Real Betis vs Barcelona

Current streaks

Recent form

Real Betis

Real Betis are currently experiencing a worrying dip in form, having lost their last three matches across all competitions. Their defensive frailties are particularly concerning, with the team failing to keep a clean sheet in their last seven games. The Verdiblancos have been involved in several high-scoring affairs recently, notably their 4-2 defeat to Valencia, which contributed to their poor goal difference of -4 over the last six matches. Betis have struggled to find consistency, managing only one win in their previous six outings. Despite their attacking prowess, averaging 1.33 goals per game, their defensive vulnerabilities have led to conceding two goals per game on average. The team's tendency to engage in open matches is evident, with both teams scoring in 83% of their recent fixtures and over 2.5 goals being scored in 67% of these games.

Barcelona

Barcelona's recent form has been somewhat inconsistent, with three wins, one draw, and two losses in their last six matches across all competitions. Despite this mixed run, they've maintained their position atop La Liga with an impressive 37 points from 16 games. The Blaugrana have been particularly prolific in front of goal, scoring 16 times in these six matches at an average of 2.67 goals per game. Their most recent outing saw a return to form with a resounding 5-1 victory over RCD Mallorca, matching their high-scoring 5-2 win against Red Star Belgrade in the Champions League. Defensively, Barcelona have been less solid, keeping only one clean sheet and conceding in 67% of these matches. The team's matches have been notably high-scoring affairs, with 83% of games seeing over 2.5 goals, providing plenty of entertainment for fans.

Recent home/away form

Real Betis

Real Betis have shown mixed form at home recently, with three wins, two draws, and one loss in their last six matches at the Benito Villamarín Stadium. The Verdiblancos have been relatively solid defensively, conceding only six goals in these games and keeping two clean sheets. However, their attacking output has been modest, scoring 1.33 goals per game on average. Interestingly, both teams have scored in 67% of these matches, suggesting that Betis' home games often see action at both ends of the pitch. The team has managed a small run of two consecutive home wins in La Liga, beating Atlético Madrid and Espanyol by narrow 1-0 margins. While there haven't been any particularly high-scoring affairs, the 2-2 draw with Celta Vigo in their most recent home match bucked the trend of tighter contests.

Barcelona

Barcelona's away form has been impressive, with the Catalan giants securing four wins in their last six matches on the road. They've been particularly prolific in front of goal, netting an impressive 19 times at an average of 3.17 goals per game. Notably, Barcelona have been involved in several high-scoring encounters, with their recent 5-1 victory against RCD Mallorca and 5-2 win over Red Star Belgrade in the Champions League standing out. The team's attacking prowess is further underlined by the fact that 83% of their away matches have seen over 2.5 goals. Despite their strong offensive showing, Barcelona have also shown some defensive vulnerability, keeping only two clean sheets in their last six away games. Their most significant result came in the form of a resounding 4-0 victory over arch-rivals Real Madrid at the Santiago Bernabéu, highlighting their ability to perform in high-pressure away fixtures.