Alaves are back at the Mendizorroza under pressure after a run of results that has stalled their momentum. Real Betis travel north with renewed confidence following a composed home performance that stabilised their recent form.

Struggles to Turn Effort into Points

Alaves come into this match after a narrow 1-0 defeat away at Atletico Madrid, a result that followed another loss at Villarreal. Those games underlined familiar issues, with Alaves competing well in spells but falling short in decisive moments.

At home, performances have been mixed. A solid 1-0 win over Real Sociedad showed their defensive potential, but that was followed by defeats against Celta Vigo and Real Madrid, along with a draw against Real Oviedo. Goals have been difficult to come by, with Alaves scoring more than once only once in their last five home matches.

Alaves tend to stay compact and organised, yet chasing games has proven difficult. When forced to open up, they have struggled to regain control.

Balance Returning After Inconsistent Spell

Real Betis arrive after a controlled 2-0 home win over Villarreal, a performance that restored some rhythm after a heavy defeat at Real Madrid. That victory followed an emphatic 4-0 win against Getafe, highlighting their ability to assert control when space is available.

Away from home, Betis have been difficult to break down. They have avoided defeat in four of their last five away league matches, including clean sheet wins at Sevilla and draws at Valencia and Rayo Vallecano.

Goals on the road have been spread rather than frequent, but Betis have remained competitive through structure and game management, particularly in the latter stages of matches.

Alaves vs Real Betis Prediction

Real Betis to win at 2.52 odds reflects their steadier overall performances and Alaves’ recent difficulty converting home games into points. Betis have already beaten Alaves earlier this season and have shown greater control across recent fixtures.

Both teams to score at 1.91 odds fits the likely match pattern. Alaves have found the net in three of their last five home matches, while Betis have scored in four of their last five league games overall.

Correct Score Prediction of Real Betis 2-1 at 9.50 aligns with recent trends between these sides. Matches have often been settled by a single goal, with Betis carrying the sharper edge in key moments.

FC Zurich welcome FC Basel in a fixture that regularly produces tension and momentum swings rather than prolonged control. Both sides sit in a similar scoring range this season, but recent performances suggest very different ways of reaching results.

Basel arrive with slightly more stability in their overall structure, while Zurich continue to fluctuate between disciplined displays and defensive lapses. With neither side comfortable sitting back for long spells, this matchup has the ingredients for an open contest.

FC Zurich’s Defensive Issues Continue to Shape Matches

FC Zurich’s recent form highlights how difficult it has been to maintain balance. A 4-2 defeat away at FC Thun and a 2-2 home draw with Winterthur exposed familiar problems when defending transitions and set phases.

There have been positives as well. The 2-1 away win at St. Gallen showed resilience under pressure, while the 1-1 draw at Servette reflected an ability to stay competitive against organised opposition. However, the narrow 1-0 home loss to Lugano again underlined how fine the margins have become.

At home, Zurich tend to play with more intent, but that approach often leaves space behind. Matches frequently open up once they commit numbers forward, increasing both scoring chances and defensive risk.

FC Basel Rely on Control Rather Than Firepower

FC Basel’s recent results point towards a side more focused on structure than attacking volume. Draws against Sion and Servette, both finishing 1-1, showed their ability to manage games without dominating possession.

Away performances have been more convincing. Wins at Luzern and Winterthur, both ending 2-1, highlighted efficiency when exploiting mistakes rather than sustained pressure. Even the 0-0 home draw with Lausanne reflected a willingness to protect shape when attacking rhythm drops.

Basel rarely allow games to spiral, but they do concede chances when opponents increase tempo. That tendency has kept matches competitive rather than controlled from start to finish.

FC Zurich vs FC Basel Prediction

The best bet here points towards over 2.5 goals and both teams to score, with both sides showing patterns that favour open play rather than defensive containment. Zurich’s home games often accelerate once they push forward, while Basel’s away matches tend to feature goals at both ends when pressure builds.

Neither side has shown consistent clean-sheet control in recent weeks, and both are comfortable attacking in transitions rather than sitting deep. If the opening goal arrives early, the match is likely to stretch quickly rather than settle.

For a correct score prediction, FC Basel 2-1 fits the likely flow. Basel’s ability to stay composed in tight away fixtures gives them a slight edge, while Zurich’s attacking intent at home suggests they are unlikely to be shut out completely.