A week ahead of the derby with Sevilla, Villamarín woke to celebration: Pellegrini’s side had just claimed victory and Fekir was back, while Mascarell faced an unjust dismissal that would shape the match’s rhythm.
Real Betis secured a comfortable win, asserting control after the break and confirming their numerical advantage. Only a cross from the right that clipped Vedat Muriqi hinted at a different outcome in the second half, yet Betis maintained the initiative and their second goal effectively sealed the result. The image that emerged was of a Real Mallorca overwhelmed, their energy spent without reward, and visibly dejected as the match wore on.
Viewers could watch the action live online on Movistar as Betis faced Mallorca in La Liga EA Sports 2023-2024 action.
The red card shown to Omar Mascarell in the final moments of the first half cast a long shadow over the rest of the game. Javier Aguirre faced a demanding plan that required an intense physical effort from his players, yet Betis resisted every direct challenge. The Betic defense answered the call with resolve, while Mallorca found few openings to reach the rival area and could not translate their effort into meaningful chances for a comeback.
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Three more points for Manuel Pellegrini’s squad, their second straight league win and a nine-match unbeaten streak that stretches back to mid-September. Mallorca, meanwhile, finds itself under pressure, chasing a breakthrough that keeps slipping away.
The video summary of Betis vs. Mallorca, from LaLiga EA Sports 2023-2024: goals, best plays and controversies
THE MATCH SUMMARY, ON VIDEO
VIDEOS AND CONTROVERSIES
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The VAR decision regarding Mascarell’s sending off remains a talking point. Mallorca supporters argued online that the second yellow card was not warranted and urged a different interpretation of the moment that led to the dismissal. This dispute highlighted how critical refereeing calls can shape the tone and outcome of a high-stakes derby. Attribution: Goal Spain reported the reaction from Mallorca on social channels after the game activation.
— Goal Spain attribution notes the online response from Mallorca and a public reaction following the match
XI OF BETIS
XI OF MALLORCA
The minute by minute video of Betis vs. Mallorca, from LaLiga EA Sports 2023-2024
Source attribution: Goal