Roma vs Real Betis Champions League Prediction, Odds, Picks

The Europa League is being played in November and December this year. The stakes are higher than usual under the new format. Only the group winners are guaranteed a place in the round of 16. Finishing second brings advancement only to the knockout round playoffs. Manuel Pellegrini's team are among the favorites to win the competition. Manchester United and Arsenal are available at shorter odds with the best online sportsbooks. Real Betis lead the way after taking six points from the first six matches.

Roma are looking to win Champions League match against Real Betis. They are currently third in Group C, three points behind Real. Real lost 2-1 to Ludogorets Razgrad on the first day of the group stage. Jose Mourinho is aiming to become the third manager to have won all three European competitions in the same season.

Roma host Real Betis in Champions League Group C on Thursday. Winner of this match will take control of the group at the halfway point. Roma are the favorites due to home advantage. Beti are overpriced in the moneyline market. The odds do not reflect that. Manchester City and Real Madrid are current leaders of Group. If Roma lose, they would have to play against the current champions.