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Welcome to NerdyTips, where our PAOK vs Betis prediction takes center stage ahead of this intriguing UEFA Europa League match on January 22, 2026. With both teams bringing recent drama and ambition to Toumba Stadium in Thessaloniki, football fans can expect a tactical chess match with plenty riding on the outcome. Let’s break down the teams, their recent form, and what our AI recommends for your betting slip.
PAOK, celebrating their 100th season and 67th consecutive year in Greece’s top flight, are no strangers to European nights. Under the guidance of Răzvan Lucescu, with Gianpaolo Castorina assisting, the Greek side has shown resilience and unpredictability in Europe this season. Their recent Europa League results read like a football rollercoaster: a draw, a win, a loss, another draw, and two more wins. Their last continental outing—a wild 3-3 draw with Ludogorets—shows they can both score and concede in equal measure.
In domestic action, PAOK have also been entertaining, with high-scoring draws and notable victories, including a 2-0 win over Lyon and a 2-1 triumph against Utrecht. Their squad, valued at €89.25m, is spearheaded by the likes of Andrija Živković and Ioannis Konstantelias, who have both found the net twice in the Europa League, with Konstantelias leading the club in all competitions with 12 goals.
Real Betis, meanwhile, are sitting comfortably in 4th place in their Europa League group and arrive in Greece with a squad worth €2.3.45.80m—more than double their hosts. Managed by the experienced Manuel Pellegrini, Betis have been solid if unspectacular lately. Their recent form includes a 3.4 win over Dinamo Zagreb and a morale-boosting 2-0 victory against Villarreal, courtesy of goals from Aitor Ruibal and Pablo Fornals. However, a heavy 5-1 defeat to Real Madrid and a 1-1 draw with Real Oviedo earlier this month remind us that Betis are not invincible.
The pressure is on Pellegrini, with the Betis board demanding either a trophy or a secure European spot for next season. This could mean an extra-motivated Betis side, hungry to impress and progress.
Bookmakers have set the betting odds for this Europa League encounter as follows:
The betting market sees Betis as slight favorites, but the odds suggest a tight contest—perhaps one for the tactical purists and those who appreciate the finer details of European football.
Expect PAOK to have a slight edge in possession (52%) but Betis to be more direct, with the away side projected to take 14 shots to PAOK’s 11. Both teams are expected to test the goalkeeper five times each, with corners split evenly at five apiece. Discipline should not be a major issue, with just one yellow card predicted for each team.
Whether you’re watching as a fan or with a betting slip in hand, this PAOK vs Betis prediction offers value and excitement in equal measure. As always, enjoy the football and bet responsibly!
Welcome to NerdyTips, where our PAOK vs Betis prediction takes center stage ahead of this intriguing UEFA Europa League match on January 22, 2026. With both teams bringing recent drama and ambition to Toumba Stadium in Thessaloniki, football fans can expect a tactical chess match with plenty riding on the outcome. Let’s break down the teams, their recent form, and what our AI recommends for your betting slip.
PAOK, celebrating their 100th season and 67th consecutive year in Greece’s top flight, are no strangers to European nights. Under the guidance of Răzvan Lucescu, with Gianpaolo Castorina assisting, the Greek side has shown resilience and unpredictability in Europe this season. Their recent Europa League results read like a football rollercoaster: a draw, a win, a loss, another draw, and two more wins. Their last continental outing—a wild 3-3 draw with Ludogorets—shows they can both score and concede in equal measure.
In domestic action, PAOK have also been entertaining, with high-scoring draws and notable victories, including a 2-0 win over Lyon and a 2-1 triumph against Utrecht. Their squad, valued at €89.25m, is spearheaded by the likes of Andrija Živković and Ioannis Konstantelias, who have both found the net twice in the Europa League, with Konstantelias leading the club in all competitions with 12 goals.
Real Betis, meanwhile, are sitting comfortably in 4th place in their Europa League group and arrive in Greece with a squad worth €2.3.45.80m—more than double their hosts. Managed by the experienced Manuel Pellegrini, Betis have been solid if unspectacular lately. Their recent form includes a 3.4 win over Dinamo Zagreb and a morale-boosting 2-0 victory against Villarreal, courtesy of goals from Aitor Ruibal and Pablo Fornals. However, a heavy 5-1 defeat to Real Madrid and a 1-1 draw with Real Oviedo earlier this month remind us that Betis are not invincible.
The pressure is on Pellegrini, with the Betis board demanding either a trophy or a secure European spot for next season. This could mean an extra-motivated Betis side, hungry to impress and progress.
Bookmakers have set the betting odds for this Europa League encounter as follows:
The betting market sees Betis as slight favorites, but the odds suggest a tight contest—perhaps one for the tactical purists and those who appreciate the finer details of European football.
