Real Betis will look to tighten their grip on fifth place in La Liga when they face Elche CF at the Estadio de La Cartuja on Tuesday 12, 2026, as confirmed by Elche on their official X handle.
They posted:
Real Betis and nothing else on the horizon
With just three matches remaining, Softfootball understands that Betis are chasing a historic return to the UEFA Champions League, aided by Spain’s allocation of an extra fifth qualification spot this season. meanwhile FC Barcelona has already clinched the La Liga title in emphatic fashion after defeating fierce rivals Real Madrid 2-0 in a one-sided El Clasico at Spotify Camp Nou.
Managed by Manuel Pellegrini, Betis have put together a solid campaign, collecting 53 points from 35 matches. Their consistency particularly at home has been key, with only three defeats in 17 matches in Seville.
However, their most recent result was a setback. Despite leading by two goals, Betis were held to a 2-2 draw by Real Sociedad, a result that has kept pressure on them in the race for fifth.
They currently sit four points ahead of Celta Vigo, who boosted their own hopes with an impressive win over Atlético Madrid. That result serves as a reminder that Betis cannot afford any slip-ups in the final stretch.
Meanwhile, Elche arrive in 13th place and with growing confidence after a run of improved performances. While they have little to play for in terms of European qualification or relegation, they could play a decisive role in shaping the top-five race.
Head-to-head history also leans in Betis’ favour, with the hosts winning three of the last five meetings, including a 2-1 victory in their most recent encounter.
For Pellegrini and his side, the stakes could hardly be higher. A place in the Champions League would mark a major milestone for the club, and with home advantage on their side, they will be determined to take another step toward that long-awaited goal.
Team News
Aitor Ruibal is suspended for Tuesday’s fixture after receiving a red card in the previous match, ruling him out of what is one of the most important games of Betis’s season.
Angel Ortiz is doubtful with a muscle injury, while Marc Bartra remains sidelined with a foot problem and is not expected to feature at the Estadio de La Cartuja.
Abde Ezzalzouli is expected to retain his place in the starting lineup after scoring in each of his last two consecutive league outings, with his direct running and ability to stretch opposition defences making him a key figure in Betis’s attacking play.
Elche will be without Yago Santiago, who is sidelined with a knee injury, while Adam Boayar also misses out with a muscle problem.
Rafa Mir is a doubt with a hamstring injury and faces a late fitness test ahead of Tuesday’s fixture, which could alter Sarabia’s attacking options for the trip to Seville.
Andre Silva is expected to lead the line for the visitors and remains one of Elche’s primary attacking outlets, with Alvaro Rodriguez set to provide support alongside him, having contributed six goals in La Liga this season.
Possible lineups
Real Betis possible starting lineup:
Valles; Bellerin, Llorente, Gomez, Rodriguez; Fornals, Roca, Altimira; Antony, Hernandez, Ezzalzouli
Elche possible starting lineup:
Dituro; Bigas, Affengruber, Chust; Valera Villar, Aguado, Febas, Morente; Rodriguez, Silva
How to Watch
The match will be shown live around the world. Fans in Spain can watch it on DAZN LaLiga.
| Channel | Kickoff Time | Date |
|---|---|---|
| DAZN LaLiga | 19:00 | May 12, 2026 |
| SuperSport LaLiga | 19:00 | May 12, 2026 |
| ESPN+ or beIN Sports | 11:00 | May 12, 2026 |
Predictions
Softfootball predicts Real Betis 3-1 Elche
Betis’s superior quality and the motivation of chasing champions league football for the first time in two decades should be enough to see them through here in front of home fans.
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