Real Betis host Panathinaikos in the second leg after a narrow 0:1 defeat in the first match. The Spanish side now face a must-win scenario at home, where they have been strong in this competition, while the Greek team arrive in excellent form under Rafa Benítez.
Prediction: Betis to win
Despite recent struggles, Betis’ strong home record in the competition suggests they have a solid chance to turn the tie around.
Betis are currently in a difficult run, going five matches without a win across all competitions. However, their home performances in this tournament have been impressive.
They are unbeaten at home in the Europa League this season and have won their last three matches in the competition on their own ground. This makes their home advantage a key factor in this decisive clash.
Panathinaikos have improved significantly under Rafa Benítez, going nine matches unbeaten in all competitions. The team looks more organized and confident, especially defensively.
They have also performed well away from home in Europe, remaining unbeaten in their last three away matches in the tournament.
Betis are expected to push forward aggressively in search of goals, especially given their need to overturn the deficit. Panathinaikos, meanwhile, will likely adopt a disciplined approach, focusing on maintaining their advantage.