Expect PAOK to have a slight edge in possession (52%) but Betis to be more direct, with the away side projected to take 14 shots to PAOK’s 11. Both teams are expected to test the goalkeeper five times each, with corners split evenly at five apiece. Discipline should not be a major issue, with just one yellow card predicted for each team.
Whether you’re watching as a fan or with a betting slip in hand, this PAOK vs Betis prediction offers value and excitement in equal measure. As always, enjoy the football and bet responsibly!
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U3.5 -270
No more than 3 goals will be scored in the match with odds of -2702 240
Betis is expected to win with odds of 240Under 3.5 -270
No more than 3 goals will be scored in the matchYes -122
Both teams are expected to scoreX2&U5.5 -120
Away win/draw and under 5.5 goals
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| 29 Jan |
Lyon.
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| PAOK.
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| 22 Jan | W |
PAOK.
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2:0
| Betis.
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| 18 Jan | W |
PAOK.
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3:0
| OFI Crete.
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| 14 Jan | W |
Olympiakos.
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0:2
| PAOK.
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| 10 Jan | W |
Panetoliko.
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0:3
| PAOK.
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| 06 Jan | D |
PAOK.
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1:1
| Atromitos.
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| 21 Dec | W |
PAOK.
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2:0
| Panathinai.
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| 17 Dec | W |
PAOK.
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4:1
| Marko.
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| 14 Dec | L |
Atromitos.
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2:0
| PAOK.
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| 11 Dec | D |
Ludogorets.
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3:3
| PAOK.
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| 29 Jan | Betis. |
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Feyenoord.![]() | |
| 25 Jan | L | Alaves. |
2:1 |
Betis.![]() |
| 22 Jan | L | PAOK. |
2:0 |
Betis.![]() |
| 17 Jan | W | Betis. |
2:0 |
Villarreal.![]() |
| 14 Jan | W | Betis. |
2:1 |
Elche.![]() |
| 10 Jan | D | R. Oviedo. |
1:1 |
Betis.![]() |
| 04 Jan | L | Real Madri. |
5:1 |
Betis.![]() |
| 21 Dec | W | Betis. |
4:0 |
Getafe.![]() |
| 18 Dec | W | Murcia. |
0:2 |
Betis.![]() |
| 15 Dec | D | Vallecano. |
0:0 |
Betis.![]() |
World - UEFA Europa League| Team | Matches | Goals | Points | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Lyon | 7 | 14-3 | 18 |
| 2 |
Aston Villa | 7 | 11-4 | 18 |
| 3 |
SC Freiburg | 7 | 10-3 | 17 |
| 4 |
FC Midtjylland | 7 | 16-8 | 16 |
| 5 |
SC Braga | 7 | 11-5 | 16 |
| 6 |
AS Roma | 7 | 12-5 | 15 |
| 7 |
Ferencvarosi | 7 | 12-7 | 15 |
| 8 |
Real Betis | 7 | 11-6 | 14 |
| 9 |
FC Porto | 7 | 10-6 | 14 |
| 10 |
Genk | 7 | 9-6 | 13 |
| 11 |
FK Crvena | 7 | 6-5 | 13 |
| 12 |
PAOK | 7 | 15-10 | 12 |
| 13 |
VfB Stuttgart | 7 | 12-7 | 12 |
| 14 |
Celta Vigo | 7 | 14-10 | 12 |
| 15 |
Bologna | 7 | 11-7 | 12 |
| 16 |
Nottingham | 7 | 11-7 | 11 |
| 17 |
Plzen | 7 | 7-3 | 11 |
| 18 |
Fenerbahçe | 7 | 9-6 | 11 |
| 19 |
Panathinaikos | 7 | 10-8 | 11 |
| 20 |
Dinamo Zagreb | 7 | 12-14 | 10 |
| 21 |
Lille | 7 | 11-9 | 9 |
| 22 |
Brann | 7 | 9-10 | 9 |
| 23 |
BSC Young Boys | 7 | 8-13 | 9 |
| 24 |
Celtic | 7 | 9-13 | 8 |
| 25 |
Ludogorets | 7 | 11-15 | 7 |
| 26 |
Feyenoord | 7 | 10-13 | 6 |
| 27 |
FC Basel 1893 | 7 | 9-12 | 6 |
| 28 |
Red Bull | 7 | 8-12 | 6 |
| 29 |
FCSB | 7 | 8-15 | 6 |
| 30 |
GO Ahead | 7 | 6-14 | 6 |
| 31 |
Sturm Graz | 7 | 4-11 | 4 |
| 32 |
Rangers | 7 | 4-11 | 4 |
| 33 |
Nice | 7 | 7-14 | 3 |
| 34 |
Utrecht | 7 | 3-11 | 1 |
| 35 |
Malmo FF | 7 | 3-13 | 1 |
| 36 |
Maccabi Tel | 7 | 2-19 | 1 |