Preview: Braga vs Real Betis prediction, odds, where to watch, time | UEFA Europa League 2025-26 quarter-final first leg
These clubs are meeting for the first time.
SC Braga are now going to have a face-off against Real Betis for their first leg quarterfinal fixture of the 2025-26 UEFA Europa League. This is going to be an entertaining outing between these sides, taking place at the Estádio Municipal de Braga.
The Archbishops have not been very consistent with their performances and this can become a problem for them going forward. In their previous round of the European competition, the Carlos Vinces-led side took on Ferencvaros. They performed poorly in the first leg, but made a strong comeback in their home leg to secure a win.
SC Braga will be at home once again and it is going to be one of their advantages. They are going to come up with a strong performance here.
Manuel Pellegrini’s men have underperformed in their last two matches and the upcoming UEFA Europa League contest is not going to be an easy one for them. They secured a win against Panathinaikos in the round of 16.
Real Betis will be away from home for their next contest and they will have to work hard here if they want to secure a win. The Heliopolitans have shown some good performances this season, but they will need to build up momentum now.
Kick-off:
- Location: Braga, Portugal
- Stadium: Estádio Municipal de Braga
- Date: Wednesday, April 8
- Kick-off Time: 10:15 PM IST/ 04:45 PM GMT/ 11:45 AM ET/ 08:45 AM PT
- Referee: TBA
- VAR: In use
Form:
Braga: D-L-W-L-W
Betis: L-D-W-L-D
Players to Watch
Ricardo Horta (Braga)
In 10 UEFA Europa League appearances this season, Ricardo Horta has six goal contributions. He scored a sensational brace in the previous UEL game for SC Braga and will be getting ready to help his side on the attacking front once again. The 31-year-old is going to lead from the left flank.
Antony (Real Betis)
Despite not being on the top run of form, Antony is going to be one of the main men in the attacking front for Real Betis. The 26-year-old has scored five goals and has three assists to his name in eight European competition appearances this season. He will be looking to step up his game so that he can help his side in the final third.
Match Facts
- SC Braga have secured two wins in their last three attempts.
- Real Betis have failed to secure a win in their last two games.
- This is going to be the first-ever confrontation between these clubs.
SC Braga vs Real Betis: Betting Tips and Odds
- SC Braga to win @8/5 Ladbrokes
- Goals under 3.5 @10/29 Unibet
- Ricardo Horta to score @13/5 QuinnBet
Injury and Team News
SC Braga might miss out on the services of Alaa Bellaarouch, Adrian Barisic and Carvalho due to their fitness issues.
Angel Ortiz will not be available for Real Betis. He is injured and might return to action in late April 2026. Giovani Lo Celso is not yet confirmed to be a part of the squad. Midfield ace Isco is back in training.
Head-to-Head
Total matches: 0
Braga won: 0
Betis won: 0
Draws: 0
Predicted Lineups
SC Braga predicted lineup (3-4-3)
Hornicek (GK); Lagerbielke, Niakate, Arrey-Mbi; Gómez, Gorby, Moutinho, Martínez; Víctor, Navarro, Horta
Real Betis predicted lineup (4-3-3)
Valles (GK); Bellerin, Bartra, Llorente, Gomez; Fornals, Amrabat, Altimira; Antony, Hernandez, Ruibal
Match Prediction
SC Braga will be eager to establish control from the start. At the Estádio Municipal de Braga, Real Betis are going to face a tough contest in their upcoming UEFA Europa League contest. They will be looking to put up a strong fight in what is going to be a close contest.
The Archbishops are likely to edge past the Heliopolitans in the first leg.
Prediction: Braga 2-1 Real Betis
Telecast Details
India: SonyLIV, Sony Sports Network
UK: TNT Sports
US: Paramount+, TUDN
Middle East/North Africa: beIN Sports
When and where is Braga vs Real Betis Europa League match?
Wednesday, April 8, 2026, at the Estádio Municipal de Braga in Braga, Portugal. Kick-off is scheduled for 4:45 p.m. GMT.
Where and how to watch UEFA Europa League in India?
Sony Liv and Sony Sports Network will come up with the live streaming of all matches.
Where and how to watch UEFA Europa League in UK?
TNT Sports will stream all the games for the fans in the United Kingdom.
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