Jobe Bellingham lauded the influence of the Yellow Wall after Borussia Dortmund secured a 2-1 victory over Real Betis in the UEFA Champions League. Goals from Fabio Silva and Konstantinos Karetsas earned BVB their third win of the league phase.
Borussia Dortmund head coach Niko Kovac is keeping his fingers crossed that striker Serhou Guirassy has avoided a serious injury after limping off during Wednesday night's 2-1 Champions League victory over Real Betis. The forward sustained a first-half thigh problem as the German hosts halted the Spanish visitors' perfect European record.
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Borussia Dortmund youngster Konstantinos Karetsas enjoyed a night to remember in the Champions League, but his match-winning contribution almost never happened. The teenage playmaker was nowhere to be found when he was called upon to replace the injured Serhou Guirassy in the first half.
Borussia Dortmund moved to nine points in the Champions League table with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Real Betis at Signal Iduna Park. Fabio Silva and substitute Konstantinos Karetsas provided the crucial goals to overcome a resilient Spanish side.
Spain's State Commission against Violence, Racism, Xenophobia and Intolerance in Sport has proposed a €60,001 fine and two-year stadium ban for YouTuber Inaki Angulo. The punitive recommendation follows an online broadcast in which the content creator directed homophobic insults at Real Betis defender Hector Bellerin.
Republic of Ireland international Troy Parrott has become the latest footballer in southern Spain to have his residence targeted by criminals while away on club duty for Real Betis. Several masked intruders forced their way into the striker's suburban Seville property during last Saturday's La Liga encounter against Barcelona at La Cartuja.
Real Betis midfielder Facundo Bernal has been slapped with a four-game suspension following a fiery clash with Barcelona forward Lamine Yamal. The Uruguayan was sent off after headbutting the teenager during a dramatic 5-2 defeat at the weekend.
Former Barcelona defender Hector Bellerin has gone viral after referee body-camera footage captured him pleading for a stunning Giovani Lo Celso volley to stand during Real Betis' high-scoring La Liga defeat on Saturday. The Spanish full-back stepped in with a light-hearted argument while visiting players surrounded the official to demand a review.
Dani Olmo has fired a confident warning to both Paris Saint-Germain and Real Madrid after finally rediscovering his goalscoring touch. The Spain international was on target as Barcelona thrashed Real Betis 5-2, extending their flawless domestic streak just in time for a season-defining week.
Rodri has urged his Barcelona team-mates to tighten up at the back despite maintaining their perfect start to the season with a convincing victory over Real Betis. The midfielder opened his account for the Catalan giants during a high-octane encounter at La Cartuja that showcased both their attacking brilliance and defensive vulnerabilities.
Hansi Flick has made a massive declaration regarding Lamine Yamal, suggesting the teenager has already ascended to the throne of global football. Following Barcelona's emphatic 5-2 victory over Real Betis, the German coach was left awestruck by the youngster's match-winning contribution.
Barcelona maintained their perfect start to the LaLiga season with a clinical 5-2 victory over Real Betis at the Estadio de La Cartuja. Lamine Yamal and Gabriel Jesus were among the scorers as Hansi Flick's side showcased their devastating offensive rotations.
Barcelona manager Hansi Flick labeled Lamine Yamal a "special player" while warning his squad not to look past Real Betis. Despite high-profile fixtures against PSG and Real Madrid on the horizon, Flick demanded total focus in Seville.
Former Manchester United winger Antony revealed that his family residence in Seville was broken into while he was playing for Real Betis on Wednesday. The Brazilian international was helping his new club secure a vital Champions League home victory against Porto, only to return and discover his personal space had been completely violated by burglars.
Isco converted a late penalty to seal a dramatic 3-2 victory for Real Betis against Porto, securing their first Champions League home win in over 20 years. The Betis captain and manager Manuel Pellegrini hailed a special European night in Seville after recovering from a second-half deficit.
Barcelona have received a massive double fitness boost ahead of their trip to Seville this weekend as both Raphinha and Frenkie de Jong returned to full training. The pair took part in Thursday's session at the Ciutat Esportiva Joan Gamper, providing Hansi Flick with vital reinforcements for the upcoming La Liga clash against Real Betis.
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