Elche CF, locked in a desperate fight for survival in La Liga, travel to Seville to face Real Betis on Tuesday, May 12 at 20:00 local time at the Estadio de La Cartuja. This match, corresponding to matchday 36 (the third from last), pits two teams with vastly contrasting objectives.
The Franjiverde side arrive after earning a point at home against Alavés, still unable to pull clear of the relegation zone. Eder Sarabia’s men desperately need a positive result in the Andalusian capital to face the final two league fixtures against Getafe and Girona with a measure of calm.
Real Betis, on the other hand, come into this game following a disappointing draw with Real Sociedad, having squandered a two-goal lead. Manuel Pellegrini’s side sit fifth in the table, occupying a Champions League spot, but that position is not yet secured. Winning at home against Elche would effectively tie up that coveted place.
**Third Meeting of the Season**
This will be the third official encounter between the two sides this campaign. In the first match of the league season, the opening day fixture, the duel ended in a 1-1 draw. Ruibal put the visitors ahead before Germán Valera equalized for Elche.
In the Copa del Rey, Elche visited Betis at La Cartuja last January in the round of 16, which ended in a controversial 2-1 home win and the subsequent elimination of the Ilicitanos. Léo Petrot put the Franjiverde ahead, but a brace from Chimy Ávila completed the comeback for the hosts.
**Where to Watch Betis vs Elche on TV**
The match between Real Betis and Elche this Tuesday at 20:00 can be followed live on DAZN. Both via the app and various pay-TV platforms offering the channel, extensive pre-match coverage begins half an hour before kick-off, featuring interviews with key players from both sides.
