Espanyol and Real Betis meet at RCDE Stadium, Cornella de Llobregat on Sunday, Jan 10 at 3:00 PM with both clubs firmly in the mix for the European places in the LaLiga. Just 3 points separate them in the standings.

Espanyol come into this fixture in mixed form (1W 0D 1L). Real Betis, meanwhile, arrive in mixed form (2W 0D 0L) — actually the better-performing side in recent weeks. Espanyol head into this on the back of a defeat, while Real Betis arrive off a win — momentum clearly with the visitors.

Despite playing at home, Espanyol face a side that has dominated this fixture historically. Real Betis have won 6 of 10 encounters, with 3 draws. Their last encounter ended in a 0–0 draw.

Verdict: This looks an evenly matched contest. Home advantage gives Espanyol a slight edge, but Real Betis are capable of causing problems. A draw would be a fair result.