Deportivo VS Real Betis Prediction & Betting Tips - AI Analysis & Odds (Sep 20, 2026)

RC Deportivo La CoruñaDeportivo

16:30

Sun, Sep 20 2026

Real Betis BalompiéReal Betis

LaLiga·Estadio Municipal de Riazor

Predicto Verdict

75%

Confidence

Real Betis to narrowly win

Score

2-1

BTTS

Yes

Total Goals

Over 2.5

Key Stats

Deportivo La Corunaper gameReal Betis

xG for

1.3

1.5

xG against

1.8

41.5

Possession %

8.3

Shots

15.8

Deportivo La Coruna — last 5

WWDD

Real Betis — last 5

WWLWW

Injuries & Suspensions

Deportivo4

A. Traore
Injured· Muscle Injury
J. Asp
Injured· Injury
A. Altimira
Suspended· Red Card
N. Carrillo
Doubtful· Injury

Real Betis7

A. Ezzalzouli
Injured· Illness
A. Ruibal
Injured· Knee Injury
D. Ceballos
Injured· Lacking Match Fitness
D. Conde
Injured· Shoulder Injury
D. Llorente
Injured· Broken nose
G. Lo Celso
Injured· Muscle Injury
I. Losada
Injured· Inactive

Community Predictions

250

Match Result

Both Teams to Score

Total Goals

Team Stats

Deportivo La Corunaper gameReal Betis

xG for

1.3

1.5

xG against

1.8

41.5

Possession %

8.3

Shots

15.8

3.5

Shots on tgt

5.3

Corners

100

BTTS %

Over 2.5 %

Clean sheet %

Deportivo La Coruna — last 5

WWDD

Real Betis — last 5

WWLWW

Last season

Team	W-D-L	GF/g	GA/g	CS
Deportivo La Coruna	0-0-0	0	0	0
Real Betis	15-15-8	1.6	1.3	10

Deportivo performance

Total Matches

Form

10W8D2L

Avg Scored

1.55

per match

Avg Conceded

0.85

per match

Goals Scored31

Goals Conceded17

Clean Sheets6 (30%)

BTTS65%

Over 2.540%

Over 3.525%

Real Betis performance

Total Matches

Form

13W3D4L

Avg Scored

1.80

per match

Avg Conceded

1.10

per match

Goals Scored36

Goals Conceded22

Clean Sheets8 (40%)

BTTS50%

Over 2.560%

Over 3.540%

Expected Match Outcome

Deportivo

1-1

(1.3 - 1.3 xG)

Real Betis

Deportivo

Scores1.55/g

Concedes0.85/g

Real Betis

Scores1.80/g

Concedes1.10/g

Market Predictions

BTTS

58%

Over 2.5

50%

Over 3.5

33%

Under 2.5

50%

Predicto Power Ranking

This is a real-time strength score based on form, stats, and momentum — not just opinion.

Head-to-Head & Form

Deportivo La Coruna wins

Draws

Real Betis wins

Recent meetings

12 Feb 2018Deportivo La Coruna

0–1

Real Betis

16 Sept 2017Real Betis

2–1

Deportivo La Coruna

08 Mar 2017Deportivo La Coruna

1–1

Real Betis

Standings

#	Team	P	W	D	L	GD	Pts
1	Barcelona	4	4	0	0	+15	12
2	Real Madrid	5	4	0	1	+10	12
3	Alaves	5	3	1	1	+6	10
4	Sevilla	5	3	1	1	+2	10
5	Real Betis	4	3	0	1	0	9
6	Deportivo La Coruna	4	2	2	0	+3	8
7	Espanyol	5	2	1	2	+3	7
8	Atletico Madrid	4	2	1	1	+1	7
9	Athletic Club	5	2	1	2	+1	7
10	Racing Santander	5	2	1	2	0	7
11	Real Sociedad	5	2	1	2	-2	7
12	Osasuna	5	2	1	2	-3	7
13	Levante	4	1	2	1	0	5
14	Getafe	4	1	1	2	-3	4
15	Rayo Vallecano	5	1	1	3	-6	4
16	Celta Vigo	5	0	3	2	-3	3
17	Villarreal	4	0	2	2	-2	2
18	Malaga	4	0	2	2	-6	2
19	Elche	5	0	2	3	-7	2
20	Valencia	5	0	1	4	-9	1

Overview

Deportivo La Coruna currently sit 6th with 8 points, showing a solid start with form WWDD. Real Betis are 5th with 9 points, boasting form WWLWW. Deportivo have scored 2 and conceded 1.25 per game this season, while Betis have scored 1.25 and conceded 1.25. Last season, Deportivo did not play at this level, so we rely heavily on Betis's 1.6 goals and 1.3 conceded per game baseline from 38 matches.

