Real Betis and Chelsea meet in Wednesday’s UEFA Conference League final at the Śląska Wrocław Stadium in Poland, with both clubs chasing contrasting chapters of history. For the Spanish side, it’s a chance to complete a fairytale journey over 117 years in the making, while Chelsea are seeking to become the first club ever to win all five major UEFA men’s club competitions—a landmark no other team has yet achieved.
.Here’s how I see it playing out, along with a betting tip for what should be a fascinating final.
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REAL BETIS v CHELSEA – Click here to bet
This is uncharted territory for Real Betis, who are appearing in their first ever European final. Manuel Pellegrini’s men have etched their names into club folklore by navigating a winding and often unpredictable path to Wroclaw, overcoming setbacks and seizing their moment. Their place in history was sealed with a tense 4-3 aggregate win over Fiorentina in the semi-finals—building on a 2-1 first-leg win in Seville before a dramatic 2-2 draw after extra time in Florence secured safe passage.
While Betis have had to battle throughout the tournament—including four defeats in regulation time along the way—their resilience has been key. Their campaign began with a 5-0 demolition of Kryvbas in the playoff round, before finishing as low as 15th overall in the league phase with a patchy record of three wins, one draw and two losses. However, they rallied in the knockouts, sweeping past Gent 3-1, then easing past Vitoria SC 6-2 on aggregate in the Round of 16. A 3-1 quarter-final win over Polish side Jagiellonia laid the groundwork for their historic semi-final triumph.
That said, momentum hasn’t exactly been on their side heading into the final showdown. Betis arrive in Wednesday’s clash without a win in their last four outings (D3, L1), though a sixth-place finish in La Liga has already secured Europa League football for next season. Crucially, they’ve enjoyed a full five-day rest since Friday’s 1-1 draw with Valencia — a luxury their opponents haven’t been afforded ahead of the midweek encounter.
Standing in their way is a Chelsea side on the verge of completing a historic clean sweep of UEFA’s five major trophies. Having already lifted two Champions League titles, two Europa Leagues, two Super Cups, and two Cup Winners’ Cups, Chelsea now have a golden opportunity to etch their name into the record books once again with the addition of Conference League silverware in Wednesday’s final.
Chelsea’s campaign under Enzo Maresca has been marked by dominance on the continental stage, winning 12 of their 14 European fixtures this season. They cruised through the group stage with a perfect six-from-six record, before continuing their strong form in the knockouts—seeing off Copenhagen 3-1 on aggregate in the Round of 16, edging past Legia Warsaw 4-2 in the quarter-finals, and dismantling Djurgården 5-1 across two dominant semi-final legs. Despite suffering two defeats along the way, the Blues have remained one of the most assured and clinical sides in this year’s competition.
While their season has been demanding, Chelsea’s strong finish in the Premier League ensured a fourth-place finish and a return to the UEFA Champions League next season. A 1-0 victory away to Nottingham Forest on the final day extended their strong run to seven wins in eight matches across all competitions—building momentum and belief heading into Wroclaw.
Head-to-Head
These two sides have faced each other four times previously, most recently during the 2005/06 UEFA Champions League campaign. Chelsea hold the upper hand in the head-to-head, with three wins and just one defeat from their past encounters.
Betting
Real Betis 15/4
Draw 26/10
Chelsea 5/6
Verdict
While Real Betis deserve immense credit for making history by reaching their first ever European final, their recent form casts doubt over their ability to go all the way. A four-match winless run and an inconsistent path to the final suggest they may fall short against a more polished and in-form Chelsea side. The Blues, by contrast, have hit their stride at just the right time, winning seven of their last eight matches in all competitions and showing renewed purpose under Enzo Maresca. With greater squad depth, European pedigree, and momentum on their side, Chelsea look well equipped to get the job done inside 90 minutes.
Suggested Bet: Full Time Result – Chelsea at 5/6
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