Where to watch: Espanyol v Real Betis – today’s La Liga clash kicks off at 17:30 UK time. Follow our guide for live coverage, team news and expert analysis.
Match Overview
RCD Espanyol arrive at RCDE Stadium under pressure, with their form wavering in recent weeks. After claiming just one victory in their last five La Liga outings, the Catalans find themselves flirting with the relegation zone. Key figures like Joselu and Adrià Pedrosa will be crucial if Espanyol are to regain momentum in front of their home support.
Real Betis, by contrast, have enjoyed a steadily rising campaign under Manuel Pellegrini. The Andalusians boast an unbeaten run stretching back four matches, with veteran midfielder Sergio Canales pulling the strings in midfield. A win today would cement Betis’s position in the top six and keep the pressure on the clubs vying for European qualification.
Broadcast Details
UK viewers can catch every moment of the action live on Premier Sports 2, with coverage beginning at 17:00 UK time. The channel will provide expert commentary, pre-match build-up and in-depth analysis to set the scene for this crucial fixture.
For international fans, the match will be streamed via LALIGATV. Subscribers can watch in up to 4K resolution on desktop, mobile and smart TV platforms. Make sure you’re logged in ahead of kick-off to avoid missing the first whistle.
Prediction
This encounter promises to be a tactical battle. Espanyol will rely on their sturdy backline to frustrate Betis’s creative outlets, while Betis will look to exploit gaps with rapid transitions and the clinical finishing of Borja Iglesias. Home advantage may lift the hosts, but Betis’s confidence on the road is hard to ignore.
We predict a narrow 2-1 victory for Real Betis. A late goal from Canales or Iglesias could be enough to seal the three points, as Espanyol’s defensive lapses are likely to be punished by a side chasing European qualification.
