Pablo Fornals emerges as Betis's 'New King' in emotional Sevilla derby win | Sid Lowe

Sevilla's arch-rivals, Real Betis, have finally emerged victorious in the highly anticipated derby match at Ramón Sánchez-Pizjuán Stadium. Pablo Fornals scored a stunning opening goal, taking out several players, including César Azpilicueta and Kike Salas, before beating Sevilla goalkeeper Odysseas Vlachodimos to seal the 2-0 win.

Betis's 'New King' has been crowned, with Fornals leading the charge. The Spanish midfielder's third goal of the season was a masterclass display, showcasing his exceptional skill and vision on the pitch. His performance was all the more impressive given the absence of several key players, including Antony and Isco.

The win marked Betis's first Sevilla derby victory since 2018 and their second under Manuel Pellegrini's management. The match itself was a far cry from the traditional high-stakes affair that is often associated with these derbies, instead devolving into chaos when objects were thrown onto the pitch.

However, despite the mayhem, Betis's players managed to regain their composure and secure the three points. Sergi Altimira's second goal sealed the win, leaving Sevilla to rue their missed opportunities.

The victory has sent shockwaves throughout La Liga, with many questioning whether Sevilla can continue to compete with teams like Barcelona and Real Madrid. The draw between the two teams may have been uneventful, but the implications of this result will be felt for weeks to come.

For Betis, this win marks a significant turning point in their season, as they now sit above their city rivals in the standings. Manuel Pellegrini's decision to extend his contract until 2026 appears shrewd, as he continues to lead his team towards a Europa League spot and potentially beyond.

In the aftermath of the match, Betis players were jubilant, with Fornals describing the win as "really nice." The victory has been attributed to Pellegrini's astute management and the team's depth in quality players.
 
🤔 I'm loving this season so far! But seriously tho, what happened to all the passion and intensity in these Sevilla derbies? It felt like a bunch of fans just throwing stuff on the pitch 🤷‍♂️. Like, don't get me wrong, Betis deserved that win but it's always more exciting when the fans are all hyped up and stuff 💥. Anyway, Betis looking good this season! Fornals is on fire 🔥! And congrats to Pellegrini for getting his contract extension 🎉. Sevilla just gotta step it up if they wanna keep competing with the big boys 😬
 
bet, who would've thought Real Betis would finally take down Sevilla after all these years 🤯! Pablo Fornals is like a genius on the pitch, his goal was insane 😲! I'm loving the 'New King' vibe for him now 👑. It's crazy how much of a difference it makes when you have quality players who can step up and deliver. Sergi Altimira's goal was pure class 💯. And let's be real, Sevilla just got served 🤦‍♂️. This win is gonna give Betis some serious momentum going forward, especially with Pellegrini at the helm 🎉. The Europa League spot is definitely within reach now 📈!
 
🤔 I mean, can you believe it? Real Betis actually beat Sevilla 2-0! 🏆 That Pablo Fornals is a genius on the pitch. 😍 His goal was insane, taking out so many guys before even getting near the net. I'm surprised they didn't have more trouble with those objects thrown onto the pitch... can you imagine if one of them had hit someone? 🤦‍♂️ Anyway, this win is a big deal for Betis and I think it shows they're actually a team to be reckoned with now. Sevilla's gotta step up their game if they wanna compete with teams like Barcelona and Real Madrid. 💪
 
omg i'm dyin!! Betis finally got their revenge 💥🔥 Pablo Fornals is a total genius, his goal was insane 😲! I love how Manuel Pellegrini extended his contract, he's a genius manager 👏 the way Betis played was so calm and collected after all that chaos on the pitch 🤯. now they're gonna give Sevilla a run for their money in la liga 🎯 fingers crossed for some epic matches ahead ⚽
 
OMG u guys this is like finally a break for betis!! 🤩 theyve been struggling 4 ages but finally they pulled it off! pablo fornals is like the real MVP he scored that goal and took out so many ppl on the pitch lol 😂 i mean cesar azpilicueta got taken out by him straight up. i was watching this match live and omg the atmosphere at ramon sanchez-pizjuan stadium was insane 🎉 betis finally getting those 3 points and over Sevilla in derby matches 😏 its like pellegrini knows his stuff he made some smart moves during halftime that paid off big time. now betis is above Sevilla in the standings and theyre fighting for europa league spots lol cant wait to see what happens next 🤩
 
I'm loving this new era of football in Spain 🙌! Betis finally got that long-awaited derby win and it feels like a weight's been lifted off their shoulders 💨. I mean, Fornals is on fire right now 🔥, his skills are insane! And Altimira's goal was pure class 👏. Sevilla's defense was all over the place, especially with those players missing 🤔.

