Real Betis were second best in the Seville derby last week but would be keen on getting back to winning ways as they entertain Levante at the Benito Villamarin this Friday. Read on for our expert tips and predictions.

Both sides are pretty even with regards to their head-to-head record over the past 25 games. Real Betis have won 11 of those games while Levante has 10 wins in their pocket. Levante won the most recent game between both sides cheating Betis 4-3 on their home soil. Can Betis manage to get the better of their opponents this time?

Highly-spirited encounter on the cards

Betis were on a roll before they clashed with their City rivals last weekend. They actually made Sevilla work for that victory with the home side limited to just one goal. As such, we don’t expect a sudden dip in form because of a loss to a side that is above them on the standings.

Levante, on the other hand, managed to get the better of their own local rivals in the Derby Del Turia last weekend. An 18th-minute striker from Roger Marti was the order of the day as Levante celebrated their first win in seven games.

Real Betis vs Levante Team News

Melero, Postigo and Campana all missed out on the Valencia Derby last weekend and should miss out this Friday as well. Dani Martin and Victor Camarasa represent the home side’s injured players.

Real Betis possible starting XI:

Robles; Emerson, Mandi, Ruiz, Miranda; Rodriguez, Guardado; Joaquin, Fekir, Tello; Iglesias

Levante possible starting XI:

Fernandez; Clerc, Vezo, Pier, Miramon; Rochina, Bardhi, Vukcevic, de Frutos; Marti, Morales

Real Betis vs Levante Prediction: 3-1

Levante have struggled in the road with just two wins in their 11 matches on the road. Betis often don’t disappoint at the Villamarin and we would side with them this Friday.