Real Betis vs Girona Prediction 21.12.2023

• Competition: Spain &— LaLiga
• Date: Thursday, 21st, December 2023
• Kickoff: 18:00 UTC / 19.00 CET
• Venue: Estadio Benito Villamarin (Sevilla)

Girona, the sensation of LaLiga, visits Estadio Benito Villamarin to face Real Betis on Thursday. They are determined to maintain at least a two-point lead over their closest competitor, Real Madrid, before the Christmas break.

The Green-Whites astonishingly relinquished their leading position on the final day of the Europa League group stage after a 2-3 home loss to Rangers, which demoted them to third place and into UEFA’s third-tier competition. However, they managed to regain some stability over the weekend. Manuel Pellegrini’s team had the chance to secure the last European spot on Sunday with a victory, but they were unsuccessful. Despite this, they have no cause for disappointment. They traveled to the challenging Anoeta Stadium and secured a 0-0 draw against Real Sociedad, which left them in seventh place with a total of 26 points.

The team in green and white, undoubtedly the biggest surprise of the Spanish championship this season, is set to host Girona. This side, who appear increasingly determined to shock the Iberian Peninsula and claim the LaLiga title, is just one victory away from ending the year at the top of the Spanish elite division. They easily defeated Deportivo Alaves 3-0 at Estadi Montilivi over the weekend. After Monday’s victory, the Catalan team continues to lead LaLiga with 44 points, just two points ahead of Real Madrid. Interestingly, statistics suggest that Girona is well-positioned for a historic national title. In fact, three of the last four teams with 44 points after 17 rounds went on to become champions.

Real Betis vs Girona Betting Tips: 1X (Double chance)

As the Gironistes prepare to conclude 2023 with a bang, they face a daunting task, especially when they approach a ground that has so far avoided any unsettling incidents. Real Betis has indeed turned their Benito Villamarin into an unassailable stronghold, being one of the few teams maintaining an unbeaten record with five wins and five draws to their name. It should be mentioned that neither of the Madrid powerhouses were able to secure a win on Andalusian territory, with the Green-Whites holding Atletico to a goalless draw and earlier in the month, forcing a 1-1 draw against Real. Therefore, it seems unlikely that Girona will break this pattern.

Although Betis’ recent performance has been questionable, with only one victory in their last six games—a 2-1 win against the fourth-tier team, Villanovense, in the Copa del Rey—it’s their track record against their upcoming rival that sparks hope. In fact, Pellegrini’s team has a remarkable record of winning nine out of their last ten matches against Girona, including five consecutive wins. Both games last season ended in 2-1 triumphs for them. Given this, we firmly believe that Los Verdiblancos, backed by their solid defense, can temporarily halt the rising momentum of the current leaders.