La Liga Preview: Real Betis vs Deportivo Alavés

Match Overview

Fixture: Real Betis vs Deportivo Alavés
Date & Time: Friday, 22 August 2025, 21:30 CET
Venue: Estadio La Cartuja (temporary, due to renovations at Benito Villamarín)
Broadcast: M+ LaLiga TV, M+ LaLiga HDR, and live updates via AS.com

Recent Form & Stakes

Real Betis: Opened the season with a 1–1 draw against Elche, showing defensive stability but lacking attacking bite.
Alavés: Claimed a dramatic late 2–1 victory over Levante and arrive unbeaten in their last five matches against Betis.

Squad Updates & Tactical Notes

Real Betis

Young midfielder Iván Corralejo has been promoted to the 22-man squad after impressive youth-level displays.
Key absences include Isco, Diego Llorente, and Marc Roca.
Coach Manuel Pellegrini emphasized fitness and adaptation to La Cartuja’s atmosphere. Antony’s possible return remains pending Manchester United’s decision.

Deportivo Alavés

Manager Eduardo Coudet is expected to field a stable XI featuring Sivera; Jonny Otto, Tenaglia, Garcés, Parada; Blanco, Pablo Ibáñez; Vicente, Guridi, Carles Aleñá, and Toni Martínez.
Defender Maras and striker Novoa are ruled out with injuries.
The club is actively exploring late transfer options, including a central defender and striker, with interest in Lucas Boyé.

Historical Context & Key Trends

Stat	Insight
Unbeaten run	Alavés are unbeaten in their last five matches against Betis.
Head-to-head	Last 10 encounters: 4 Betis wins, 3 Alavés wins, 3 draws.
Betis scoring woes	Betis have managed just 1 goal across their last 4 meetings with Alavés.

Final Thoughts & Prediction

Real Betis will aim to capitalize on home advantage despite playing at La Cartuja, but their lack of cutting edge in recent clashes with Alavés remains a concern. Eduardo Coudet’s disciplined and organized side have the tools to frustrate Betis again, though the hosts’ quality may just prevail.

🏆 Score Prediction: Real Betis 2–1 Deportivo Alavés

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