The Spanish league is often referred to as one of the best if not the best league in the world. it is surely no doubt down to the many talented teams who are on display every week in the league. However, there is yet another competition which the Spanish teams find them totally engrossed in. that competition is the Copa Del Rey As the season draws to a close, the number of teams left in this competition would often reduce as teams grapple with each other to stay alive. Two such teams who find themselves in such season this time around are Valencia and Real Betis. When the second leg kicks off at the Mestalla, they would look back at their 2-2 draw and realize that they still have the entire world to play for.
Valencia
Valencia has had a shabby season by their talents. Their league position and their performances in other competitions have left little to be desired this season. However, they have a chance to correct that when they meet for the second leg of the Copa Del Rey. They are currently in 9th position in the league having amassed just 33 points. Their opponents are currently even ahead of them in the standing. This would surely mean that Valencia would so much more interested in this match. Here is surely an opportunity to save their season. It would be interesting to see how this one plays out.
Real Betis
Real Betis season has according to plan and they can only expect so much more. They are currently 7th in their league and they are 2 points off the champions league places. Anything is possible in the league this season and they would itching to find out how it all turns out for them. However, another source of joy would be the Copa Del Rey. They have made it to the latter stages in the competition. All that stands in their way par the final is a gripping second leg against Valencia who is two spots below then in the league. They would, therefore, be confident of their chances heading into this game.
Form
When it comes to the form, Valencia is unbeaten in their last six games. However, this has not translated into wins. They have won just two of those games. The remaining games have ended in frustrating draws. They would this be looking to win this game as that is the only way to ensure success.
Real Betis, on the other hand, have won just once in their last six games. However, they have also only lost once too. The remaining games have all ended in draws. Both teams would be aware that most of their recent games have ended in draws. They would be desperate to ensure that this game ends up in their favor.
Barcelona awaits whoever wins this game. While it may be a tough task to usurp Barcelona, the only way to have a shot is by winning this game. Which team will succeed?
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