Club football returns to the fold with an Andalusian derby fixture this week as Sevilla faces with local rivals Real Betis in a potentially fierce encounter at the Akron Stadium in Guadalajara on Wednesday.

Sevilla vs Real Betis Preview

Sevilla did not perform as well as expected and finished in 12th place in the La Liga standings. However, they were able to secure a victory against Crystal Palace in their last game after a penalty shootout led by Jose Luis Mendilibar. This week, they will strive to improve their game and perform better.

On the other hand, Real Betis had a successful season, finishing in sixth place in the league table. They have been performing well in recent months. However, they were held to a disappointing 1-1 draw by Burnley in their last game and will aim to prove themselves in their upcoming fixture.

Sevilla vs Real Betis Head-to-Head and Key Numbers

1. Sevilla have a good historical record in the Derbi Sevillano and have won 65 out of the 139 matches played between the two teams, as opposed to Real Betis’ 40 victories.
2. Sevilla endured a poor end to their La Liga campaign last season and were winless in their last four matches, losing two of these games.
3. Sevilla are unbeaten in their last nine matches against Real Betis in La Liga and has ensured that Manuel Pellegrini has failed to achieve a single victory in the derby during his tenure.
4. The last two matches between the two teams in all competitions have ended in draws, with only two goals scored in these two games.
5. Borja Iglesias was Real Betis’ most prolific goal scorer by a considerable margin last season, scoring 15 goals for his side in all competitions.

Sevilla vs Real Betis Free Pick and Best Bet

Sevilla has shown improvement under Jose Luis Mendilibar’s tutelage and is currently in good form. Ivan Rakitic scored an impressive goal against Crystal Palace last week and will look to replicate his feat this week.

Real Betis have been in impressive form recently but have struggled against their local rivals. Sevilla has an excellent record in the Andalusian derby and holds a slight upper hand going into this one.

Prediction: Sevilla 2-1 Real Betis

Sevilla vs Real Betis Betting Tips

Tip 1: Result – Sevilla

Tip 2: Game to have over 2.5 goals – Yes

Tip 3: Sevilla to score first – Yes

Tip 4: Borja Iglesias to score – Yes