CHIMY AVILA NEWS

Five shots helps team to victory Chimy Avila had five shots (two on goal), one cross (one accurate) and four chances created in Sunday's 1-0 win against Atletico Madrid.

Impact Avila took five shots off the back of a game where he scored, having attempted four shots. This was the forward's first start, having been benched for four games in a row. Before the match against Osasuna, the Argentine hadn't attempted more than one shot in a game.

OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Exacts payback on former team Avila scored one goal to go with four shots (three on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 victory against Osasuna.

Impact Avila transferred from Osasuna to Betis earlier in 2024. Despite his 2024 being marked with a hamstring injury followed by unimpressive appearances across his newest season, he finally made a mark. Avila more than doubled his shot tally from the last two months and scored a goal, his first of the 2024-25 La Liga.

OCTOBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

On preseason roster Avila is on the preseason roster for Betis' upcoming matches in Austria.

Impact Avila was able to use the offseason break to recover from a hamstring injury that saw him miss the final games of the season. He will look to improve his form from 2023/24, starting just 14 times in 23 appearance with injuries an issue for the forward.

JULY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Not returning to pitch Avila (hamstring) was not called up for the final match on the season Saturday against Real Madrid.

Impact Avila had missed the last month of the season with a hamstring injury. He's struggled with injuries since joining from Osasuna, only making four starts in six appearances with the team. During the entire season, the forward started 14 starts in 23 appearances, totaling two goals and three assists with 91 crosses (23 won).

MAY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Training with ball individually Avila (hamstring) was viewed working with the ball and training individually Wednesday.

Impact Avila looks to be closing in on a return before the end of the season, as he was back on the training pitch Wednesday. However, with the forward only training individually, he will most likely still need another week, not being an option to face Osauna on Sunday. With that being said, expect him to most likely be fit to face Almeria on May 12.

MAY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Back from suspension Avila completed his one-game suspension and will be available to face Valencia on Saturday.

Impact The striker has struggled to make an impact for Betis despite starting in six of his nine appearances since joining the club during the January transfer window. The fact that he's already missed two games due to suspension isn't ideal, and it remains to be seen if he'll play as a starter or not, with Pablo Fornals and Ayoze Perez being options to start as well.

APRIL 15 • ROTOWIRE

Set for time on sidelines Avila is set to miss some time after picking up a lesion in the muscle of his left hamstring, the club confirmed Tuesday.

Impact Avila is the latest Betis player to hit the injury report, as he has suffered a lesion in his hamstring either in training or the club's most recent contest against Girona on Sunday. The player is now set to be out for an undisclosed amount of time, as they have not released a timetable, with his return pending on his evolution in training. With that being said, he will hope he is not out for very long, as he will have an additional week to recover before the club's next contest on April 12 against Celta.

APRIL 2 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up another suspension Avila picked up his fifth yellow card of the season in the 3-2 loss to Girona on Sunday, earning an automatic one-game suspension.

Impact This will be Avila's third suspension of the season for a card-related matter, but the previous two were sending-offs, so this is the first one due to accumulation. Either way, the winger, who came off the bench Sunday, will now miss the Celta clash on April 12. The earliest he will be available to return to league play will come against Valencia on April 20.

APRIL 1 • ROTOWIRE

Available after international break Avila completed his one-game suspension and will be available to face Girona on March 31 after the international break.

Impact Avila is set to return to action following his one-match ban, and given he had started in his previous four league contests before the red card, it wouldn't be shocking if Avila returns to the starting lineup right away after the break. He's expected to compete with Ayoze Perez for a starting role.

MARCH 18 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off against Villarreal Avila recorded three shots (one on target) and four crosses in Sunday's 3-2 loss to Villarreal. He was sent off in the second half, meaning he'll be suspended to face Rayo Vallecan...

Impact Avila had started in each of Betis' last four games, racking up one goal, eight shots, two chances created and 12 crosses in that span. His absence opens up a starting role on the left side of the attack, with Ayoze Perez, Ez Abde and Assane Diao Diaoune being options to replace him.

MARCH 11 • ROTOWIRE

Scores first Betis goal Chimy Avila scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Sunday's 3-1 win over Athletic. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 30t...

Impact Avila scored for the first time since making the switch to Betis from Osasuna in January and took three shots for the first time in a game since early December. He came off the pitch on 51 minutes as he works his way back to full fitness since returning from an ankle injury, but this strong performance will give him confidence heading into the upcoming matches.

FEBRUARY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to bench Avila (calf) is on the bench for Friday's contest against Cadiz.

Impact Avila is ending a four-match spell on the sidelines, making the team sheet on Friday as he lines up on the bench. The forward will be happy to be back with the team and will hope to grab a start within the club's next couple of matches, as he has started in about half of the club's matches he has been available for this campaign, getting the nod in 10 of his 17 appearances.

FEBRUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Could return Friday Avila (calf) may be an option for Friday's contest against Cadiz, as manager Manuel Pellegrini reported, "Chimy Avila is fine and will be part of the list," per InformaBetis.

Impact Avila is finally making a return to the squad list, earning the spot after four straight matches on the sidelines due to a calf issue. The forward most likely will return to the bench if picked to the team sheet Friday, as he has served in more of a rotational role this season. The club will just be happy to gain another player at full fitness, slowly dwindling their long injury list.

FEBRUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Makes Betis move Avila completed a transfer to Real Betis from Osasuna, the club announced.

Impact Avila made the switch to Betis from Osasuna, where he has spent the last four-and-a-half season. Avila is a productive attacker should immediately offer something new to the Betis attack. Raul Garcia will step into a bigger role with Osasuna with Avila departing.

FEBRUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Continues individual work Avila (calf) has yet to return to team training as he continued his individual rehab work Wednesday.

Impact Avila is not expected to return Sunday as he as yet returned to team training yet. Ruben Garcia and Moi Gomez is expected to remain at the wingers for Osasuna, with Ante Budimir still the starter at forward,

JANUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Not an option Sunday Avila (calf) will not be available against Getafe on Sunday, having been left out of the squad list for that contest.

Impact Avila is still attempting to recover from a calf injury he picked up in the club's last match in league play against Almeria, having been left out for the club's upcoming contest against Getafe. He will hope to be ready by next week's game against Sevilla on Sunday, as the forward has started in 10 of the 17 games he has been an option for this campaign. With Avila out, expect Ruben Garcia to get the start on the right flank of the attack against Getafe.

JANUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Exits injured Avila was forced off during the 14th minute of Thursday's match versus Almeria with an injury.

Impact Jose Arnaiz came on in relief of Avila, whose day ended early with an injury. It was his first start since Dec 15, with 10 starts in 17 appearances thus far.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Assists on late goal Chimy Avila assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Thursday's 3-2 defeat against Mallorca. In addition, he was gi...

Impact Chimy Avila fired a pass to teammate, Raul Garcia, who directed his shot to the back of the goal, early in second half stoppage time. The assist marks the third of the season and the first in the last four appearances, for Chimy Avila, who has also created four chances over that stretch. After starting in the previous two matches, this also marked the fifth time in 16 appearances this year that Chimy Avila entered as a substitute.

DECEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Solid in return to starting XI Chimy Avila recorded four shots (two on goal), seven crosses (two accurate) and two corners in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Cadiz.

Impact Avila made his first start since Nov. 11 Sunday and put together a productive match. He tied season highs in shots (four) and shots on target (two) and recorded seven crosses for the third time in his last four matches.

DECEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Tallies assist in loss Chimy Avila assisted once to go with seven crosses (three accurate) and one corner in Sunday's 3-1 defeat to Villarreal.

Impact Chimy Avila notched his second assist of the season, as he delivered an accurate cross to teammate, Alejandro Catena, who knocked in a header from the center of the box. Chimy Avila accounted for two chances created in the match and is up to 17 chances created, through 12 appearances on the season.

NOVEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates assist in win Chimy Avila assisted once to go with two shots (two on goal), six crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Friday's 2-0 victory over Granada.

Impact Avila earned his first assist of the season on Friday, finding Ante Budimir in the 11th minute to take a 1-0 lead. Avila also had a decent display outside of his assists, notching one chance created, two shots and six crosses. The forward has held more of a rotational role this season but will hope to see some more playtime after a great performance.

OCTOBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set for suspension return Avila completed his one-game suspension and is eligible to return to action against Real Madrid on Saturday.

Impact Avila should provide quite a boost upfront for Osasuna, though the team certainly didn't miss him in the 2-0 win over Alaves this past weekend. Avila has not been very productive, though, scoring just one goal in six outings (three starts) in 2023/24.

OCTOBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off against Atleti Avila was sent off in the closing stages of Thursday's clash with Atleti.

Impact Avila got into a heated altercation with Alvaro Morata, and was shown a straight red card. The striker will be suspended for a Sunday trip to Alaves, but could return as soon as an Oct. 7 trip to Real Madrid. Avila could also be at the mercy of the disciplinary committee due to the nature of the sending off. Raul Garcia will likely get the start for Sunday's trip.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes four shots in defeat Chimy Avila recorded four shots (zero on goal), five crosses (one accurate) and five corners in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus Sevilla.

Impact Avila achieved a new season-high with four shots taken, however none of his shots found the target. The forward also created three chances, which also marked a new season-high.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores first of season Chimy Avila scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal), five crosses (two accurate) and two corners in Sunday's 2-1 defeat against Barcelona.

Impact Chimy Avila gave his side hope, burying his first goal of the season in the 76th minute to tie the score at 1-1. He has been a good scorer for his squad over the years and with one goal after just three games, he is well on pace to put together an impressive season. His record through the past four seasons with Osasuna stands at nine goals, which he managed in just 20 appearances back in 2019.

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE