The hosts can extend their European winning streak: Real Betis vs Feyenoord prediction
The third league-phase matchday fixture between Real Betis and Feyenoord will take place on October 21, 2026, at La Cartuja Stadium. The Spanish club have won both of their opening matches and collected six points, while the Rotterdam side have one win and one defeat. Both teams are also coming into the clash in good form, so the match in Seville promises to be an open affair.
Real Betis: a flying start in the Champions League
Manuel Pellegrini's side have made a highly convincing start to their European campaign. First, Betis defeated Lille 3-2, before beating Porto by the same scoreline. Overall, the Seville-based club have won eight of their 11 competitive matches this season, and even a recent 5-2 defeat to Barcelona does little to tarnish the impression made by their strong start.
It is particularly significant that the Spaniards have traditionally performed well against Dutch clubs: four wins, one draw and just one defeat in six meetings. Last season, Betis also defeated Feyenoord 2-1 in the Europa League. The absences of Junior Firpo and Cucho Hernández reduce their options somewhat, but Troy Parrott, Antony, Isco and Fornals still give them plenty of attacking firepower.
Feyenoord: five straight wins after a difficult start
Giovanni van Bronckhorst's team endured a painful start to their Champions League campaign, losing 5-1 to Barcelona, but quickly bounced back. Feyenoord have won five consecutive matches in all competitions, including a 3-2 victory over Como on matchday two, while they have also been consistently picking up points in the Dutch league.
However, the trip to Spain remains a daunting challenge. Feyenoord have won just three of their 12 matches on Spanish soil and lost eight of them, while they have prevailed only twice in their last 12 meetings with La Liga clubs. The lengthy injury list is an additional concern, with Gonzalo Borges, Jordan Bos, Jakub Moder, Reiss Nelson and several other players sidelined.
Match facts and head-to-head record
- Real Betis have won both of their opening Champions League matches.
- Feyenoord have won their last five matches in all competitions.
- The Spanish club won the only previous meeting between the teams, 2-1.
Home advantage should tip the scales: Real Betis vs Feyenoord prediction
Feyenoord are in good form and possess a dangerous enough attack to cause the hosts problems. Jivay Zechiël's six goals, along with the strong scoring form of Naci Ferri and Anis Hadj Moussa, show that the visitors are capable of consistently creating and taking their chances.
However, Betis look more reliable in matches of this level and have already demonstrated that twice in this season's Champions League. Home advantage, Pellegrini's experience and their stronger record against Dutch clubs make the hosts slight favorites. The visitors will likely score, but the three points should stay in Seville.
