Match: La Liga
Fixture: Celta Vigo vs Real Betis
Local Kick-off Time: August 27th at 21:00
Handicap Prediction:
Asian Handicap: Celta Vigo -0.5
European Handicap: Home Win
Predicted Scores: 2-1, 3-1, 3-2
Predicted Total Goals: 3, 4, 5
Comprehensive Analysis:
Celta Vigo finished 7th in La Liga last season with an impressive performance, but their start to the current season has been far from ideal. They were first defeated 0-2 by Getafe in the opening round, and were completely outplayed in terms of match control. In their last league game against Mallorca, they also failed to gain the upper hand in terms of on-pitch dominance. Although García scored in the first half to give the team the lead, Morey equalized late in the game. Currently, Celta Vigo is still searching for their first win of the season. For this match, apart from the unavailable Stafylidis, head coach García Pimienta may also make personnel changes—players such as Mingueza, Beltrán, Svedberg, and Iago Aspas are all in contention for starting spots.
Real Betis finished 6th in the league last season and, like Celta Vigo, secured a spot in the Europa League. However, the team has also struggled in their first two games of the new season. In the opening match, they played out a draw with newly-promoted Elche, and surprisingly found themselves outmatched in terms of possession. In the second game, facing the relatively weak Alavés at home, they claimed a victory thanks to an early goal from Lo Celso. Last season, two of Betis’ top performers—Isco (injured) and Antony (who returned to Manchester United after his loan spell expired)—have been sidelined. However, since it was confirmed that Antony is not part of Manchester United’s plans and has made it clear he wants to continue playing for Betis, the club has been pursuing a deal for him, which will eventually be a loan with an option to buy. That said, Antony will obviously not be available for tonight’s game; meanwhile, Llorente, Diosa, Roca, and Ezquerro will also be absent.
Summary:
The initial Asian Handicap opened with a level ball between the two teams, but has now been adjusted to Celta Vigo -0.5 with extremely high odds. In their last 10 head-to-head encounters with Real Betis, Celta Vigo has recorded 5 wins, 2 draws, and 3 losses, holding the upper hand in the historical record. Real Betis, on the other hand, has a number of key absentees recently, which is likely to affect their attack. The handicap has continuously increased its support for Celta Vigo, and with the home advantage, Celta Vigo is expected to secure their first win of the season.
