoils.
MetricValencia WinsDrawsReal Betis WinsTotal Competitive Meetings682944Most Recent Result (May 2025)Real Betis 1-1 Valencia (A)Average Goals Per Game (Last 5)3.4 goals
Valencia comfortably leads the overall head-to-head record against Real Betis. However, the five most recent competitive meetings have been high-scoring affairs, averaging 3.4 goals per game, and have seen a balanced exchange of results. The corresponding fixture last season saw Valencia claim a strong 4-2 home victory. The most recent clash ended in a 1-1 draw in Seville in May 2025. This history indicates that while Betis can challenge their hosts, Valencia often manages to find success, especially at the Mestalla.
Players to Watch
Valencia
Hugo Duro (Forward): Having recovered from a recent knock, Duro will be key to Valencia’s attack. He has a history of stepping up in crucial moments, and his direct running and pressing intensity will be vital in unsettling the Betis defence.
José Gayà (Defender): The experienced captain and left-back provides both defensive solidity and an important attacking outlet. His leadership and overlapping runs will be essential for creating width and delivering crosses into the box.
Real Betis
Antony (Winger): The Brazilian winger has been a standout performer, leading the team with four goals and scoring in both the last league and Europa League fixtures. His pace, trickery, and left-footed strikes pose a constant danger on the right flank.
Guido Rodríguez (Midfielder): The Argentine defensive midfielder provides essential ballast in the centre of the pitch. His tactical intelligence, ball-winning ability, and passing accuracy will be critical for breaking up Valencia’s play and initiating Betis’s counter-attacks.
Prediction
This match presents a classic clash of narratives: a struggling giant desperate for points versus a cohesive, confident side aiming for European football. Valencia’s home advantage, bolstered by the return of key players, is their biggest hope. However, their dreadful run of form, combined with Real Betis’s current momentum and their unique distinction as the league’s only team with an undefeated away record, makes the visitors the strong favourites. Betis’s superior attacking output and solidity should prove too much for a Valencia side that is conceding nearly two goals per game. Expect Betis to maintain their excellent run and secure a narrow victory in a match where both sides are likely to find the net.
Score Prediction: Valencia 1-2 Real Betis
Live Stream and TV Broadcast Information
This La Liga fixture is scheduled for broadcast across various platforms globally.
In the United Kingdom (UK), the match is available to stream live on Viaplay Sports 2 and the La Liga TV channel. Coverage starts shortly before the 5:30 PM GMT kick-off.
In the United States (US), the match is available to watch and stream live on ESPN Deportes, ESPN+, and Fubo TV. The kick-off time is 12:30 PM ET / 9:30 AM PT.
Check local TV and streaming listings in other regions for the most accurate broadcast information.
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