BETIS NEWS

William Carvalho - Provides assist in win Carvalho assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Sunday's 3-0 win against Valencia.

Impact Carvalho recorded his first assist of the season in the 85th minute as he delivered the ball to Ez Abde, who then scored from the edge of the box. The midfielder has come off the bench in the previous two games after an extended injury absence. It is yet to be seen whether Carvalho will eventually be in the starting lineup once again.

OCTOBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Isco - Provides assist in win Isco assisted once to go with three shots (two on goal), seven crosses (four accurate) and five corners in Sunday's 3-0 victory against Valencia.

Impact Isco nearly scored with a long-range shot, but it was stopped by an impressive dive from the goalkeeper, resulting in a corner. However, the midfielder recorded his first assist of the season on the ensuing corner kick as he found Marc Roca in the box.

OCTOBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assane Diao Diaoune - Scores in win Diao Diaoune scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 3-0 win over Valencia.

Impact Diao Diaoune scored the opening goal for Betis in the 41st minute as he beat the goalkeeper with a short-range finish. The 18-year-old forward has now scored in back-to-back games, and he also created his first chance of the season.

OCTOBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Abdessamad Ezzalzouli - Scores off bench Ez Abde scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 3-0 win against Valencia.

Impact Abde entered the game in the 72nd minute, and made a quick impact as he notched his first goal of the season 13 minutes later, delivering an extraordinary finish from the edge of the box that went right to the upper left corner of the net. The forward has now been on the bench for six out of eight matches.

OCTOBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Marc Roca - Scores and assists in win Roca scored one goal and assisted once from three shots and one chance created in Sunday's 3-0 victory over Valencia.

Impact Roca notched his first goal of the season in the 52nd minute as he delivered a powerful header into the back of the net after a corner kick. Aside from his goal, he also provided an assist in the first half as he sent the ball to Assane Diao Diaoune inside the box. The defensive midfielder also set a new season-high with three shots taken, after having recorded only two shots all season.

OCTOBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Claudio Bravo - Secures clean sheet in win Bravo made two saves and allowed zero goals in Sunday's 3-0 win over Valencia.

Impact Bravo made his fourth consecutive start, despite the fact that regular first choice goalkeeper Rui Silva has been available in the previous two matches. The 40-year-old goalkeeper recorded his first clean sheet of the season, and has yet to allow more than one goal in any game this season. It is unclear whether he'll remain in the starting lineup when Betis faces off against Alaves in the next league game, a team that has scored six goals in eight games.

OCTOBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Marc Bartra - Starting against Valencia Bartra (strain) is in the starting lineup for Sunday's match against Valencia.

Impact Bartra was not expected to feature in either of the two contests this week due to a muscular strain, but he recovered in time and will be part of the XI here. Bartra will slot at center-back alongside German Pezzella.

OCTOBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

German Pezzella - Solid all-around performance in draw Pezzella fired two shots (none on-target) in Thursday's 1-1 draw with Granada.

Impact Pezzella put in a strong performance on Thursday. The Argentianian international posted strong defensive statistics (five clearances, two interceptions and a block) and managed to contribute at the other end of the field with two shots. From six appearances (all starts) he has delivered two clean sheets.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ayoze Perez - Delivers assist in draw Perez delivered an assist and fired two shots (none on-target) in Thursday's 1-1 draw against Granada.

Impact Perez had a quiet game on Thursday. He created the assist for Assane Diao Diaoune's goal, but apart from that the striker was not impactful and did not manage to place any shots-on-target. Unsurprisingly he was subbed after 73. From seven La Liga appearances (all starts) he has only scored once.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assane Diao Diaoune - Scores stunning goal in derby draw Assane Diao Diaoune placed two shots and scored with his only on-target effort in Thursday's 1-1 draw with Granada.

Impact Assane Diao Diaoune scored the game's opening goal through a scorching shot into the top corner of the net from outside the area. It was the 18-year-old's debut with the Betis first team, he was previously a scoresheet regular for Betis B. He will be one to watch as the season progresses.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Claudio Bravo - Saves six in derby draw Bravo recorded six saves and conceded one in Thursday's 1-1 draw with Granada.