Form & xG

Deportivo's xG per game is 0.96 with 1.53 conceded, indicating defensive struggles despite a conservative attack. Betis have xG 1.29 for and 1.75 against, reflecting more offensive threat but defensive vulnerability. Deportivo's possession is low at 41.5% versus Betis's 52%, with Betis averaging 15.8 shots per game compared to Deportivo's 8.3. Both teams have mixed over/under 2.5 records this season, with Deportivo at 50% and Betis at 25%.

Team News & Key Players

Deportivo rely heavily on Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, who has 3 goals from 3.06 shots and 2.38 on target per 90, rating 7.57. Other players like Lorenzo Amatucci and Giacomo Quagliata contribute defensively and creatively. Betis's key player Antony averages 3.37 shots and 1.56 key passes per 90 with a 7.15 rating. Defenders like Fran García and Héctor Bellerín bring defensive solidity but have accumulated a combined 3 yellow cards.

Stats & Betting Angles

Deportivo's BTTS rate is 100% this season, contrasting with Betis's 25%, but Betis have kept 75% clean sheets. Deportivo concede more than their xG suggests, indicating defensive frailty. Corners favor Betis with 5 per game versus Deportivo's 3. Cards are higher for Deportivo at 2.5 yellows per game compared to Betis's 2, reflecting a more aggressive style. Historical H2H shows mostly tight games with multiple 1-goal margins and several draws.

Verdict

Expect a tight contest with Betis slightly favored due to last season's strong baseline and higher possession and shots. Aubameyang's goal threat gives Deportivo hope, but Betis's defensive record and clean sheets suggest a narrow win or draw. Given the high BTTS for Deportivo and Betis's occasional defensive lapses, both teams scoring and over 2.5 goals is plausible but cautious considering Betis's low over 2.5 rate.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How has the recent form of Deportivo and Betis influenced their current standings?

Deportivo's recent form of WWDD has earned them 8 points, placing them 6th, showing stability but limited goal output with 2 scored per game. Betis's form WWLWW has secured 9 points and 5th place, with slightly better offensive output at 1.25 goals per game. Betis's higher possession (52%) and shots (15.8) reflect their more attacking style compared to Deportivo's 41.5% possession and 8.3 shots.

What do the xG stats reveal about both teams' attacking and defensive performances?

Deportivo's xG is 0.96 per game while conceding an xG of 1.53, indicating they create fewer quality chances but concede more than expected, signaling defensive frailty. Betis has a higher xG of 1.29 but concedes 1.75 xG per game, showing more offensive threat but also defensive vulnerability. This aligns with Betis's higher shots per game (15.8 vs 8.3) and possession dominance.

Which key attackers are likely to influence the match and what are their per-90 stats?

Deportivo's Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is the main threat with 3 goals from 3.06 shots and 2.38 on target per 90 minutes, rating 7.57. Betis's Antony contributes 0 goals but generates 3.37 shots and 1.56 key passes per 90, rating 7.15, indicating creative influence despite no goals yet.

How do the defensive stats and card counts reflect each team's frailty or discipline?

Deportivo concedes more than their xG (1.53 conceded vs 0.96 xG for), suggesting defensive weaknesses. They also have higher foul (14.3) and yellow card (2.5 per game) counts, implying aggressive but potentially undisciplined defending. Betis concedes 1.25 goals per game but allows 1.75 xG, showing some defensive lapses but maintains more discipline with fewer fouls (9.5) and yellows (2).

What is the rationale behind the BTTS and Over/Under 2.5 goals predictions?

Deportivo's BTTS rate is 100% this season, indicating they always concede or score. Betis has only 25% BTTS but 75% clean sheets, suggesting defensive solidity. Over 2.5 goals occurred in 50% of Deportivo's games but only 25% of Betis's. Combining these, a BTTS Yes and Over 2.5 is plausible due to Deportivo's attacking reliance on Aubameyang and Betis's occasional defensive lapses.

How have recent head-to-head matches influenced expectations for this fixture?

Recent H2H matches since 2012 show tight contests: 0-1, 2-1, 1-1, 0-0, 2-2, 1-2, 1-1, and 2-3 results, indicating closely fought games with multiple draws and narrow wins. This suggests a balanced match likely decided by small margins, supporting a close final score prediction.

Is there any betting value in this match based on the stats and form?

Given Deportivo's 100% BTTS despite low xG and Betis's strong clean sheet record but some defensive lapses, betting on BTTS Yes and Over 2.5 goals offers value. Aubameyang's high shot volume and recent scoring form contrasts with Betis's occasional conceding. The close H2H and current form suggest a competitive match where goals from both sides are probable.