Deportivo A Coruña
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Deportivo A Coruña vs Real Betis Predictions, Picks & Odds – 20/09/2026
Deportivo A Coruña vs Real Betis – Best bets of the match
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Deportivo A Coruña have made a spirited return to La Liga following promotion, sitting 6th with five points from four matches. Antonio Hidalgo's side have been unbeaten in their last four outings, picking up two wins and two draws. The recruitment of Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, Angeliño, Marc Casadó, and José María Giménez signals genuine ambition. Riazor will be rocking, but Deportivo's shots-on-goal average of 3.5 per game hints at a bluntness in attack.
Real Betis arrive in Galicia brimming with confidence, placed 5th after collecting nine points from four matches. Manuel Pellegrini's men have won four of their last five, including a statement 1-0 victory over Real Madrid and a thrilling 3-2 Champions League triumph away to Lille. Three clean sheets already this season underline their defensive solidity, while a shots-on-goal average of 5.3 per game shows they carry a consistent threat going forward.
Real Betis carry genuine momentum into this fixture. Three wins from four league outings, nine points banked, and a defence that has kept three clean sheets already paint a picture of a side operating with precision. Their 1-0 triumph over Real Madrid underlined Pellegrini's tactical discipline, while a shots-on-goal average of 5.3 per match dwarfs Deportivo's 3.5. The away win at 2.19 reflects that superiority.
Deportivo's home form offers some resistance; two wins and two draws at Riazor suggest they will not roll over. Aubameyang's presence gives them a genuine focal point in attack, and Hidalgo's squad has shown enough quality to stay competitive. Still, Betis' controlled possession style and defensive solidity make them favourites to collect at least a point here, which is why the draw or away outcome stands out.
Our recommended selection covers the double chance in favour of Betis: a draw or away victory. Pellegrini's men have conceded just once in four La Liga matches, and their capacity to grind results on the road was evident in Lille. Deportivo's eight goals scored show attacking intent, yet their defensive record remains unconvincing. Backing the visitors not to lose, with the draw at 3.67 providing additional cover, looks the strongest angle for this contest.
Trends to Know about Deportivo A Coruña vs Real Betis
- Betis boast three clean sheets already
- Deportivo average just 3.5 shots on target
- Betis won four of last five away
Form & Statistics: Deportivo A Coruña vs Real Betis
Deportivo A Coruña
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Real Betis
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Lineups: Deportivo A Coruña vs Real Betis
Deportivo A Coruña
Starters
- 1 Román
- 2 Navarro
- 3 Noubi
- 4 Giménez
- 5 Quagliata
- 6 Cruz
- 7 Soriano
- 8 Amatucci
- 9 Rodríguez
- 10 Aubameyang
- 11 Nsongo
Bench
- Casadó
- Villares
- Eddahchouri
- Yeremay Hernández
- Loureiro
- Angeliño
- Asp
- Ede
- Traoré
- Fernández
- Gijselhart
Absent
- David Mella Boullón (Tear of the Lateral Meniscus)
- Noé Carrillo (Ankle injury)
Real Betis
Starters
- 1 Vallés
- 2 Bellerín
- 3 Llorente
- 4 Natan
- 5 García
- 6 Bernal
- 7 Roca
- 8 Antony
- 9 Isco
- 10 Fornals
- 11 Cucho Hernández
Bench
- Bartra
- Ortiz
- Losada
- Fidalgo
- Gómez
- Riquelme
- Deossa
- Parrott
- Firpo
- Morante
- González
- de Pablo
Absent
- Diego José Conde Alcolado (Shoulder injury)
- Gonzalo Petit Abad (Muscle injury)
- Aitor Ruibal (Knee injury (rehabilitation))
Low confidence
Both lineups here carry a speculated tag from a single source dated a fortnight before kick-off, so treat the tactical picture as provisional rather than settled. That said, the projected contest shapes up as a 4-4-2 versus a 4-2-3-1, with Deportivo sitting compact and Betis looking to control the middle third through Marc Roca and Bernal.
For the visitors, Isco operating in the number ten role behind Cucho Hernández is the creative axis to watch, while Deportivo's double striker pairing of Aubameyang and Nsongo offers a direct threat on the counter. Given the two-week gap since these lineups were filed, late changes on either side remain a genuine possibility.
How to Watch Deportivo A Coruña vs Real Betis Match?
What time is Deportivo A Coruña vs Real Betis?
This La Liga clash kicks off at Estadio Abanca-Riazor on 20 September 2026 at 17:30 local time.
Where is Deportivo A Coruña vs Real Betis being played?
This match will be played at Estadio Abanca-Riazor, the home ground of Deportivo A Coruña in La Coruña.
How Can I Watch Deportivo A Coruña vs Real Betis on TV and Live Stream?
Fans in India can watch this La Liga fixture live on the official La Liga broadcasting partners.
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