Aris Limassol, the reigning champions from Cyprus, is considered an underdog in this year's Europa League group stage. Their qualification for the competition was earned through a strong performance in the playoffs, where they overcame a first-leg deficit to secure their place.Aris Limassol has shown promise in their first three group stage matches, securing a victory against Rangers and putting up a fight against Sparta Prague. However, they suffered a narrow defeat to Betis in the first leg.One notable aspect of Aris Limassol's games is their tendency to produce goals, with 22 goals scored in their five international away matches this season, averaging more than four goals per game. However, they have also conceded at least two goals in each of these matches, highlighting their vulnerability in defense.Betis has been performing well in La Liga recently, going undefeated in their last seven league matches. While they've had four draws in their last five games, they have secured two wins in their last two matches, propelling them to sixth place in the league. Their unbeaten streak extends across all competitions, with no losses in their last ten games. This impressive form has boosted their confidence and makes them a strong contender in the Europa League.Betis has a strong home record, having not lost any of their seven competitive home games so far this season. They have secured victories in most of these home matches while conceding just three goals. This home advantage and defensive stability make them a formidable opponent.Given the potential for goals and Betis's strong form, betting on over 2.5 goals in conjunction with a home win could be interesting options. Aris Limassol may score a goal, but their defensive issues could lead to conceding multiple goals against the quality of Betis. I expect Betis to easily cover -1.5 AH at home.
