Real Murcia vs Real Betis Preview, prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | Copa del Rey 2025-26

Los Pimentoneros are unbeaten in their last two games against Los Verdiblancos.

Real Murcia are all set to lock horns with Real Betis for their round of 32 fixture of the 2025-26 Copa del Rey. This promises to be an entertaining matchup between these clubs. It is going to take place at the Estadio Enrique Roca de Murcia.

Los Pimentoneros are going to be the hosts for their next Spanish Cup fixture. They have delivered some strong performances in their last few games.

Real Murcia might face some trouble in their upcoming game due to an increase in the competition level. Still, they will be confident coming into the contest.

🌧️🛠️ Sesión de trabajo del equipo preparando el #RealMurciaRealBetis de #CopaDelRey pic.twitter.com/sWlBX9WCGl

— Real Murcia CF (@realmurciacfsad) December 16, 2025

Even though Real Betis will be away from home, they will be feeling fully confident coming into the game. Los Verdiblancos will not allow the hosts to take many chances. They have quality players in the squad, which is surely going to make a difference.

Kick-off:

• Location: Murcia, Spain
• Stadium: Estadio Enrique Roca de Murcia
• Date: Friday, December 19
• Kick-off Time: 01:30 a.m. IST (Thursday, Dec 18; 08:00 p.m. GMT/ 03:00 p.m. ET/ 12:00 p.m. PT)
• Referee: TBD
• VAR: Not in use

Form:

Murcia: W-W-W-W-L

Betis: W-W-L-W-D

Players to Watch

Pedro Benito (Real Murcia)

The 25-year-old was one of the goal scorers in a 3-2 win against Cadiz CF in their previous Spanish Cup contest. He will once again play an important role in the upcoming game. Pedro Benito will be keen to step up his game and help his side stand a chance against Los Verdiblancos.

Rodrigo Riquelme (Real Betis)

Rodrigo Riquelme scored a sensational hat-trick for Real Betis in their previous Copa del Rey game against Torrent CF. It was a stunning performance by the 25-year-old. He will be gearing up yet again to help his side on the attacking front.

Riquelme will lead the attack from the left and is going to be a constant threat to the opponent’s defence.

Match Facts

• Real Betis have won three of their last five matches.
• Real Murcia have secured four wins in their last five games.
• Two of the last five fixtures between these clubs have ended in a draw.

Real Murcia vs Real Betis: Betting Tips and Odds

• Real Betis to win @1/2 Ladbrokes
• Rodrigo Riquelme to score
• Goals over 3.5 @9/4 BetFred

Injury and Team News

Real Murcia are ready with all their selected players fit to be in action.

Isco, Sofyan Amrabat, Junior Firpo, Hector Bellerin and Diego Llorente are not going to be in action for Real Betis. They are injured.

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 58

Real Murcia won: 14

Real Betis won: 30

Draws: 14

Predicted Lineups

Real Murcia predicted lineup (4-1-3-2)

Piñeiro (GK); Vicente, López, González, Romero; Moreno; Schalk, Gómez, Zenitagoia; Benito, León

Real Betis predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

Adrián (GK); Ortiz, Firpo, Gómez, Rodríguez; Altimira, Deossa; Antony, Ávila, Riquelme; Bakambu

Match Prediction

Neither of the clubs can afford to lose here, but the better side will go on to the next round of the Cup competition. Real Betis are likely to come out on top. They should secure a win against Real Murcia in their upcoming Copa del Rey clash.

Prediction: Murcia 1-3 Betis

Telecast Details

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UK: Premier Sports

Spain: RTVE

USA: ESPN+

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