Real Betis and AS Roma meet in UEFA Europa League Group C action in Seville in midweek. This should be one of the most exciting matchups on today’s Europa League schedule.
The Spanish side have taken maximum points and are already safely through to the knockout phase. However, Betis will want to advance straight through to the Round of 16. Roma have plenty of work to do, as Jose Mourinho’s men have collected just three points from a possible nine.
Read on for the latest Europa League stats and the best Betis vs Roma odds and predictions.
Real Betis vs. AS Roma Game Info and Analysis
Matchup Information
Real Betis and AS Roma meet again a week after they squared off in the Italian capital. The Spaniards are assured of a place in the next round, while Roma will be looking to join them in the knockouts.
The Benito Villamarin is quite a venue when the fans are in full voice, and Betis will be looking to move on to 12 points with a home victory on Thursday. Check out the top Europa League predictions and best Betis vs Roma odds in our betting preview.
Real Betis Performance Recap and Analysis
Real Betis have been the real deal in Europe this season, sitting top of the Europa League standings in Group C. After three wins from three, Betis are through to the next phase. However, will they go straight through to the last 16, or does a place in the knockout round play-offs await for Manuel Pellegrini and his men?
The Green and Whites kicked off the group with a solid 2-0 away win against HJK in Finland. On matchday two, Betis edged a five-goal thriller against Ludogorets Razgrad at the Benito Villamarin. The Spanish team kept up their winning start with three points in Rome last week.
Betis have also made a solid start in La Liga. They have collected 16 points after five wins, two defeats and one draw from eight league encounters. Pellegrini’s side are currently six points behind joint leaders Barcelona and Real Madrid in fifth. Last term, Betis finished fifth with 65 points to their name.
Real have made a superb start to their 2022-23 season, winning eight of their opening 11 league and cup fixtures. They were held to a goalless draw at Rayo Valladolid last time out, so the side from Seville will be looking to get back to winning ways here.
Key Injuries
Betis could be without Nabil Fekir, who is still nursing a muscle injury. Juanmi could also miss out, while Victor Camarasa is a doubt with a knee issue, though the 28-year-old is back in training.
Betting Trends to Know
Due to their fine form in the Europa League, the smart money is going on Betis. They drew a blank in their last fixture, but Real have only failed to score in one other game this season. They should find the net on home soil on Thursday. Also, they have scored two or more goals on six occasions.
AS Roma Performance Recap and Analysis
Mourinho’s AS Roma finished sixth in Serie A last term, booking their place in the group stage of the 2022-23 Europa League as a result. They also went all the way in the inaugural UEFA Europa Conference League, beating Feyenoord in the final to get their hands on the new European trophy.
The Yellow and Reds have struggled in the Europa League so far this season. It all started with a poor 2-1 away loss to Razgrad, though they did bounce back with a comfortable 3-0 home success over Finnish side HJK in game two. However, the Italians were then beaten by Betis at the Stadio Olimpico last week.
This season’s Serie A looks as competitive as ever. Roma have won six of their opening nine matches but are only in sixth. In-form Napoli lead the way on 23 points, with Roma currently four points behind. They have won two in a row in the league, seeing off Inter Milan and Lecce.
Having taken just three points from three Europa League games, Roma cannot afford to drop many more points. They are in third position as we enter matchday four, six points behind leaders Betis and a point behind Ludogorets. In truth, they are in a direct battle with Razgrad for the remaining knockout place.
Key Injuries
Former Liverpool man Georginio Wijnaldum is a doubt, while Paulo Dybala, who went off after scoring the penalty on Sunday, will miss out with a muscle injury. After his sending-off in the reverse game, Nicolo Zaniolo will miss the trip to Spain through suspension.
Betting Trends to Know
This will no doubt be a tough game for the Italian side, but Roma have won their last two away fixtures, including an impressive 2-1 success over Inter Milan in the San Siro earlier in the month. Giallorossi have only failed to score in one away game this term, so we fancy the visitors to find the net in Seville.
Real Betis vs. AS Roma Odds
Looking at the latest Betis vs Roma odds, the home side are the slight favourite, with the bookies offering solid Europa League odds of +155 for a home win. Roma desperately need the points, and you can get +175 for the away side to prevail. The draw, which would suit the hosts more, is currently available at +240.
Real Betis vs. AS Roma Betting Picks
On paper, there is not a lot to split Real Betis and Roma. The home team have been faultless in Europe up until now, while the Serie A side will be out for revenge after losing at home to the Spaniards a week ago.
The bookies are having a tough time splitting the pair, though Betis are fancied to edge it. Three goals were scored in last week’s game, and we are backing over 2.5 goals to be netted in this one (evens). Our money is going on the draw and both teams to score at +333.
Real Betis vs. AS Roma Score Prediction
In terms of the correct score, the top Europa League odds of +1200 for the 2-2 stalemate have really caught the eye. Both teams will be gunning for all three points at the Benito Villamarin, which should make for an entertaining European matchup in Spain.
Champions League Pick: 2-2 (Correct Score)
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