Villarreal vs Real Betis

Villarreal arrive at this fixture searching for answers after a difficult run, having picked up 2 points from their last 5 games. Their attacking output stands at 8 goals in 5 matches.

Switching attention to Real Betis, their form tells a rather different story. Recent form suggests Real Betis are in red-hot form — 4 wins, 0 draws and 1 losses in their last 5. With 8 goals in their last 5, their attack has been a real threat, while defensively they have conceded relatively few (1.4 per game). In recent encounters between these sides, Real Betis have dominated with 4 wins, with 1 home wins, 4 away wins and 1 draws. With 20 goals in 6 games (3.3 per match), the fixture has a reputation for entertainment.

Expect attacking ambition here: both sides have regularly found the net, and each will back themselves to outscore the other. It could take several goals to settle this fixture. As the stronger side on paper, Real Betis will want to dictate proceedings. However, Villarreal will be well aware of the threat they pose and may look to frustrate and hit on the break.

The form table points one way, and it favours Real Betis, who will back themselves to make home advantage count for little. The form guide points clearly in one direction, but football has a habit of defying expectations. Kick-off in the La Liga awaits.