At 3:30 AM on August 16th, Betis will host Girona in the first round of La Liga. Betis is hoping for a strong start at home, but Girona’s ability to maintain their underdog status remains questionable. The clash between the two teams promises to be a captivating encounter.
In the previous La Liga season, Betis finished seventh with 14 wins, 15 draws, and 9 losses, accumulating 57 points and securing qualification for the UEFA Conference League.
Betis’s attacking potency may be impacted by the departure of top scorer Willian José (14 goals and 6 assists) to Spartak Moscow. Betis was never known for its offensive prowess, scoring only 48 goals last season, the lowest among the top eight teams in La Liga. Their limited summer reinforcements raise doubts about their ability to maintain last season’s ranking, let alone surpass it.
Girona, the dark horse of last season, secured a remarkable third-place finish with 25 wins, 6 draws, and 7 losses, amassing 81 points and earning a Champions League spot. However, Girona’s relatively thin squad faces a significant challenge with the demanding multi-front competition in the upcoming season.
As a breakout team, Girona faced difficulties retaining their core players. Top scorer Stuani was sold to Roma for €30.5 million, and key midfielder Aleix Garcia joined Leverkusen for €18 million. With no comparable signings, there are concerns about their prospects in the new season.
In this match, Betis will be without Isco due to injury, further impacting their attacking capabilities. Girona, on the other hand, has a relatively complete squad.
Historically, Betis dominates the head-to-head record with 13 wins, 2 draws, and 3 losses against Girona. At Betis’s home ground, they have a distinct advantage with 6 wins, 2 draws, and 1 loss.
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