Celta Vigo vs Real Betis
La Liga
Wednesday
3rd January 2024
Estadio de Balaídos
The most comprehensive preview, detailed analysis and reliable predictions of the La Liga fixture between Celta Vigo and Real Betis.
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Celta Vigo form analysis
Vigo has shown inconsistent form recently, with two wins, two draws, and a loss over their last five La Liga matches. Their most recent result was a tight 3-2 loss away to Villarreal on December 21st, where they rallied from a 3-0 deficit but ultimately came up short. This follows a routine 1-0 home win over struggling Granada on December 16th courtesy of a 20th minute goal from striker Jørgen Strand Larsen. Prior to that Celta earned back-to-back draws: first a dull 0-0 home draw against Rayo Vallecano on December 12th, then a credibly fought 1-1 draw away to Cádiz on December 5th where Strand Larsen equalized after they had gone behind.
Celta’s inconsistent form was punctuated by an uneventful 0-0 away draw against Valencia on November 25th. So while Celta has shown spirit to battle back and the ability to grind out wins and draws, they have lacked a cutting edge and ruthlessness in their attacking play. Addressing consistency issues and strengthening at both ends of the pitch will be crucial as they push for a top half finish.
Real Betis form analysis
Real Betis has shown inconsistent form recently, with two draws, a win, and a loss over their last five La Liga matches. Their most recent result was a 1-1 home draw against Girona on December 21st where Germán Pezzella equalized late after they had conceded a first half penalty. This follows a dull 0-0 away draw at Real Sociedad on December 17th. Prior to that, Betis earned an impressive 1-1 home draw against Champions League title holders Real Madrid on December 9th, with Aitor Ruibal equalizing after they fell behind to a Jude Bellingham goal.
Betis were unable to build on a gritty 1-0 home win over Las Palmas on November 27th courtesy of a Willian José strike, drawing a blank in a 0-0 away draw at Almería on December 3rd. So while Betis has shown spirit to battle elite teams and grind out wins, they have lacked attacking consistency and fluidity during this run. Addressing these issues in the final third will be key as they push to qualify for European competition next season.
