Fiorentina – Betis: UEFA Conference League Prediction (09.05.2025)

In the early hours of Friday, May 9, 2025 at 01:00 WIB at the Artemio Franchi stadium in Florence, local club Fiorentina will host Real Betis in the second leg of the 2024-2025 UEFA Conference League semifinal. The first match ended with a 2:1 victory for the Spanish side. Both teams still have chances to reach the final.

We will make a prediction for the Fiorentina – Betis match considering the result of the first leg and the current form of both teams. According to bookmakers, there is no clear favorite for the second leg. A win for “La Viola” in regular time has odds of 2.43, a draw 3.60, and a win for “Los Verdiblancos” 2.90. However, the visitors are given better chances to reach the final. Fiorentina’s odds to advance are 3.48, while Real Betis’ odds are 1.34.

FIORENTINA
Raffaele Palladino heavily rotated the squad in the Serie A match against Roma last weekend. On one hand, it led to a 0-1 defeat, but on the other hand, it allowed key players to rest and gave reserves a chance to play. At this crucial stage of the season, it’s important to preserve strength to achieve results in each game. The coach clearly demonstrated that the second leg against the Spanish club is a priority for his team.

Interestingly, before the back-to-back losses to Betis and Roma, Fiorentina were on a nine-match unbeaten streak in all competitions.

BETIS
Manuel Pellegrini, unlike his counterpart, cannot afford to sacrifice domestic league matches because “Los Verdiblancos” are fighting for fifth place, which grants a spot in next season’s UEFA Champions League. Last weekend’s opponent was not the strongest – Espanyol – but Betis had to come from behind and secured a 2-1 victory late in the game.

In the match against Espanyol, Brazilian loanee from Manchester United, Antony, scored a goal. He also scored against Fiorentina. Over the past month, Betis’ right winger has consistently earned high ratings thanks to his sharp play on his flank.

STATISTICS AND HEAD-TO-HEAD
The match in Betis wasn’t one-sided. Fiorentina had more possession, but the hosts created more dangerous chances. Statistically, “Los Verdiblancos” won on xG 1.87:1.04, shots toward goal 14:7, shots on target 5:2, and corners 6:2.

PREDICTION
Both teams have strong attacking lines. Fiorentina gave rest to several attacking and midfield players last weekend. Betis’ wingers are in great form. Expecting an open game, we bet that both teams will score, at odds of 1.76.