Betis Team News - Soccer

Cucho Hernandez - Will be available vs. Rayo Hernandez (strain) will be available for Saturday's contest against Rayo Vallecano, manager Manuel Pellegrini told media Friday. "Chimy, Cucho and Hector will be in the squad for t...

Impact Hernandez is set to return after missing the last seven matches across all competitions due to a muscular problem. The striker has netted eight goals in 19 league starts this season, but he might be on the bench Saturday since Cedric Bakambu is coming off scoring a goal in the 2-1 win over Mallorca the last time out.

22 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Hector Bellerin - Set to return Saturday Bellerin (undisclosed) will be available for Saturday's contest against Rayo Vallecano, manager Manuel Pellegrini told media Friday. "Chimy, Cucho and Hector will be in the squad f...

Impact Bellerin had been training normally with the team throughout the week, so it's not surprising to see him being upgraded to available. The veteran right-back should be a candidate to return to the lineup right away against Rayo Vallecano.

22 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Chimy Avila - Will be option Saturday Avila (undisclosed) will be available for Saturday's contest against Rayo Vallecano, manager Manuel Pellegrini told media Friday. "Chimy, Cucho and Hector will be in the squad for...

Impact Avila is set to return after missing Betis' previous two league matches due to an undisclosed injury. He had started in four of his previous five appearances before that problem, but for the most part, he's been a bench option. Expect him to start Saturday's game on the bench.

22 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Hector Bellerin - Trains normally, could return Bellerin (muscular) trained normally with the team in recent days and could be an option for Saturday's clash against Rayo Vallecano, according to Zona Mixta.

Impact Bellerin has returned to full team training over the past few days and moved through sessions without any setbacks, putting him in line to be available for Saturday's matchup against Rayo Vallecano. That is a strong boost for Betis, as he has been a steady presence at right back and remains one of the more reliable pieces in the back line when healthy. Once he is fully up to speed, he should provide added stability and depth to the defense heading into the upcoming stretch of fixtures.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Chimy Avila - Should be back Saturday Avila (undisclosed) should train in full this week and be back available for Saturday's clash against Rayo Vallecano, according to Manu Colchon from Diario de Sevilla.

Impact Avila missed the last two matches with an undisclosed injury but wrapped up last week back in full team training. The forward is expected to kick things up a notch over the next few days and is trending toward being available for Saturday's showdown against Rayo Vallecano. That would be a boost for Betis, as he provides added depth up top with Cedric Bakambu, while Cucho Hernandez (strain) is also on track to return and remains the clear first-choice option leading the line.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Cucho Hernandez - Should return Saturday Hernandez (strain) should train in full this week and be back available for Saturday's clash against Rayo Vallecano, according to Manu Colchon from Diario de Sevilla.

Impact Hernandez has missed the last seven matches in all competitions with a muscle injury but closed out last week back in full team training. The striker is set to ramp things up again this week and is trending toward being available for Saturday's showdown against Rayo Vallecano. That would be a massive lift for Betis, as Hernandez is the clear-cut number nine and should slide right back into his starting role for the rest of the season if he stays healthy.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Marc Roca - Plays full game Roca generated one shot (zero on goal) in Sunday's 2-1 victory versus Mallorca.

Impact Roca hit the post with a brilliant halfway line attempt in the third minute. He recorded 19 passes and also made nine clearances, one block and one tackle. He has now registered 14 clearances, nine tackles and two interceptions across the last four games.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Antony - Assists on Sunday Antony assisted once to go with three shots (three on goal), two crosses (two accurate) and six chances created in Sunday's 2-1 win versus Mallorca.

Impact Antony created the most chances in the game and set up Cedric Bakambu in first half stoppage time. Antony also made two interceptions, one tackle and one clearance. He has now contributed to four goals across the last six games and is up to 11 goal contributions for the campaign.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Cedric Bakambu - Nets on Sunday Bakambu scored one goal to go with four shots (one on goal) in Sunday's 2-1 win against Mallorca.

Impact Bakambu finished masterfully in the 45th minute assisted by Antony and doubled the lead. Bakambu has started only three of his 10 appearances and this was his first goal since August.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Abde Ezzalzouli - Nets opener Ez Abde scored one goal to go with four shots (two on goal) in Sunday's 2-1 win over Mallorca.

Impact Ez Abde volleyed in Leo Roman's parry and opened the scoring in the 18th minute. Ez Abde won nine duels and also contributed defensively with three tackles and two clearances. He is in red hot form and has contributed to four goals in the last five games and is up to nine goal contributions for the season.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Alvaro Valles - Lets in one Valles made two saves and allowed one goal in Sunday's 2-1 victory over Mallorca. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 55th minute.

Impact Valles recorded two clearances and only conceded to a looping header in the 66th minute. He has now accumulated 11 saves and four clearances across his last four games. Next, he takes on Rayo Vallecano, who are battling relegation and have lost three of their last four games.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Struggling Rayo Vallecano stuns Atletico Madrid 3-0 amid fan boycott

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5 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Cucho Hernandez - Sunday coming too soon Hernandez (strain) is not an option for Sunday's clash against Mallorca, coach Manuel Pellegrini said in the press conference, according to Zona Mixta. "The squad list is the same...

Impact Hernandez got in some partial work earlier this week and only just made his way back into full team training, but Sunday's clash with Mallorca is coming a little too fast for the striker. The medical staff is holding him back and he will stay on the sidelines for this one as they take a cautious approach. That paves the way for Cedric Bakambu to shoulder a heavier load up top for Real Betis, as Hernandez has clearly been the go-to number nine leading the line all season.

FEBRUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Hector Bellerin - Still training individually Bellerin (muscular) was still training individually Saturday and is not an option for Sunday's clash against Mallorca, coach Manuel Pellegrini said in the press conference, accordi...

Impact Bellerin got in some individual work during training this week but he has already been ruled out for Sunday's showdown against Mallorca. The medical staff is not giving him the green light yet, so he will stay on the sidelines for this one. His absence leaves a clear opportunity for Aitor Ruibal or Angel Ortiz to step into an expanded role along Real Betis' back line.

FEBRUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Chimy Avila - Not available Sunday Avila (undisclosed) is not an option for Sunday's clash against Mallorca, coach Manuel Pellegrini said in the press conference, according to Zona Mixta. "The squad list is the same...

Impact Avila logged partial sessions earlier this week and only recently rejoined full team training, but Sunday's matchup against Mallorca comes too soon for the striker. The medical staff is not ready to clear him, so he will remain sidelined for this one. That opens the door for Cedric Bakambu to take on a bigger role up top for Real Betis and handle more minutes in the attacking line.

FEBRUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Cucho Hernandez - Trains with team Friday Hernandez (strain) was back in team training Friday and could be an option for Sunday's clash against Mallorca, the club posted.

Impact Hernandez got back into team training Friday after spending the last few days working on the side with the injured group, putting him in the mix for Sunday's showdown against Mallorca. The striker is expected to be evaluated after the final session to determine whether he is ready to regain his undisputed starter role in the frontline for Real Betis on Sunday.

FEBRUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Chimy Avila - Back in team training Avila (undisclosed) was back in team training Friday and could be an option for Sunday's clash against Mallorca, the club posted.

Impact Avila got back into full team training Friday after spending the last few days working on the side with the injured group, putting him in the mix for Sunday's showdown against Mallorca. The striker is expected to be evaluated after the final session to determine whether he is ready to regain his rotational role against the Mallorcans.

FEBRUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Hector Bellerin - Trains apart Wednesday Bellerin (muscular) was spotted training with the ball apart from the team Wednesday, according to Diario Sevilla.

Impact Bellerin is still working his way back from a muscular injury that made him miss the last six games across all competitions and which limited him to side work Wednesday. He was spotted running and training with the ball on grass alongside the other injured players, which keeps him in doubt for Sunday's clash against Mallorca. His status will hinge on how he progresses over the next few days and whether he can rejoin full team training, but until he is fully cleared, Aitor Ruibal or Angel Ortiz are the two options to start at right-back for Betis.

FEBRUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Chimy Avila - Doing side work Wednesday Avila (undisclosed) was spotted training with the ball apart from the team Wednesday, according to Diario Sevilla.

Impact Avila is still working his way back from an undisclosed injury that made him miss the last game against Atletico and was limited to side work Wednesday. He was spotted running and training with the ball on grass alongside the other injured players, which keeps him in doubt for Sunday's clash against Mallorca. His status will hinge on how he progresses over the next few days and whether he can rejoin full team training, but until he is fully cleared, Cedric Bakambu is in line for an expanded role up top since Cucho Hernandez (strain) remains a doubt as well.

FEBRUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Cucho Hernandez - Training with ball Hernandez (strain) was spotted training with the ball apart from the team Wednesday, according to Diario Sevilla.

Impact Hernandez is still working his way back from a muscular injury and was limited to side work Wednesday. He was spotted running and training with ball on the grass alongside the other injured players, which keeps him in doubt for Sunday's clash against Mallorca. His status will hinge on how he progresses over the next few days and whether he can rejoin full team training, but until he is fully cleared, Cedric Bakambu is in line for an expanded role up top.

FEBRUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Diego Llorente - Season high 14 clearances Llorente registered one tackle (zero won) and 14 clearances in Sunday's 1-0 victory over Atletico Madrid.

Impact Llorente delivered a strong defensive showing as his team looked to bounce back from the Copa del Rey loss against the same opponent. He logged one tackle and doubled his season high in clearances with 14. The defender has started five of his last six games, contributing six tackles, 14 interceptions, 30 clearances and three blocks during that span.

FEBRUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Alvaro Fidalgo - Makes starting debut for Betis Fidalgo had one shot (zero on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Sunday's 1-0 victory over Atletico Madrid.

Impact Fidalgo made his Betis debut after coming on at halftime in the Copa del Rey quarterfinal, then earned his first league start against the same opponent in a crucial win. The midfielder played 87 minutes, recording one shot, one cross attempted and two clearances.

FEBRUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Abde Ezzalzouli - Assists in win Ez Abde assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 1-0 victory against Atletico Madrid. In addition, he was gi...

Impact Abde provided the assist on Antony's long-range strike and continued his strong form since returning from AFCON, with the winger contributing two goals and one assist across his last five appearances in all competitions. During that span, he has been a consistent attacking threat, attempting 18 shots and creating five chances for teammates.

FEBRUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Antony - Scores winning goal Antony scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one corner in Sunday's 1-0 victory versus Atletico Madrid. He was subbed off due to injury i...

Impact Antony's seven-game league goal drought came to an end with another long-range finish, with four of his six league goals now coming from outside the box. Across that span, he recorded 15 shots and created 18 chances, resulting in three assists.

FEBRUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Alvaro Valles - Five saves with clean sheet Alvaro Valles had five saves and allowed zero goals in Sunday's 1-0 win against Atletico Madrid.

Impact Valles turned in a strong performance as his defense struggled to contain the opponent's set-piece threat, recording five saves, four of which came from shots off corners. He was also helped by two disallowed goals in preserving the clean sheet. He now has four clean sheets and 27 saves over his last seven appearances, with at least three saves in six of those matches, and will look to carry that form into Sunday's match against Mallorca.

FEBRUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

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