Impact Bravo put in an outstanding performance on Thursday saving six of the seven shots he faced on-target. It was just the second La Liga game of the season for the Chilean veteran, he shares goalkeeping duties with Rui Silva and it is unclear who will start for their next against Valencia. From his two appearances he has conceded two and completed six saves (3.0 per game, 75 percent).

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Willian Jose - Ruled out Thursday Willian will not be an option against Granada on Thursday after manager Manuel Pellegrini told reporters, "They ended up with muscle problems in the last game, even Willian Jose dr...

Impact At this point, Willian almost certainly won't be an option versus Valencia on Sunday either but could rejoin the squad for the club's Europa League matchup with Sparta Prague on Thursday. In his seven appearances (four starts) for the club this season, Willian has notched three goals on eight shots (six on target), one cross (inaccurate) and seven chances created. Without Willian in the squad, Borja Iglesias figures to start in his stead.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Luiz Henrique - Out through international break Henrique picked up a muscular injury that will keep him on the shelf through the upcoming international break. Manager Manuel Pellegrini told reporters Wednesday, "I think Luiz Hen...

Impact Henrique finds himself back on the shelf after having previously missed three matches this season with another muscular problem. With the midfielder sidelined, Ez Abde could make his second start of the season after featuring for the club in Europa League action. Including UEL, Henrique figures to miss four matches for the club.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Marc Bartra - Suffers muscular injury Bartra will not be available against Granada on Thursday after sustaining a muscular injury. Manager Manuel Pellegrini told reporters, "They ended up with muscle problems in the la...

Impact Based on the manager's comments, Bartra could be out of action through the international break, though he hasn't been officially ruled out. With Youssouf Sabaly (leg) also shelved, the team is running thin on defensive options. Once cleared to play, Bartra should be in contention to reclaim his spot in the starting XI.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Youssouf Sabaly - Remains sidelined Thursday Sabaly (leg) will not be in the squad versus Granada on Thursday.

Impact Sabaly will be sidelined for his fourth straight match due to his leg injury suffered while on international duty. With the defender unavailable, Hector Bellerin figures to continue serving as the right-back. Given the quick turnaround before Sunday's clash with Granada, Sabaly should be considered a doubt at best to play versus Granada.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Rui Silva - Available versus Granada Silva (hamstring) was called up ahead of Thursday's matchup with Granada.

Impact Silva started five straight matches before suffering his hamstring injury, recording 14 saves and two clean sheets while conceding seven goals. With a quick turnaround before Sunday's meeting with Valencia, the club could opt to hold Silva back for one more match in favor of Claudio Bravo but should give the starting job back to Silva sooner rather than later.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Aitor Ruibal - Makes cameo off bench Ruibal played just three minutes against Cadiz on Sunday but managed to record two crosses (one accurate) and two chances created.

Impact Riubal was back in the squad following a two-match absence. Prior to getting hurt, the midfielder did start two of the first three matches of the campaign. If Ruibal does return to the starting XI, it could mean a bench role for Rodri, who started in the attacking midfielder role versus Cadiz.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

William Carvalho - Called up Thursday Carvalho (calf) was included in the squad list ahead of Thursday's clash with Granada.

Impact Carvalho has been training with the team and looks poised to log his first minutes of the season after having missed the opening six matches of the La Liga campaign. Given his extended layoff, the midfielder may have to settle for a spot on the bench but should eventually be in the mix for a spot in the starting XI considering he featured in 31 of 33 appearances for the club last season.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Rui Silva - Back at training Silva (hamstring) was pictured training with the squad ahead of Thursday's matchup with Granada.

Impact Silva was originally expected to be out through the October international break but it seems the goalkeeper could be making a quicker return to the squad. Still, with a fully capable Claudio Bravo holding down the goalkeeping duties, the club will have no reason to rush SIlva back into action.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Isco - Plays well against Cadiz Isco had five shots (one on goal), seven crosses (two accurate) and seven corners in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Cadiz. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 96th minute.

Impact Isco influenced the game as he created two chances (one big chance) and also completed three dribbles. He has scored only once this season but has threatened the opposition defenses with his movement and creativity. He has also been awarded the man of the match award on five occasions out of six matches this season.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE