Real Betis Stages Sensational Comeback Against Leganés

In a thrilling 28th-round match of La Liga, Real Betis pulled off a stunning comeback to defeat Leganés 3-2, keeping their hopes alive for a spot in next season's European competitions. The match, held at Estadio Municipal de Butarque, was a rollercoaster of emotions for both sets of fans.

The first half belonged to the hosts, Leganés, who are fighting to avoid relegation. A brace from Raba gave them a commanding 2-0 lead, leaving Real Betis with a mountain to climb after the break.

However, the second half saw a dramatic turnaround. Isco ignited the comeback in the 64th minute with a well-taken goal, giving Betis a glimmer of hope. The momentum shifted entirely in the visitors' favor during a five-minute spell between the 78th and 82nd minutes. Bakambu and Cucho found the back of the net with precise finishes, completing the comeback and securing a 3-2 victory for Real Betis.

This hard-fought win ensures that Real Betis remain in sixth place, firmly in contention for a European spot. Meanwhile, Leganés stay 18th in the table, deep in the relegation battle and desperate for points to secure their survival in Spain's top flight.

2024-25, Spain - La Liga

Club Deportivo Leganes - Real Betis 2:3 (2:0)
Goals: Raba, 29 (1:0); Raba, 45 (2:0); Isco, 63 (penalty) (2:1); Bakambu, 78 (2:2); Cucho, 83 (2:3)

Club Deportivo Leganes: Dmitrović; González Se. (Duk, 85); Rosier; Hernández J.; Nastasic; Tapia; Cissé S. (El Haddadi, 85); Raba (de la Fuente, 61); Brašanac (Chicco, 85); Neyou (Óscar Rodríguez, 75); Juan Cruz
Bench: Soriano; Martín A. A.; Sáenz J.; Reynaldos; López R.A.
Yellow Cards: Neyou 26; Rosier 65

Real Betis: Adrian; Diego Llorente (Bartra, 70); Natan; Perraud; Sabaly (Ruibal, 62); Ezzalzouli (Rodriguez, 62); Altimira; Fornals (Bakambu, 62); Antony M.; Cucho (Caraballo, 85); Isco
Bench: Vieites; Garcia German; Bellerin; Carvalho W.; Flores M.; Chimy Ávila
Yellow Cards: Perraud 39