Spain - LaLiga Santander 2022-2023 Tournament: Betis vs Osasuna
On matchday 3 of the Spain - LaLiga Santander 2022-2023 tournament, the Verdiblancos won at home against the Rojillos. The home team scored the only goal of the match in the 33rd minute of the first half, through Borja Iglesias. With a cross from Álex Moreno, the forward confidently finished with a powerful kick into the opposite goal, from inside the penalty area.
A shot by Moi Gómez hit the post in the 32nd minute of the first half, and Osasuna missed their chance to take the lead.
Borja Iglesias had a great performance. The Betis attacker shone by scoring 1 goal, taking 2 shots, and completing 7 accurate passes.
Álex Moreno also stood out. The Betis defender was important in recovering 2 balls.
The match was constantly interrupted due to a high accumulation of fouls on the field. There were 3 yellow cards shown to Aimar Oroz, Unai García, and David García. Germán Pezzella was sent off with a direct red card in the 72nd minute of the second half.
Betis' manager, Manuel Pellegrini, presented a 4-5-1 tactical disposition with Rui Silva in goal; Aitor Ruibal, Germán Pezzella, Edgar González, and Álex Moreno in the defensive line; Guido Rodríguez, William Carvalho, Rodri, Nabil Fekir, and Juanmi in midfield; and Borja Iglesias in the attack.
On the other hand, Jagoba Arrasate's team came out with a 4-5-1 tactical disposition with Sergio Herrera in goal; Rubén Peña, Unai García, David García, and Juan Cruz in defense; Jon Moncayola, Lucas Torró, Nacho Vidal, Aimar Oroz, and Moi Gómez in midfield; and Chimy Ávila up front.
Juan Martínez Munuera was chosen as the referee for the match at the Benito Villamarín stadium.
In the next matchday, Betis will visit Real Madrid, and Osasuna will play at home against Rayo Vallecano.
With this result, the home team is currently at the top of the championship with 9 points, while the visitors, with 6, are in fourth place.