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A captivating match between Real Betis and Espanyol ended in a 2-2 draw at Estadio Benito Villamarín. The game was a back-and-forth affair, with both teams displaying attacking intent. Real Betis had a significant edge in possession (60%) and created more chances (23 shots compared to Espanyol's 11).
The first half saw a strong start from Espanyol, with a goal by Aleix Vidal in the 16th minute giving them an early lead. However, Real Betis roared back in the second half, equalizing through a controversial own goal by Espanyol in the 41st minute.
The thrilling moments continued as Real Betis surged ahead in the closing stages. Nabil Fekir scored in the 45th minute to put the hosts up 2-1. Then came a dramatic turn of events as Espanyol fought back with a late goal by Raúl de Tomás in the 90th minute to bring the game to a 2-2 draw.
Both teams' approaches were focused on controlling the midfield and attacking through the flanks. Espanyol employed a 4-1-4-1 formation, while Betis utilized a 4-2-3-1. Throughout the game, the energy levels were high. There were several impressive saves by both goalkeepers, adding to the excitement. Betis' impressive shots on target created lots of anxiety for the Espanyol team. The game highlighted the competitiveness of La Liga, featuring some impressive substitute strategies and key moments. Some key individual performances and strategic changes by both managers kept fans on the edge of their seats.