Simon Dalton presents his prediction for the Conference League match.
The reshaped attacking line of Real Betis following the arrival of Antony Matheus on loan has revitalised their threat in both La Liga and their pursuit of a place in the UEFA Europa Conference League final. Hosting the Polish champions Jagiellonia Białystok, they are expected to take the initiative — the team has the quality to find the net multiple times.
Real Betis
A 1:1 draw away to Barcelona ended a four-match winning run for Real Betis, during which they scored 10 goals. In the Round of 16 of the Conference League, the squad overwhelmed Vitória de Guimarães over two legs (6:2 on aggregate), with Antony Matheus registering a goal and an assist in a commanding 4:0 second-leg performance. Since early March, Real Betis have won three of their last four home fixtures — they will be looking to assert themselves again on Thursday.
Jagiellonia Białystok
In their previous play-off tie, Jagiellonia Białystok narrowly edged out underperforming Belgian side Cercle Brugge (3:2 on aggregate). Away from home, the Polish side posted 1.48 xGA and conceded 23 shots, seven of which were on target — such defensive vulnerabilities could prove costly against a La Liga opponent. On Sunday, they were held to a 1:1 draw at home by Piast Gliwice. They have now conceded 32 goals in 27 league matches — the weakest defensive record among the Ekstraklasa’s top four.
Real Betis vs Jagiellonia Białystok Prediction
It is clear that Real Betis are intent on making a deep run in this competition. The squad should have little trouble breaking down Jagiellonia Białystok in the first leg and establishing a comfortable advantage ahead of the second leg in Poland.
