On Sunday, the Verdiblancos secured an impressive win over their rivals, Sevilla, defeating them 2-0 in the match corresponding to round 14. The breakthrough came from midfielder Pablo Fornals, who scored just 8 minutes into the second half. Sergi Altimira added the second goal at the 23rd minute of the same period, sealing the victory for Betis.
Pablo Fornals drew applause for his stunning finish early in the second half. He received the ball on the left flank, unleashed a powerful shot from the penalty area, and found the back of the net through the right post.
The standout player was Natan, whose performance solidified his status as a key player of the match. The Betis defender made two vital interceptions and cleared 11 balls out of danger.
Fornals also had a significant impact, contributing not only a goal but also completing 22 successful passes and attempting 3 shots.
Sevilla’s head coach, Matías Almeyda, adopted a 4-3-3 formation with Odysseas Vlachodimos in goal; Juanlu Sánchez, César Azpilicueta, Marcão, and José Ángel Carmona in defence; Djibril Sow, Batista Mendy, and Peque Fernández in the midfield; and Chidera Ejuke, Akor Adams, and Alfon González leading the attack.
In contrast, Manuel Pellegrini’s squad also lined up in a 4-3-3, featuring Álvaro Valles in goal; Aitor Ruibal, Marc Bartra, Natan, and Valentín Gómez in defence; Nelson Deossa, Marc Roca, and Pablo Fornals in midfield; and Pablo Garcia, Juan Hernández, and Abde Ezzalzouli upfront.
José Munuera Montero officiated the match at the Ramón Sánchez Pizjuán Stadium.
Looking ahead, Sevilla will visit Valencia for their next fixture, while Betis will face Barcelona at home.
Following this result, Sevilla finds itself in 13th place in the league with 16 points, while Betis moves up to 5th place with 24 points.
Substitutions in Sevilla
45’ 2T – Marcão was substituted for Kike Salas
60’ 2T – Alfon González and Batista Mendy were replaced by Isaac Romero and Alexis Sánchez, respectively
69’ 2T – Djibril Sow made way for Lucien Agoumé
78’ 2T – Chidera Ejuke was substituted for Miguel Ángel Sierra
Yellow Cards for Sevilla:
29’ 2T José Ángel Carmona (arguing with a rival) and 40’ 2T Marcão (insulting or disapproving the referee)
Red Card for Sevilla:
38’ 2T Isaac Romero (Direct red)
Substitutions in Betis
62’ 2T – Nelson Deossa was replaced by Sergi Altimira
71’ 2T – Pablo Garcia was substituted for Ángel Ortiz
89’ 2T – Aitor Ruibal, Pablo Fornals, and Juan Hernández were replaced by Rodrigo Riquelme, Ricardo Rodríguez, and Chimy Ávila, respectively.
Yellow Cards for Betis:
41’ 1T Marc Bartra (unsporting behaviour), 6’ 2T Aitor Ruibal (unsporting behaviour), and 49’ 2T Chimy Ávila (unsporting behaviour)