Celta Vigo and Real Betis play out goalless draw at Balaidos
Celta Vigo and Real Betis drew 0-0 at the Municipal de Balaidos in Matchday 10 of LaLiga. Betis had more of the ball and more shots, but could not find a goal. Celta put more efforts on target and also failed to break the deadlock.
The first half finished goalless and the second followed the same pattern. Neither side led at any point. Betis controlled possession with 56% to 44% and won the shot count 15 to 12. They also earned more corners, four to three.
Clear openings were rare. Celta had four shots on target and Betis only two. On expected goals the visitors were narrowly ahead, 1.14 to 0.92. It is a slim margin that reflects an even contest.
It was a low-key contest in terms of discipline. Celta committed nine fouls and Betis twelve. The hosts picked up two yellow cards and the visitors one. Referee Isidro Diaz de Mera Escuderos did not send anyone off.
Match stats
Our prediction
Our preview suggested a 1-1 draw, with both sides scoring. Neither did. The match was tight and evenly balanced, as we had expected.
Betis stay fourth on 19 points from nine games, while Celta are tenth on 11.