Real Betis secured a commanding victory over Atlético Palma del Río in their Copa del Rey debut. The match, held on October 30, 2025, concluded with a striking score of 7-1, showcasing the disparity between the teams.
Match Overview
From the outset, Real Betis asserted their dominance. Within the first ten minutes, Rodrigo Riquelme opened the scoring, finishing expertly after a pass from Ángel Ortiz. Less than ten minutes later, Sergi Altimira extended the lead to 2-0 with a shot that hit the near post, assisted by Chimy Ávila.
Scoring Highlights
- 8′ – Goal: Rodrigo Riquelme from Ángel Ortiz’s pass (1-0)
- 18′ – Goal: Sergi Altimira from Chimy Ávila’s assist (2-0)
- 34′ – Goal: Pablo García from Sergi Altimira’s deep pass (3-0)
- 54′ – Goal: Pablo García from Ángel Ortiz’s assist (4-0)
- 60′ – Goal: Diego Llorente from Abde Ezzalzouli’s corner (5-1)
- 66′ – Goal: Rodrigo Riquelme (6-1)
- 90′ – Goal: Abde Ezzalzouli from Chimy Ávila’s corner (7-1)
Palma del Río managed to find the net through Manuel Rodríguez, who scored following an assist from Sergio León, a former player for Betis. Despite this, the visitors continued to dominate.
Player Contributions
Real Betis made several strategic substitutions. Notable players such as Abde Ezzalzouli and Iván Corralejo were brought in to maintain momentum. Both the attacking prowess and defensive solidity of Betis were evident throughout the match.
Match Statistics
| Category | Real Betis | Atlético Palma del Río |
|---|---|---|
| Goals | 7 | 1 |
| Shots on Target | 15 | 4 |
| Possession (%) | 65 | 35 |
In conclusion, Real Betis demonstrated exceptional skill and teamwork in their Copa del Rey debut against Atlético Palma del Río. Their ability to capitalize on scoring opportunities and maintain pressure throughout the match were key factors in their decisive win.
