Match Overview

The 4th round of the 2025/26 general stage will see Real Betis (Spain) face Lyon (France) on November 6th at the Olympic Stadium in Seville. This article provides a detailed forecast, betting odds, and statistical analysis for the “Betis – Lyon” encounter.

Real Betis

Current Europa League Form

The Spanish side has remained unbeaten in the current Europa League season, yet two of their first three matches ended in draws. Consequently, despite their undefeated streak, Betis currently sits at a modest 16th place in the overall standings. It is notable that their sole victory in this European competition was secured away from home, against Ludogorets. At home, Manuel Pellegrini’s squad previously shared points with Nottingham Forest, with Betis salvaging a draw through a late goal. The team has kept two consecutive clean sheets in the Europa League following that particular match.

Home Game Statistics

• At least two goals have been scored in 8 of the Spaniards’ last 9 home Europa League matches.
• Both teams have found the net in 7 of Betis’s last 9 home games in this tournament.
• The club has conceded in 8 of their previous 11 Europa League matches.

Real Betis Predicted Lineup (4-2-3-1)*

Alvaro Valles – Aitor Ruibal, Marc Bartra, Valentin Gomez, Ricardo Rodriguez – Sergi Altimira, Nelson Deossa – Giovani Lo Celso, Antony Matheus, Rodrigo Riquelme – Cédric Bakambu.

Injury Report

Goalkeeper Pau Lopez, defender Junior Firpo, and midfielder Isco are currently recovering from injuries.

Lyon

Impeccable Europa League Run

Paulo Fonseca’s charges are one of only three teams that have yet to drop points in the current Europa League campaign. Thanks to a perfect record in the first three rounds, Lyon holds the third spot in the overall table. What is particularly impressive is that the French side has kept clean sheets in all three previous matches – a feat only matched by Braga. Furthermore, the club has consistently scored in their last 8 Europa League encounters. Lyon’s unbeaten streak in regular time in this European competition now extends to 12 matches (7 wins, 5 draws).

Away Game and Scoring Statistics

• The French team has scored in 13 of their last 14 away matches in the Europa League.
• At least two goals have been scored in 7 of the team’s last 8 matches in this tournament.
• Lyon has covered a handicap of (+1.5) in 15 consecutive Europa League games.

Lyon Predicted Lineup (4-2-3-1)*

Dominik Greif – Ainsley Maitland-Niles, Clinton Mata, Moussa Niakate, Abner – Mathis de Carvalho, Tanner Tessmann – Malick Fofana, Corentin Tolisso, Halis Mera – Martin Satriano.

Team News and Doubts

Midfielder Orel Mangala, as well as forwards Malick Fofana and Ernest Nuamah, are sidelined due to injuries. The participation of midfielder Corentin Tolisso in the match is questionable.

Match Official

Referee Profile: Matej Jug

Matej Jug (Slovenia)

Referee Statistics

Matches – 13 (International fixtures, 2024/25–2025/26);

Yellow cards shown (including second yellows) – 61;

Average yellow cards per match – 4.7;

Red cards shown – 4;

Average fouls per match – 27;

Penalties awarded – 38%.

Match Prediction: Betis vs Lyon

Betis’s Home Challenges

Real Betis remains undefeated this Europa League season, but they have only managed to win one of their last three encounters. Overall, Manuel Pellegrini’s side has failed to win in four of their last five European matches (2 draws, 2 losses). While the Spanish team traditionally performs better at home than away, their home record in the Europa League has been inconsistent.

Lyon’s Dominant Away Form

Meanwhile, Lyon is one of the few teams to have secured a maximum of 9 points from their first three Europa League matches. In regular time, the French club has gone 12 consecutive matches without a defeat in this competition (7 wins, 5 draws). Their away unbeaten run in 90 minutes stretches to an impressive 14 games in the Europa League (10 wins, 4 draws).

Final Betting Verdict

It is highly probable that the visitors will at least avoid defeat in this fixture. Our prediction is “Lyon Win or Draw”.

Author’s Insight

Nikita Kudryavtsev

Lineup Note

* The starting lineup for each team is based on their last match in this tournament.