Atlético Madrid vs Real Betis: La Liga Prediction (19.05.2025)

The La Liga Matchday 37 clash between Atlético Madrid and Real Betis will kick off at 12:00 AM WIB, on 19 May 2025 at the Cívitas Metropolitano. Both teams have already secured places in European competitions for next season. However, the hosts are listed as favorites by bookmakers.

🔴 Atlético Madrid

Diego Simeone’s side once again failed to maintain a serious title challenge. Despite briefly leading the table earlier in the season, a lack of consistency, especially during a disastrous March, derailed their hopes.

At home, however, Atlético Madrid remain dominant and defensively solid. They’ve collected 43 points from 18 home games—matching the likes of Real Madrid and Barcelona. With only 1 home defeat, they’ve conceded just 14 goals while scoring 38.

Ahead of this match, the team is in full strength with no injury concerns, adding to their defensive stability and tactical discipline at home.

🟢 Real Betis

Manuel Pellegrini’s side are fighting for a top-five finish and a potential Champions League spot. They’ve also reached the UEFA Conference League final, though that match will take place after the La Liga season ends, allowing them to focus fully on domestic goals for now.

Betis have shown impressive improvement in the second half of the season, aided by a successful winter transfer window. Notably, Antony, on loan, has added pace and creativity on the right wing. While there are some absences, the key missing player is Diego Llorente, who has been injured since April.

📊 Head-to-Head Stats

In their last five meetings, Atlético Madrid have the upper hand with three wins and one draw. However, Real Betis won the reverse fixture earlier this season with a 1–0 home victory.

Prediction

We predict a low-scoring match. Atlético Madrid are defensively reliable at home and lack the urgency to attack aggressively, while Betis may also adopt a pragmatic approach ahead of their European final.

📈 Recommended Bet:
Under 3 Total Goals – Odds: 1.64

Expect a tight tactical match, potentially ending in a 1–0 or 1–1 result.