The rescheduled Matchday 6 clash in La Liga between Celta Vigo and Real Betis will take place on August 27 at the Balaídos Stadium in Vigo. Celta Vigo vs. Real Betis: prediction and betting odds, statistics.
Celta Vigo
The Galicians have only picked up 1 point so far. The team started with a surprising home defeat to Getafe (0-2). In the second round, they had a chance to claim victory in an away match against Mallorca, but after leading, they couldn't hold onto their advantage, conceding an equalizer in the 87th minute – 1-1. Interestingly, before this, Celta had a 10-match uncompromising streak in the championship, securing 5 wins and 5 losses.
- At least two goals have been scored in 11 of Celta's last 12 La Liga games.
- Both teams scored in 5 of Celta's last 7 league matches.
- The team has scored only 1 goal in the second half in their last 5 La Liga matches.
Predicted lineup for Celta Vigo (5-3-2)
Andrei Radu – Joel Lago, Oscar Mingueza, Xavi Rodriguez, Marcos Alonso, Mihailo Ristic – Williot Swedberg, Ilaix Moriba, Fran Beltran – Ferran Jutgla, Iago Aspas.
Real Betis
The Sevillians remain unbeaten in the new season, collecting 4 points from two rounds. In the first round, the club drew away against Elche (1-1), and in the next match at home, they managed to snatch a victory over Alaves (1-0). Notably, in their last 9 league matches, Betis has suffered only 1 defeat, achieving 4 wins and 4 draws.
- Both teams scored in 12 of Betis's last 13 La Liga games.
- Betis opened the scoring in 7 of their last 10 La Liga matches.
- The club has not lost in 7 of their last 8 away league matches (4 wins and 3 draws).
Predicted lineup for Real Betis (5-4-1)
Pau Lopez – Nathan, Aitor Ruibal, Junior Firpo, Marc Bartra, Hector Bellerin – Rodrigo Riquelme, Pablo Fornals, Sergi Altimira, Giovani Lo Celso – Cucho.
Referee
Jesus Gil Manzano (Spain)
Matches – 20 (La Liga, 2024/25–2025/26);
Yellow cards shown (including second yellows) – 107;
Average yellow cards per match – 5.4;
Red cards shown – 7;
Average fouls per match – 23;
Penalties – 30%.
Celta Vigo vs. Real Betis: Match Prediction
The upcoming match promises to be high-scoring. The Galicians will aim to secure their first win in La Liga 2025/26, and they need to perform well in attack. Celta is capable of scoring, especially at home, where they have found the net in 14 of their last 16 La Liga matches. However, they have also conceded in 6 of their last 7 home league games.
Matches involving the Sevillians consistently produce goals. Both teams scored in 12 consecutive La Liga matches until the last round. Moreover, both teams found the net in all 9 of their last away league matches. Additionally, both teams scored in the last 5 head-to-head meetings in La Liga.
My prediction: Both teams to score – yes
* The lineup for each team reflects their starting eleven in their last match in this tournament.
