Overview

• Antony supplied an assist for Cedric Bakambu and scored an 85th‑minute equaliser to seal a 2-2 draw against Nottingham Forest in Betis’ Europa League opener.
• Sporting director Manu Fajardo said he is "100% sure" Antony may be the most important signing in Betis’ history.
• Betis secured the Brazilian on a permanent deal after protracted talks, with the fee reported at up to €25m after United’s original €95m outlay and a 50% sell-on retained.
• Spanish outlets including Betis Web, Marca and Estadio Deportivo lauded his display, with one calling him a "captain without the armband."
• Former Manchester United team-mate Jadon Sancho shared Antony’s late goal on social media with a "Hermano!" message, which Antony acknowledged in reply.