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Surprising assist Sunday Ruibal assisted once to go with two crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 4-2 loss versus Athletic.

Impact Ruibal logged the assist to Betis' second goal, scored by Isco, which extended the team's lead to 2-0 before it collapsed later on. The assist marked Ruibal's first in domestic-league action since his 2020-21 season.

AUGUST 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Held scoreless Ruibal failed to get on the scoresheet during the 2022-23 La Liga season.

Impact Ruibal failed to score or assist during 26 appearances (15 starts) in La Liga. The right-back isn't the top option in the defense with Youssouf Sabaly likely to hold onto the starting role in 2023-24. With cup competitions and a busy schedule Ruibal is likely to see consistent playing time both off the bench and with occasional rotational starts.

JUNE 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Real Betis players denounce homophobic insults after carrying purses to wedding

Real Betis players Aitor Ruibal and Borja Iglesias have denounced homophobic insults they received online after carrying purses at a wedding

JUNE 12, 2023 • Associated Press

Can return Tuesday Ruibal should be available to feature in Tuesday's clash against Real Sociedad after serving a red card suspension.

Impact Ruibal has missed his side's last two games after getting sent off in the loss to Cadiz on April 9, but he should be eligible to return against Sociedad and could take back over from Martin Montoya as the starting right-back.

APRIL 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suspension served Ruibal served a one-match ban and is now eligible for selection once more.

Impact Ruibal was sent off during a 2-0 loss to Cadiz and earned a one-match ban. The defender is eligible to return for Saturday's trip to Osasuna, though he is unlikely to be anything more than a bench option.

APRIL 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off in defeat Aitor Ruibal picked up a red card and was sent off in the 60th minute of Sunday's 2-0 defeat against Cadiz. He generated one cross (zero accurate) before his removal.

Impact Ruibal was sent off for violent conduct. This performance defined his season as has been unable to register a single goal involvement and has only two clean sheets in 22 games. He will miss the next game at home versus Espanyol.

APRIL 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

On bench in season finale Ruibal was an unused substitute in last week's 0-0 draw against Real Madrid.

Impact The emergence of Juanmi this campaign pushed Ruibal into a backup role as he finished with no goal involvements in 19 La Liga appearances (nine starts). But the 26-year-old can play on either wing and that versatility will still serve him well next season.

MAY 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Cadiz Ruibal (hamstring) has been called up by Betis for Saturday's clash against Cadiz.

Impact Ruibal was subbed out of last weekend's victory over Osasuna in the second half with a hamstring knock, but he has recovered and should be available for selection on Saturday.

APRIL 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off injured against Osasuna Ruibal was subbed out of Sunday's victory against Osasuna in the 77th minute after suffering an apparent hamstring injury. He took five shots and created four chances in the match...

Impact It is unclear whether Ruibal will be forced to miss additional game time due to his potential injury. Betis plays Cadiz next weekend.

APRIL 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended against Celta Ruibal will miss Sunday's clash against Celta Vigo with a suspension for yellow card accumulation.

Impact Ruibail picked up his fifth yellow card of the season in last weekend's victory against Athletic Bilbao, meaning he will be suspended for Sunday's game. He has started seven La Liga matches for Betis this season.

MARCH 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Extends contract until 2025 Ruibal signed a contract extension with Real Betis that will keep him with the club until 2025.

Impact Ruibal showed flashes of brilliance with two goals and two assists in 28 appearances, but he evidently needs a little more time to play to his fullest potential. As a versatile winger who can play on both sides of the attack, Ruibal could be in for a big season as Betis enter the Europa League. If he sticks around long enough, Ruibal may be able to replace club legend Joaquin in a few seasons.

JUNE 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE