Real Betis Triumphantly Advances in Copa del Rey Football Competition
Real Betis has secured its place in the Copa del Rey round of 16, successfully defending their title from the previous season. The team delivered an impressive performance against ElPozo Murcia. A formidable opponent led by Dani Martínez, who had been undefeated and was just a single point away from Movistar Inter.
Despite currently sitting in ninth place in the Second Division with a goal difference of approximately four goals for and three and a half against, Betis demonstrated remarkable offensive prowess during the match. The game unfolded with Lin opening the scoring after 10 minutes, though the team initially struggled to extend their lead.
The match dramatically transformed in the second half. With Lin scoring again before Ismael netted a double and Álex García adding another goal to create an unexpected 5-0 scoreline. Ricardinho managed a consolation goal for Murcia, preventing a complete shutout.
Second division
This victory means Real Betis joins O Parrulo (Second Division) and Lauburu Ke Ibarra (Second Division B) as the only lower-tier teams qualifying for the round of 16, where they will face 13 teams from the top division.
In another notable match at the La Casilla Pavilion in Bilbao, Industrias Santa Coloma comprehensively defeated Otxartabe with a 4-2 victory. Biscayan side’s goals came from Martos and goalkeeper Pablo, while Víctor Ramos, Lluch, and Víctor Pérez scored for Santa Coloma, with Bernat Povill establishing the final result.
The upcoming draw on December 12 will include an impressive lineup of teams: Jimbee Cartagena, Illes Balears Palma Futsal. Movistar Inter, FC Barcelona, Noia Portus Apostoli, Viña Albali Valdepeñas. Wanapix Sala 10 Zaragoza, Jaén Paraíso Interior, Osasuna Magna, Industrias Santa Coloma. Córdoba World Heritage Site, Servigroup Peñíscola, O Parrulo Ferrol, Real Betis, and Lauburu Ke Ibarra.
The final qualifying match between Ibiza Gasifred and Pescados Rubén Burela is scheduled for December 10 at 20:30, which will complete the tournament’s lineup.