But seriously, this result has sent shockwaves and people are going to be talking about it for weeks 😂. It'll be interesting to see how Sevilla bounce back from this, they need to regroup and get their act together 💪. Betis, on the other hand, is looking like a solid team with Pellegrini at the helm 🙌. He's definitely made the right call by extending his contract 🔒.

I'm still trying to process the state of Sevilla vs Real Madrid in La Liga right now 😮... it's going to be a wild ride!
 
🤯 just watched that derby match and I'm still trying to process how Sevilla got dominated like that lol. But for real though, Pablo Fornals is a beast on the pitch 🤸‍♂️ his skills are insane! 2-0 win for Betis is huge, especially with all those key players missing from Real Madrid 🤯 this changes everything in La Liga now 😬 does this mean Sevilla's gonna be out of the Europa League spot? 🚫 gotta keep an eye on this, it's going to be a wild ride! 🎢
 
😂 Can't believe what just happened! I'm loving this underdog story from Real Betis, they've finally broken through against their city rivals Sevilla after all these years 🤯 Their midfield is on fire right now, Fornals is a total game-changer, what a skillful player! 😍 The fact that Pellegrini's extended contract just got approved is pure genius, this guy knows how to manage a team 🔥 And let's be real, Sevilla was missing some big players, so it wasn't like they were at full strength. Still, the derby match has always been one of the most intense in La Liga, and last night's chaos 🤪 showed that Betis can handle the pressure now that they're winning!
 
🤔 just think about it real betis have been getting under people's skin for ages and they finally take down Sevilla I mean, it's not like they were expected to win but still... 2-0 is a nice margin of victory 👍 Fornals is clearly the man 🔥 he's always been underrated but that goal was something else 🤯
 
🤔 just thinkin' about this derby match is makin' me go wild!! 😂 Real Betis finally got their revenge after losin' so many derbies to Sevilla! Pablo Fornals was on fire, like, whoa! 🚀 his skills on the pitch are insane. I'm lovin' how Manuel Pellegrini's team is comin' together, too - they're lookin' strong for that Europa League spot! 💪 but what's up with all the chaos on the field? 😳 objects flyin' everywhere... safety first, please?! 🙏
 
omg cant believe betis finally took down Sevilla their whole season was built around upsetting them lol sergi alтимira should get more love he was all over that pitch 🤩👏 i think its time for sevila to get a new coach theyre just not performing well anymore
 
I don't usually comment but I think it's wild how much this one game can impact Sevilla's season 🤯. They're used to being the top dog in these derbies, so a loss like this must be tough for them. And Betis, they've been playing some great football under Pellegrini, but you never know what's gonna happen on derby day 😂. Fornals is definitely having an awesome season though, his skill on the pitch is insane! 🤩 Can't wait to see how this shakes out in La Liga 🔮
 
omg u guys can't believe what just happened!! Real Betis finally took down Sevilla in that intense derby match 🤯! Pablo Fornals is LITERALLY a genius on the pitch, his goal was insane 🎯👏 I know some people were saying it was gonna be a close game but Fornals was unstoppable 💪 and Sergi Altimira's second goal was like the icing on the cake 🍰. Pellegrini must be so proud of his team right now 😊, they're really turning things around this season! And can we talk about how crazy that match got when objects were thrown onto the pitch? 🤯😳 I mean, I know it's a derby and emotions run high but come on guys, let's keep it classy 😅. Anyway, Betis is officially in the mix now and I'm SO hyped to see what the rest of the season holds for them 💥!
 
OMG 🤩 what a turnarond for Real Betis!!! Pablo Fornals is literally the new king of Betis 😎 I mean, that goal was insane! He took out like 3 defenders and still managed to slot it past Vlachodimos 💥 The whole team was on fire, even with all those injuries 🤕. And Sergi Altimira's goal was a nice cherry on top 🍒 I'm loving how Manuel Pellegrini's getting it right as gaffer too 👏 2-0 win is huge for Betis and now they're sitting above Sevilla in the standings 📈 Can't wait to see what happens next! 🤔
 
man this real betis win is a game changer for them they gotta keep it up now or else barca and madrid are gonna come back to life lol 😂👊 seriously though, sergi altimira is on fire 🚀 and pablo fornals is living his best football life 💥 i think Sevilla need to regroup and figure out what went wrong they had some top players missing and still managed to lose so maybe now its the betis era 🙌
 
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