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Real Betis Triumphs Over Girona to Bolster European Football Hopes

A dominant first-half performance, including Isco's birthday goal, lifts Betis to sixth in La Liga while Girona's winless streak continues.

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Overview

  • Real Betis secured a 3-1 victory over Girona in La Liga, with all three goals coming in the first half through aerial plays.
  • Isco celebrated his 33rd birthday by scoring his seventh goal of the season, keeping Betis in contention for a Champions League spot.
  • Johnny Cardoso opened the scoring with a header in the sixth minute, followed by goals from Anthony and Isco before halftime.
  • The win places Betis sixth in the standings, just one point behind Villarreal, with a Europa League spot currently secured and Champions League qualification still within reach.
  • Girona extended their winless streak to ten matches, sitting 16th in the table and only three points above the relegation zone.