Real Sociedad vs Real Betis Prediction, Odds & Betting Tips — La Liga 09 May 2026

Real Sociedad (9th) welcome Real Betis (5th) in a La Liga fixture where both sides will be eager to climb the table. The hosts have 43 points on the board, while Real Betis sit on 53 — neither can afford to let standards slip with the business end of the season approaching.

The numbers point towards an entertaining game. Our model projects 1.6 expected goals for Real Sociedad and 1.3 for Real Betis, suggesting we could see goals at both ends. If both sides play to their offensive strengths, the neutral will be in for a treat.

Real Sociedad’s form coming into this match has been excellent, averaging 0.7 points per game from their last five fixtures. The goals have been flowing — 8 in their last five matches — though 8 conceded does suggest some vulnerabilities at the back.

Real Betis arrive in fine fettle, averaging 2.0 points per game from their last five. On the road they’ve been productive, scoring 8 in their last five while keeping things tight with just 4 conceded.

The historical record between Real Sociedad and Real Betis will be on the minds of both managers as they plot their approach. Every encounter adds another chapter to the rivalry, and this one carries its own unique set of circumstances and pressures.