Barcelona vs Real Betis 16.09.2023 Prediction: La Liga

Match Overview

Barcelona take on Real Betis in a match in the 5th round of La Liga on 16 September, Saturday. The home team will feel that they can get the better of their opponents, just like they did the last time these two teams met, in April earlier this year. Barcelona emerged winners by a massive 4-0 scoreline at home on that occasion. Betis, however, are no minnows.

Key Highlights 

It has to be noted that Real Betis are ranked 10th in goals scored per match (1.3 goals) so far. At the same time, they have also conceded the most number of penalties this season (2). However, the statistic that will interest Barcelona the most is that Real Betis have scored only five goals in their last five matches. This makes them vulnerable up front.

Injury Report

Ronald Araujo and Pedri will be missing in action for Barcelona in this game. Real Betis, on the other hand, will have to make do without the services of Ricardo Carvalho, Nabil Fekir, Luiz Henrique, Claudio Bravo and Aitor Ruibal.

Prediction

The home team are ranked 2nd in goals scored per match (2 goals), which is pretty high. They have also kept the most number of clean sheets in the competition (2) so far. For them, Lamine Yamal is ranked 3 in big chances created in the competition (3). Barcelona appear to be the favourites. We expect Barcelona to win this game by a very comfortable margin.