Europa League 2025-2026: Betis-Braga, the probable formations

At 9 p.m., the Estadio de la Cartuja hosts the return match between Betis and Braga. After the 1-1 draw in the first leg, qualification for the semifinals is totally in the balance: whoever passes the round will meet the winner of the Celta Vigo-Freiburg match. Pur trovandosi in difficultorlittle in La Liga, the Betis si transforms completely when playing in casa for the ability to draw enthusiasm from his audience, but in fronthe will have a Braga in ottima forbut, strong especially di three consecutive useful resultsi. Pellegrini is forced to do without the disqualified Natan and the injured Isco and Lo Celso, key players for the possible final victory; however, there is also an important exclusion among the Portuguese, the talented Rodrigo Zalazar.

For this decisive challenge, Manuel Pellegrini has to deal with several heavy absences, including the injured Isco and the disqualified Natan. Between the posts there will be room for Pau Lopez, while the defensive line will be led by the experience of Bartra and Llorente. In the midfield, the game will pass between the feet of Amrabat and Altimira, with the task of triggering Fornals and Antony in support of the only forward Cucho Hernandez.

On the other side, Vicens Carlos responds with a very compact formation in the middle of the field. In front of Hornicek, the defense will be led by the talented young Gabriel Moscardo. On the flanks, Gómez and Martinez will have the double task of supporting the attack and helping the defensive phase, while forward all hopes go to star Ricardo Horta, who together with Dorgeles will support Pau Victor as the only offensive terminal.

Betis-Braga, likely lineups

Betis (4-2-3-1): Lopez; Ruibal, Bartra, Llorente, Rodriguez; Amrabat, Altimira; Antony, Fornals, Ezzalzouli; Cucho Hernandez. All. Pellegrini.

Braga (3-4-2-1): Hornicek; Lagerbielke, Gabriel Moscardo, Arrey-Mbi; Gomez, Gorby, Grillitsch, Martinez; Dorgeles, Horta; Victor. All. Vicens Carlos.