Athletic Club emerged victorious from Seville to maintain their unbeaten start in La Liga. This was the story of two sides that soaked up possession and pounced to launch quick offensive transitions, followed by a high press to sustain the pressure. Tactical analysis and match report by David Pugh. It was Pellegrini against Valverde, the longest-serving […]
Although Chelsea were favorites going into the Europa Conference League final, it was Real Betis that started strongly and gained the advantage. However, a spirited second-half display blew away the Spanish side as the Blues hit back with four. The historic achievement for Chelsea also marked a pivotal step of progression for Enzo Maresca’s project […]
Villarreal took a step toward the UEFA Champions League qualification when they edged past direct rivals Real Betis. Manuel Pellegrini’s men dominated early proceedings; however, the Submarines strikers rose to the occasion, turning the tables ahead. Villarreal’s compactness prevented Real Betis from returning on the scoresheet. Tactical analysis and match report by Achraf Lamdarhri. The fight […]
Manuel Pellegrini’s Real Betis side earned a shock victory over Real Madrid at the Estadio Benito Villamarín. An early first half goal from Brahim Diaz was cancelled out by a header from a corner by Johnny and Betis captain Isco’s decisive penalty in the second half sealed the victory for the home side as they […]
In his inaugural game with Real Betis, Anthony displayed an aspiring performance to initiate his loan spell coming from Manchester United. Isco scoring from a rebound, and Perraud lashing a screamer home would secure the win should Manuel Pellegrini’s team be solid in defensive set-pieces. Nevertheless, two corners were enough for Ernesto Valverde’s men to […]
Despite the numerical disadvantage, Real Betis made the Submarines drown in la Ceràmica stadium. Former Barcelona player, Victor Roque’s header and ex-Villareal, Giovani Lo Celso’s freekick secured three points for Manuel Pelligrini’s team on a challenging ground. Tactical analysis and match report by Achraf Lamdarhri. Under Marcelino, Villareal keeps progressing gradually in LaLiga. The Submarines are […]
Athletic Club, unable to achieve checkmate, squandered an easy win at San Mamés against Real Betis. Clinicality is an art that the Basques players were lacking to come close to the Champions League spots. Tactical analysis and match report by Achraf Lamdarhri. There are two levels of competition in La Liga 2024/25. The first one is […]
As darkness descended on Camp Nou, the league champions lit the pitch. Two loanees dazzled on debut in a dominant display that showed how Barcelona might evolve with new qualities. Tactical analysis and match report by Emmanuel Adeyemi-Abere. Barcelona were finally back at the summit of Spanish football in May 2023, earning their first league […]
Real Betis and Atlético Madrid played a slow and tight game, with many inaccuracies and lack of game rhythm from both sides. This ended in a goalless draw and the state of the game was reflected by a grand total of one shot on target and 1.42 xG throughout 111 minutes of play. Tactical analysis […]
Real Betis cannot afford to drop points in their hunt for European football in the new season, but their opponents set the tone in this contest. Barcelona were on top of affairs from start to finish and showed once more why they will soon be basking in the glory of winning LaLiga. Tactical analysis and […]