Wednesday 005 Europa League> Betis vs Chelsea

Historical confrontation, tactical analysis and key factor inventory

May 28, 2025 | Sports Channel

The European Union Finals this weekend will be held at the neutral stadium, and La Liga powerhouse Real Betis and Premier League giant Chelsea will compete for the championship trophy. This game is not only about the honor of the European game, but also the ultimate test of the strength of the two teams this season. The following is based on official and public information, and sorts out the core highlights of this game from the dimensions of the significance of the game, historical confrontation, tactical style, injury and suspension dynamics.

1. Meaning of the event

Betis: The team entered the European League final for the first time in history. If it wins the championship, it will become the first La Liga team to win the championship in this event. Previously, Betis' best record in the European Cup was in the quarterfinals of the Europa League (2022-23 season). In this season's knockout stage, they defeated Fiorentina, Warsaw Legia and other powerful teams one after another, showing their dark horse quality.

Chelsea: As a Premier League giant, Chelsea aims to lock in Europa League qualification for next season through the European League championship, and continue the tradition of winning European championships in recent years (2021 Champions League, 2023 Europa League). If you successfully win the cup, you will become the first English team to win the Champions League, Europa League and Europa League.

2. Historical Confrontation Record

Direct Dialogue: The two teams only met twice in history, each with 1 win and 1 loss. In the group stage of this season, Betis defeated Chelsea 1-0 at home, but lost 1-2 away in the second leg.

European experience: Chelsea has entered the European finals three times in the past five years (2 Champions League and 1 European League), while Betis has entered the European finals for the first time, with a significant gap in experience.

3. Comparison of tactical styles

Real Betis (4-3-3 Counterattack System)

Offensive core: Brazilian winger Anthony (loaned from Manchester United) is the key teacher of the team. He contributed 9 goals and 5 assists this season, especially in the knockout stage.

Tactical features: focus on fast counterattacks and crosses from the wing, with set pieces accounting for 28%. However, defensive loopholes have appeared frequently recently, with averaging 1.83 goals conceded per game in the last six games, and injuries in the midfield and backcourt have exacerbated the potential for defense.

Chelsea (4-2-3-1 ball control and pressure)

Offensive and defensive balance: This season, the European Union averages 68% ball control rate, and relies on the offensive end to the teamwork of Jiwu (6 goals in 6 games in the group stage) and Enzo Fernandez. He conceded only 0.5 goals per game on the defensive end, and the defensive combinations Colewell and Adarabioyu are in a stable state.

Tactical adjustment: Faced with intensive schedules, Chelsea often rotates the lineup, and young players such as Jiwu and Hall have shown strong ready-to-fighting power.

4. Injuries and lineup dynamics

Betis:

Injuries: Main guards Llorent (hamstring injury), Bellerin (season reimbursement), Sabali (shoulder injury), midfielder Lo Celso (foot injury) and forward Avila (thigh injury) are all absent, and their strength in the midfield and backcourt are greatly weakened.

Predicted starters (4-3-3): Silva/Perro, Bartra, Lorent (substitute), Berryan/Furnals, Artimilla, Ezarzuli/Anthony, Bacambu, Villa.

Chelsea:

Injury: Forwards Nicholas Jackson (hamstring injury) and Jiwu (return to be decided) are suspected of playing, but the defense is neat, and Chaloba has returned from injury.

Predicted starters (4-2-3-1): Jorgensen/Disassi, Colewell, Adarabioyu, Kukurelia/Enzo, Kesedo/Maduaike, Palmer, Sterling/Giu.

5. Institutional support and data trend

Index adjustment: Chelsea gave 0.75 goals in the initial index, and maintained stability in the future. Institutions are more aware of the strength and experience of the Blues.

Greater and small goals: Most institutions have 2.5 goals in the initial stage. Combined with Betis' recent defensive problems (period of 1.83 goals per game) and Chelsea's offensive firepower (period of 2.3 goals per game), the probability of a large score is relatively high.

Psychological level: Chelsea's winning rate in the last 10 games is 66.7%, while Betis has not won 3 draws and 2 losses in the last 5 games, and his morale is doubtful.

6. Other key factors

Settings offense and defense: Betis scores a set piece of 28%, but Chelsea's high-altitude defense success rate is 75%, which may limit the opponent's advantage.

Referee Scale: Betis players have a high number of yellow cards recently, so they need to be wary of excessive defensive actions that lead to loss of players.

Conclusion

This final is a contest between tactical execution and lineup depth. Betis needs to rely on Anthony's impact to make up for loopholes in the defense, while Chelsea needs to continue to control the ball and counterattack efficiently. Fans can obtain real-time starters and game updates through UEFA official channels.

Statement: The content of this article is based on public information of clubs and leagues, and does not involve event predictions, and is for fans' reference only.