Valencia vs Betis Prediction 10 November 2025

🔈 Can the "Bats" break their six-match winless streak? One of the most intriguing fixtures of La Liga's 12th round is the clash between Valencia and Real Betis. The hosts have been unconvincing this season and are under significant pressure due to the high likelihood of being dragged into the relegation battle. Meanwhile, Manuel Pellegrini's side have picked up a good rhythm and are currently showcasing high-level football. Despite the home advantage, bookmakers aren't banking on a confident victory for the "Oranges." Whether Betis can justify their status as favorites will be revealed very soon.

Head-to-Head

📊 Let's delve into the statistics from the last 10 head-to-head encounters: Valencia have secured 2 wins, there have been 4 draws, and Betis have claimed victory 4 times. During this period, the average scoring rate is notable: the "Oranges" average 1.4 goals, while the "Green-and-Whites" average 1.9. Last season, the Seville side failed to overcome the "Bats," with a 2-4 loss at Mestalla and a 1-1 draw at Benito Villamarín. Whether Manuel Pellegrini's squad can settle the score this coming Sunday remains one of the key storylines. 

Valencia Team Overview

🟠 After 11 rounds this season, the "Bats" have managed just 2 wins. Their tally of 9 points only secures them the 18th spot in the standings. Notably, the club's primary weakness has been their defensive performance, conceding an average of 1.82 goals per game. It's also worth mentioning that Valencia have lost their last two encounters at the Mestalla, falling to Real Oviedo (1-2) and Villarreal (0-2). Carlos Corberán is under significant pressure, despite the club's board expressing their full support for the head coach. The upcoming home match will be crucial for the Spanish manager personally.

📌 Last weekend, the "Bats" were convincingly defeated by league leaders Real Madrid (0-4) at the Santiago Bernabéu. Valencia's tactical plan involved disciplined positioning and defined roles for players. However, numerous individual errors and unconvincing performances from the wingers led to a one-sided game. A quick look at the expected goals (xG) stats—2.71 to 0.49 in favor of the "Galacticos"—tells the story. Vertical football forms the foundation of Carlos Corberán's tactical approach. Recently, the club has struggled with maintaining compactness across their lines, often resulting in conceded goals.

Real Betis Team Overview

🟢 The "Green and Whites" are on a roll, having won their last three matches across all competitions with an aggregate score of 12-1. In the national league, Beticos currently sit in 5th place on the table with 19 points. Notably, this season the Seville club remain unbeaten away from home in all competitions, boasting 3 wins and 5 draws. This impressive record highlights the team's strong mental preparation.

⚪ Last Thursday, the "Heliopolitans" hosted French side Lyon (2-0) in the fourth round of the Europa League. Their well-executed counter-attacking strategy, backed by solid positional defense, allowed the Seville team to outplay their visitors. A standout performer was Antony, who netted his sixth goal of the season across all competitions for Betis in this European clash. Currently, the 25-year-old Brazilian winger is a true leader for the Seville club, playing a crucial role during attacking phases. In their previous La Liga fixture, the "Green and Whites" left no chance for Mallorca (3-0) at Benito Villamarín, with Antony once again stealing the spotlight (2 goals and 1 assist).

Latest news

Valencia

🎤 After the 0-4 defeat to Real Madrid, Carlos Corberán apologized to the fans and assessed his players' performance: "We didn't play a good match. We started off correctly, showing ourselves well in the first 15 minutes. Then we conceded a penalty, which punished us. The team began to fall apart both offensively and defensively, and we didn't perform at the required level. We all recognize our responsibility, especially me — responsibility for my work. We need to analyze the match we played. We can't take much positive from this; we must work to compete better in the next match, it's our duty. We're very sorry for those who made financial efforts to travel, and for those who came to the hotel; we want to give the fans much more than we're giving them. It's disappointing that this wasn't the match we wanted to play; we have no choice but to take responsibility to improve in the next game."

❌ Among Valencia's injured players are Mouctar Diakhaby (hamstring injury), Dimitri Foulquier (leg injury), Largie Ramazani (muscle injury). Filip Ugrinic's participation remains doubtful due to a muscle injury.

Real Betis

📰 Under Manuel Pellegrini's leadership, Real Betis are aiming to establish a distinctive tactical style. The "Green and Whites" rank among the league's best in terms of moving the ball forward quickly, effectively blending vertical play with control. Recently, the Chilean coach shared his vision of modern football in an interview, offering a somewhat controversial suggestion: "I have a proposal to speed up the game of football. When a team is on the opponent's half, they should be prohibited from passing the ball back to a teammate on their own half (similar to basketball). This would make the game more dynamic and interesting. Teams should stay closer to the opponent's goal."

❌ In Betis' injury list are Junior Firpo (muscle injury), Isco (leg fracture), and Pau Lopez (muscle injury). Ricardo Rodriguez's participation in the upcoming match remains doubtful.

🟨 Prediction for Yellow Cards

🟨 Prediction for Yellow Cards

It's noteworthy that matches involving both teams this season haven't been marked by rough play or a high number of bookings: Valencia average 3.5, while Betis sit at 4.3. In the last six matches featuring the "Green and Whites," no more than four yellow cards were shown. A similar trend is evident in six of their last seven head-to-head encounters. Therefore, we suggest the following bet – total yellow cards under 4.5.

⚽ Prediction for Goals

We should consider the average goal-scoring rate in matches involving each team in the current La Liga season: Valencia at 2.7 and Betis also at 2.7. Notably, in five of the last seven games for the "Heliopolitans," there have been at least three goals scored. The same pattern is seen in five of their last seven meetings against each other. Our editorial team anticipates a high-intensity match with plenty of scoring opportunities. Our pick is – over 2.5 goals.

🚩 Prediction for Corners

Neither Valencia nor Betis are known for earning a high number of corners this season: the "Oranges" average around 4.7 per game, while the "Green and Whites" are at approximately 4.8. It's crucial to focus on this trend: in seven of their last eight head-to-head clashes, there have been no more than ten corners in total. This trend is also evident in most recent matches involving each team. Our editorial choice is – total corners under 10.5.

Valencia are mired in a deep crisis, and their current form doesn't inspire confidence for a brighter future. Even the crowd at the Mestalla hasn't been able to lift the "Bats" to positive results lately. Meanwhile, Manuel Pellegrini's side are in excellent form and remain unbeaten on the road this season. The Heliopolitans' desire to settle scores from last season is also a significant factor in determining the winner here. We predict a final score of 1-3, with the key pick being a Betis win with a -0.25 handicap.