Preview: Barcelona vs Real Betis prediction, odds, where to watch, time | LaLiga 2025-26
The Blaugrana are unbeaten in their last five encounters against El Glorioso.
FC Barcelona will be locking horns with Real Betis for their matchweek 37 contest of the 2025-26 LaLiga. This is going to be an intense and entertaining clash between these sides, scheduled to take place at the Spotify Camp Nou.
The Hansi Flick-led side have already secured another Spanish top division league title. But their performance in their previous contest was underwhelming after they faced a 0-1 defeat at the hands of Deportivo Alaves. The Blaugrana are at the top of the league table and were pushing for 100 points, which is not possible now.
FC Barcelona are going to be the host for their upcoming league outing. It is going to be a big advantage for them. They will be eager to jump back to winning ways.
Manuel Pellegrini’s men have performed decently in their last five matches. They are coming in after securing an important 2-1 win against Elche in their previous fixture. El Glorioso are now in fifth place on the LaLiga points table and have secured a spot for the UEFA Champions League next season.
With the last two games remaining in the league campaign, they will be eager to extend their unbeaten run. Real Betis are going to face a tough challenge in their upcoming contest as they are going to visit Camp Nou.
Kick-off:
- Location: Barcelona, Spain
- Stadium: Spotify Camp Nou
- Date: Monday, May 18
- Kick-off Time: 12:45 AM IST (Sunday, May 17; 07:15 PM GMT/ 02:15 PM ET/ 11:15 AM PT)
- Referee: TBA
- VAR: In use
Form:
Barcelona: W-W-W-W-L
Real Betis: W-D-W-D-W
Players to Watch
Marcus Rashford (Barcelona)
The Englishman will be looking to step up his game so that he can get Barcelona back to winning ways. He has scored eight goals and has seven assists in 31 LaLiga appearances this season. Marcus Rashford will be eager to engrave his name on the score sheet and is going to be a constant threat to the opponent’s defence.
Pablo Fornals (Real Betis)
Pablo Fornals is coming in after scoring a match-winning goal for Real Betis in their previous league fixture against Elche. He will be looking to gear up once again and display another top performance. In 36 league games of the current campaign, the 30-year-old has scored eight goals and has six assists to his name.
Match Facts
- Barcelona have only lost one of their last five matches.
- Real Betis are on a five-match unbeaten run.
- Two of the last five meetings between these sides have ended in a draw.
Barca vs Real Betis: Betting Tips and Odds
- FC Barcelona to win @4/11 Ladbrokes
- Robert Lewandowski to score @7/8 Unibet
- Goals over 3.5 @10/11 bet365
Injury and Team News
Lamine Yamal is out for the season for FC Barcelona.
Real Betis will miss out on the services of Aitor Ruibal and Marc Bartra due to their injuries. Cucho Hernandez and Diego Llorente are suspended. Angel Ortiz might also sit out due to a lack of fitness.
Head-to-Head
Total matches: 143
Barca won: 87
Betis won: 30
Draws: 26
Predicted Lineups
Barcelona predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)
Joan Garcia (GK); Kounde, Cubarsi, Eric Garcia, Cancelo; De Jong, Pedri; Raphinha, Lopez, Rashford; Lewandowski
Real Betis predicted lineup (4-3-3)
Valles (GK); Bellerín, Gomez, Natan, Firpo; Fornals, Isco, Amrabat; Antony, Bakambu, Ezzalzouli
Match Prediction
At home, FC Barcelona will have a clear chance of returning to winning ways. Real Betis will be eager to put up a strong fight at the Spotify Camp Nou.
The Blaugrana might come out on top to secure three points here.
Prediction: Barca 3-2 Betis
Telecast Details
India: Fancode
UK: Premier Sports
USA: ESPN+
Nigeria: SuperSport
When and where is Barca vs Real Betis LaLiga match?
The match takes place on Sunday, May 17, 2026, at 7:15 p.m. GMT at the Spotify Camp Nou in Barcelona, Spain.
Where and how to watch LaLiga live in India?
The FanCode app and website will stream the game live.
Where and how to watch LaLiga live in UK?
Premier Sports can be used to watch this fixture in the United Kingdom.
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