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Key factors
- ▼Key player out · BarcelonaBAR
Barcelona's key forward Raphinha is reported unlikely to play at Betis, with his return aimed at the PSG game on 20 October. Counted as doubtful, so half of the key-player weight.
- ▼AS says Antony could return to the bench after a poor display at Dortmund, while Ruibal, who came on for him, scored and pushed his case.BET
AS says Antony could return to the bench after a poor display at Dortmund, while Ruibal, who came on for him, scored and pushed his case.
- ▲Trained on 4 Nov ahead of the Atletico trip and is closing in on a return, easing the defensive injury problems.BAR
Trained on 4 Nov ahead of the Atletico trip and is closing in on a return, easing the defensive injury problems.
- ▲Trained on 4 Nov ahead of the Atletico trip and is closing in on a return, easing the defensive injury problems.BAR
Trained on 4 Nov ahead of the Atletico trip and is closing in on a return, easing the defensive injury problems.
- ▼Rodri outBAR
Minor right hamstring injury confirmed by club tests; ruled out of the trip to Atletico, with the home game against Villarreal on 22 Nov his next possible return.
- ▼Rodri doubtfulBAR
Rodri was replaced with discomfort in the 3-0 win over Aston Villa; Flick said tests are due Thursday, ahead of Sunday at Atlético Madrid.
- ▼Betis's Copa del Rey tie at CDA Navalcarnero was postponed after the RFEF called off all of Wednesday's cup games following a rail accident in Toledo. A new date is to be confirmed, which adds to an already busy schedule.BET
Betis's Copa del Rey tie at CDA Navalcarnero was postponed after the RFEF called off all of Wednesday's cup games following a rail accident in Toledo. A new date is to be confirmed, which adds to an already busy schedule.
Preview
Barcelona arrive at La Cartuja with a perfect league record: eight wins from eight, scoring 4.25 goals per game home and away. On Tuesday they came from behind to win 4-1 at Galatasaray in the Champions League. Betis are third and in fine form too. They have taken 19 points from eight games and beat Porto 3-2 on Wednesday, with Isco scoring the winning penalty six minutes from time. Both sides are playing their third game in eight days, so some rotation is likely on both benches. Barcelona will probably be without Raphinha again. He missed the Getafe and Galatasaray games with a thigh problem and is reported unlikely to play here, with PSG on 20 October his target. Betis are missing left-back Junior Firpo with an adductor injury. This fixture usually brings goals. The last five meetings produced 24 goals, Barcelona won three and drew two, and both teams scored every time. We rate a Barcelona win at 65%.
Barcelona have won every league game and still look strong without Raphinha. Our surest pick is a Barcelona win at 1.47, rated at 65%.
Head to head
- 2026-05-17Barcelona 3–1 Real BetisLa Liga
- 2025-12-06Real Betis 3–5 BarcelonaLa Liga
- 2025-04-05Barcelona 1–1 Real BetisLa Liga
- 2025-01-15Barcelona 5–1 Real BetisCopa del Rey
- 2024-12-07Real Betis 2–2 BarcelonaLa Liga
FAQ
Is Raphinha playing for Barcelona against Betis?
Probably not. He is reported unlikely to play, with the PSG game on 20 October his target for a return.
Who is favourite for Real Betis vs Barcelona?
Barcelona. We rate an away win at 65%, the draw at 18% and a Betis win at 17%.
What is the best bet for Real Betis vs Barcelona?
Our main pick is a Barcelona win at odds of 1.47, which we rate at 65%. No bet is ever sure, so stake responsibly.
What is the best bet for Real Betis vs Barcelona?
Our top pick is Barcelona to win at odds of 1.47, rated 65% confidence. No bet is ever sure.
Will there be over 2.5 goals?
We put the chance of three or more goals at 76% for this match.
When does Real Betis vs Barcelona kick off?
Sat 17 Oct, 16:30 UTC.

