Europa League
2026-01-29 - Betis vs Feyenoord
A Sports Betting Pick by Gladiator
Football: Europa League - League phase - Round 8
Estadio de La Cartuja (Sevilla), Spain
Wednesday, 28th January 2026 - Kick Off 21:00 CET
Betis
Betis arrive at this decisive European night knowing that anything less than a win could cost them a top-eight finish. Their momentum was interrupted by the 2-0 defeat to PAOK last week, a result that ended a run of three straight Europa League victories and opened the door for several chasing teams. They return home with some confidence, though, having won four of their last six UEL matches in Seville and generally performing well in front of their supporters.
Pellegrini’s side tends to start fast, with most of their European goals coming before halftime in this phase. With injuries stacking up, Betis will likely try to control the tempo early and avoid a tense finish. Their overall home form and superior experience in pressure situations give them a slight edge heading into this must-win encounter.
Feyenoord
Feyenoord’s Europa League campaign has been disappointing by their standards, with five defeats from seven matches leaving them needing a win here to reach the play-off places. Last week’s convincing 3-0 win over Sturm Graz finally broke a poor run of form and injected new optimism into Robin van Persie’s squad, but the task ahead remains huge.
Their biggest hurdle is their away record: Feyenoord haven’t won any of their last 19 Europa League main-draw away matches. Concentration late in games has also been an issue, as they’ve conceded more goals after the 75th minute than any other side in this phase. If they want to keep their European campaign alive, they’ll need a near-perfect performance in Sevilla.
Betting Verdict
This match brings huge stakes for both sides, but Betis’ strong home form and Feyenoord’s long-standing struggles away from Rotterdam point toward a tight but controlled performance from the hosts. Feyenoord may contribute spells of pressure, yet Betis generally manage matches well at home, particularly in Europe. With so much on the line, a more cautious, lower-scoring affair is the most likely outcome.
The Pick :
Betis 2-1 Feyenoord
