Real Betis is engaged in a tough battle for a Champions League qualification spot, currently held by Villarreal. Pellegrini has consistently stressed the need to prioritize the domestic league to compete in Europe. Several players will return to the starting lineup after being benched against Fiorentina in the Conference League. Espanyol, on the other hand, seeks to capitalize on their home advantage. They are wary of Betis's Champions League ambitions and the quality of their squad.
Espanyol's likely lineup includes Joan García, Omar El Hilali, Kumbulla, Cabrera, Romero, Edu Expósito, Urko, Pol Lozano, Jofre Carreras, Puado, and Roberto Fernández. Real Betis's probable lineup features Adrián, Sabaly, Bartra, Natan, Ricardo Rodríguez, Johnny Cardoso, Altimira, Antony, Isco, Lo Celso, and Cucho Hernández.
The match is scheduled for 18:30 at RCDE Stadium, with Cuadra Fernández as the referee.