Real Betis – Athletic Club

Real Betis host Athletic Club in a clash that could tighten the race for the top half of the table, with the Andalusians sitting seventh on nine points after three wins and a single loss, their goal balance level at five each. Athletic, currently ninth with seven points from two victories, a draw and two defeats, boast a slightly better scoring record, having netted seven times while conceding six. The two sides have already exchanged points this season, and a win for Betis would widen the gap to the European spots, whereas a draw would keep Athletic within striking distance of a top‑ten finish. Both teams will be keen to improve their goal differences, as a positive swing could prove decisive in the tightly packed standings.