Feyenoord Prepares for Europa League Challenge Against Real Betis

omidbasir- On Thursday, Feyenoord will compete against Real Betis in the Europa League. Following their victory over Sturm Graz last week, there remains a slim chance of progressing to the knockout stage. The upcoming match in southern Spain presents a formidable challenge, especially as coach Robin van Persie is dealing with numerous injuries within the squad. Who will take to the pitch on Thursday evening?

**Predicted Lineup for Feyenoord Against Real Betis: Van Persie Adapts Amid Injuries**

While the midweek match against Sturm Graz ended successfully with a 3-0 score, the subsequent game against Heracles Almelo revealed further complications for Van Persie and his team. Ultimately, they secured a 4-2 victory, but the match was not without its challenges. By Sunday evening, it became apparent that Anel Ahmedhodzic, Hwang In-beom, Luciano Valente, and Tsuyoshi Watanabe would all be sidelined due to injuries. Additionally, Anis Hadj Moussa also left the field in discomfort.

**Midfield Challenges and Offensive Certainties**

The pressing concern now is determining who is fit enough to start in the midfield. Former captain Sem Steijn played behind the strikers against Sturm Graz but found himself on the bench for the match against Heracles. However, there is a strong likelihood that the 24-year-old attacking midfielder will feature prominently in the starting lineup in Spain, as Van Persie is anticipated to protect either Hwang or Valente from further strain.

**Expected Feyenoord Formation Against Real Betis (4-3-3)**

Wellenreuther; Lotomba, Kraaijeveld, Plug, Bos; Targhalline, Valente, Steijn; Hadj Moussa, Ueda, Sauer

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