Simon Dalton presents his prediction for the Conference League match.
Vitória Guimarães have been formidable at home in the Europa Conference League, winning twice and drawing once in the group stage. In the Primeira Liga, they sit sixth, maintaining an impressive home record with six wins, five draws, and just one defeat. Real Betis, meanwhile, are winless in their last two Conference League outings and will face a stern challenge in Guimarães.
Vitória Guimarães
Draws have become a recurring theme for the Portuguese side, with ten in their last 15 matches. Notably, eight of those were score draws, underlining their attacking threat but also defensive vulnerability. In the Conference League, they have found the net in every game, despite facing a range of opponents from Astana to Fiorentina and Real Betis. At home, Vitória Guimarães have only lost once all season, a 0:3 defeat to Porto back in September.
Real Betis
Defensively, Real Betis have been shaky, conceding in four of their last five matches. However, their attacking prowess remains intact, scoring at least twice in seven of their last nine games. Isco Suárez has been in scintillating form with four goals and one assist in his previous four outings, while Antony Santos has rediscovered his touch since leaving Manchester United, contributing three goals and three assists.
Vitória Guimarães vs Real Betis Prediction
Real Betis dominated the first leg with 2.46 xG compared to Vitória’s 0.95 but failed to secure a win. Vitória Guimarães remain unbeaten at home in Europe this season, posing a consistent attacking threat despite their defensive issues. Expect both sides to score, but the hosts should avoid defeat in Guimarães.
