Real Betis v Atletico Madrid
Our Real Betis – Atletico Madrid betting tip is: Atletico Madrid to win – 2.35 odds
- Both teams had to play during the week
- Atlético have won their last three meetings
- Both have won their last La Liga encounters
The La Liga matchday 11 clash between Real Betis and Atlético Madrid promises to be an exciting meeting of two ambitious teams. This Sunday, October 27, at 6:30 p.m., the whistle will blow at the Estadio Benito Villamarín in Seville when seventh-place Real Betis, with 15 points and a goal difference of +1, face third-place Atlético Madrid, with 20 points and an impressive goal difference of +10.
Under the direction of Manuel Pellegrini, Real Betis have had mixed results in recent weeks: two wins, two losses and a draw from their last five league games. In particular, the 1-0 defeat to city rivals Sevilla FC was hard to take.
Atlético Madrid, under the experienced leadership of Diego Simeone, are aiming for more points to close the gap at the top. In their last few games, the Rojiblancos have shown that they should not be underestimated, despite a few minor setbacks, with two draws and three wins. Their offense, led by stars like Antoine Griezmann, impressively demonstrated their strength in the 3-1 win against Levante on the last matchday.
Real Betis – Atletico Madrid Info
- Date & Time: 10/27/2024, 6:30 p.m.
- Venue: Benito Villamarin, Sevilla
- Competition: La Liga, Matchday 11
- TV broadcast/livestream: DAZN, OneFootball
Real Betis form & record check
Real Betis start the La Liga game against Atlético Madrid with mixed feelings. In the last ten games, Manuel Pellegrini’s team has had a mixed record: four wins, two draws and four losses. Notably, the most recent encounter in the UEFA Europa Conference League against FC Copenhagen ended in a disappointing 1-1 draw, with an early goal from Ezzalzouli giving them the lead, but it was not enough to secure the win.
In their last league game, they beat Osasuna 2-1, but this result was overshadowed by their previous 1-0 loss in the city derby against Sevilla. On a positive note, they beat Espanyol 1-0 at the end of September, securing the win with a decisive goal thanks to solid defending. However, these results reflect Real Betis’ general problem of inconsistency, which was also evident in the 1-2 home defeat to Mallorca.
Despite a respectable position in the table (7th with 15 points) and Pellegrini’s leadership on the bench, the team faces the challenge of stabilizing a defense that is often fragile.
Betis must work on their defense
The challenges are compounded by the injury to Giovani Lo Celso, whose goalscoring prowess and precision in attack are currently sorely missed. The fact that Real Betis have conceded at least one goal in 80% of their matches so far this season is worrying, and this is exacerbated by the vulnerability of their play in the second half.
The defense requires necessary adjustments to be able to stand up to the explosive offense of Atlético Madrid. It will be crucial that Manuel Pellegrini motivates his team to close the gap they have shown so far in quality in defense in order to maintain the chance of a positive outcome in the upcoming difficult duel against Atlético.
Real Betis facts & analysis
- Stand with 15 points on the 7 rank
- Last in the Conference League 1:1 against FC Copenhagen
- On the last match day 2:1 away against Osasuna won
Atletico Madrid Form & Balance Check
Atlético Madrid have shown mixed form in recent weeks, which has been quite fluctuating. In the UEFA Champions League, Diego Simeone’s team recently suffered a bitter 1-3 defeat against Lille, with major gaps in defense becoming apparent. In contrast, their performance in the league has been more stable. They recently secured a convincing 3-1 win against Leganés, which highlighted their strengths in attack, particularly the accuracy of Alexander Sørloth.
But not everything is rosy for Atlético. The away game against Real Sociedad ended in a disappointing 1-1 draw, and before that, they suffered a painful 4-0 defeat against Benfica in the Champions League, which clearly revealed their defensive problems. In the domestic league, however, Atlético impress with their fighting spirit, as seen in the 1-1 draw against Real Madrid, but inconsistency remains a recurring theme.
Especially dangerous in the final phase
With a series of late wins and draws in the second half of matches, Atlético show a remarkable ability to maintain results or even to turn the tide of a game in their favor late on. This quality will be crucial against Real Betis, as a flawless performance over the full 90 minutes is essential if they are to stay in the La Liga title race. Currently sitting in third place in the table, the team has great potential, but consistency over the full 90 minutes remains a crucial element for continued success.
Atletico Madrid facts & analysis
- Currently ranked 3rd with 20 points
- Last lost in the Champions League 1:3 against Lille
- Last won in La Liga 3:1 against Leganes
Real Betis are expected to make changes to the lineup that faced Atlético Madrid in La Liga. With key players Giovani Lo Celso and Isco out through injury and Natan suspended, there will be changes to the team. Manager Manuel Pellegrini is likely to stick with the 4-4-2 formation that worked so well last season. In goal, Adrián, wearing the number 13, is expected to be first choice. In defense, Héctor Bellerín, Diego Llorente, Marc Bartr and Ricardo Rodríguez could form the back four to compensate for the absence of Natan. In midfield, Pablo Fornals is likely to play a key role, flanked by Sergi Altimira and a possible return of Dani Pérez to the starting lineup. Up front, Chimy Ávila and Cédric Bakambu should be tasked with pressuring the opposing defense, while Abdessamad Ezzalzouli acts as a creative pivot.
Atletico Madrid will field an expected 4-3-3 formation in their upcoming La Liga match. Under the direction of Diego Simeone, Jan Oblak remains a safe bet in goal. In defense, Nahuel Molina, Axel Witsel, José Giménez, and Javi Galán could form the defensive block, with Witsel as a reliable option in the back four due to injuries to the likes of César Azpilicueta and Clément Lenglet. In midfield, Rodrigo De Paul, Koke, and Conor Gallagher remain central to the build-up play. In attack, Antonie Griezmann, Alexander Sørloth and Julián Álvarez are the key players and will provide creative and goal-scoring moments. Alexander Sørloth particularly stands out due to his accuracy. Key players like Marcos Llorente are sidelined with a knee injury, putting extra pressure on the midfield.
Real Betis – Atletico Madrid head to head & statistics
The last time these sides met was in March 2024, when Atletico Madrid won 2-1. In the past five meetings, Real Betis have not managed a win while Atletico have come out on top four times and one draw has been recorded. Atletico’s impressive streak of three consecutive wins in the second half and at the end of the game against Real Betis, underlined by an equally impressive 80% win rate after full time, has not gone unnoticed. On the losing side, Real Betis also has a streak of three defeats in the second half and after the full game, with 80% of the total playing time completed with a result under three goals.
Despite these challenges for Real Betis, who are still waiting for their first win over Atletico, the picture of even first halves is emerging, as 80% of these games ended in a draw. Atletico, on the other hand, enjoy the prospect of consistent scoring, as they have scored in 80% of their games, culminating in a series of three in the second half and after full time. Overall, a hard-fought encounter in which Atletico will start the game as favorites with strengthened confidence, while Real Betis will have to focus on tactical improvements to finally stand up to Atletico.
Head-to-Head (H2H)
