Club Atlético Osasuna is set to host Real Betis Balompié at El Sadar Stadium for LaLiga Matchday 31. The match kicks off at 14:00 local time. Both teams have their sights set on European qualification, although they find themselves in contrasting form. Osasuna comes into the match after a 2-2 draw in Vitoria, while Real Betis is looking to break a streak of six consecutive matches without a victory in LaLiga.
Match Preview: Osasuna vs. Betis
Real Betis, under the direction of Manuel Pellegrini, is keen to secure three points to stay competitive in the Champions League race. This comes as they also prepare for the return leg of the Europa League quarterfinal next Thursday. Notably, Isco Alarcón remains sidelined, though Giovani Lo Celso has made the lineup.
Osasuna’s Starting Lineup
- Sergio Herrera
- Rosier
- Catena
- Herrando
- Javi Galán
- Iker Muñoz
- Aimar Oroz
- Rubén García
- Moncayola
- Víctor Muñoz
- Ante Budimir
Osasuna’s lineup features several changes, highlighting the return of Víctor Muñoz to the starting eleven. Ante Budimir is expected to lead the attack, aiming to convert opportunities into goals at home.
Real Betis’ Starting Lineup
- Álvaro Valles
- Bellerín
- Llorente
- Natan
- Valentín
- Amrabat
- Altimira
- Antony
- Pablo Fornals
- Ez Abde
- Cucho Hernández
Pellegrini has made significant alterations to his squad, making six changes from their last outing against Braga. Key players such as Natan and Amrabat retain their places, while goalkeeper Álvaro Valles returns to his regular position in LaLiga.
Bench and Missing Players
The substitutes for Real Betis include:
- Adrián
- Pau López
- Bartra
- Pablo García
- Aitor Ruibal
- Lo Celso
- Chimy Ávila
- Riquelme
- Marc Roca
- Fidalgo
- Ricardo Rodríguez
- Nelson Deossa
In addition to Isco, the squad is missing Junior Firpo and Ángel Ortiz. Cédric Bakambu is included in the squad after a delayed return from international duty.
Conclusion
This match represents a crucial opportunity for both teams to improve their standings and aspirations for European competition. As the teams take to the field at El Sadar, fans can expect an exciting encounter between two sides eager to find their form.
