With two games to go in the 2024/25 La Liga season, Sunday’s clash could bring hosts closer to a top-three finish, while the visitors fight to stay in the European race. Here’s what to know ahead of kickoff, including the latest Atletico Madrid vs Real Betis odds.
The hosts welcome this year’s Conference League finalists. Can the visitors snap that run and keep their European hopes alive on Sunday?
| ℹ️ Tournament: | Spanish La Liga season 2024-25, Matchday 37 |
| ⚽️ Venue: | Riyadh Air Metropolitano, Madrid, Spain |
| 🗓️ Date: | 18 May 2025 |
| ⏰ Time: | 17:00 GMT on Saturday |
Atletico Madrid are seen as clear favorites at 1.85 (17/20), while Betis face long odds at 4.33 (10/3) to cause a surprise. A draw is offered at 3.90 (29/10). These insights from soccer sports bookies highlight where momentum lies heading into Matchday 37.
In their last five La Liga meetings, Atletico have come out on top three times, Betis have won once, and one match ended in a draw.
Atlético holds third place in La Liga with 70 points and two games left. They’re out of the title race but remain 3 points ahead of Athletic Club in the fight for a Champions League spot. In Europe, they finished fifth in the new UCL league phase before losing to Real Madrid on penalties in the Round of 16.
A top-four finish and Club World Cup spot keep Atlético’s season alive. After a 0-0 draw at Alavés, they crushed Real Sociedad 4-0 with Sørloth scoring four, but then fell to Osasuna.
Injury-wise, Simeone’s squad is in good shape ahead of the next match, with Connor Gallagher and Pablo Barrios the only notable absences, giving them every reason to approach the game with confidence.
Betis sits in sixth place in the table with 59 points and three games to go. While Champions League chances look slim, they remain on track for a Europa League spot. The club also reached the first-ever UEFA Conference League final, edging Fiorentina 4-3 to set up a clash with Chelsea.
League form has dipped lately. A 1-1 home draw with Osasuna on 11 May, and one more with Rayo Vallecano (2-2) on 15 May, they now have three wins in their last seven La Liga matches.
Injuries continue to limit options. The team will again be without both Rui Silva and Fran Vieites in goal, as well as Héctor Bellerín, Marc Roca, Diego Llorente, and Chimy Ávila. Youssouf Sabaly is still in doubt and will need a late fitness check.
Here are our Atletico Madrid vs Real Betis betting predictions:
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Looking at their head-to-head and this year’s performances, Betis might be underdogs in Madrid, but a win isn’t out of reach. They just booked a spot in their first-ever Conference League final after beating Fiorentina and are unbeaten in their last five games. Confidence is high, and momentum is on their side, and they have the motivation to fight for a potential UCL spot, which is already booked for the hosts.
Their away record in La Liga hasn’t been great, but with players like Isco and Antony in form, they have enough quality to take advantage of any mistakes. Atlético have been strong at home, but they’ve had a few slips lately, like the recent 0-0 at Alavés. It won’t be easy for Betis, but if they stay sharp and make the most of their chances, a win becomes a realistic outcome, and is one of our favourite Atletico Madrid vs Real Betis betting tips.
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Recent form points to goals. Atlético went over the line in three of their last five league games (4-0 v Real Sociedad, 3-0 v Rayo, 4-2 v Valladolid), while Betis saw at least three in four of their last five across all competitions (2-2 vs Vallecano, both games against Fiorentina, and 2-1 at Espanyol). Therefore, this might be one of the best betting options for the La Liga next matchday.
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Julián Álvarez has been a consistent threat this season, netting 15 goals in La Liga. His ability to find space and finish chances makes him a prime candidate to score against Real Betis. Given his form and Atlético’s attacking prowess at home, Álvarez to score anytime makes a good online bet.
Here are our Atlético vs Betis betting picks:
Betis arrives with confidence after booking a spot in the Conference League final, and with Isco and Willian José in form, they carry a real attacking threat. Julián Álvarez remains a key figure for Atlético and a solid pick to score. Both options might be smart picks ahead of Sunday’s clash.
