Key Takeaways:
- Atletico Madrid secured their first away win of the season with a 2:0 triumph over Betis at La Cartuja in the 10th La Liga round
- With this result, Atletico returned to fourth place on 19 points; Betis stayed sixth with 16 points
- Giuliano Simeone and Alex Baena scored for Atletico, with both goals coming in the first half last night
First Half: Dynamic Start and Clinical Finishes
Atletico Madrid ended their run of winless away matches by defeating Betis 2:0 at La Cartuja in the tenth round of La Liga. Diego Simeone’s side displayed strong attacking intent from the outset, establishing a secure lead before the interval.
The visitors wasted no time in making their mark, as Giuliano Simeone struck in the 3rd minute. The winger capitalised on a loose ball, volleying neatly inside the left post while Betis goalkeeper Pau López was left rooted to the spot.
¡Gran triunfo en Sevilla! 👏🏼 pic.twitter.com/QkfmmD3ROe
— Atlético de Madrid (@Atleti) October 27, 2025
Betis attempted to respond swiftly, with Antony making a dangerous run, but his decision to cross rather than shoot allowed the chance to go begging. Further into the half, Alex Baena combined fluidly with Nico González before unleashing a diagonal effort that was well saved by Pau López in the 14th minute.
The hosts began to grow into the game as the first period progressed. Ez Abde tested Jan Oblak from outside the penalty area in the 28th minute, but the Atletico goalkeeper was sharply alert to the danger.
Atletico missed a chance to double their lead when Giuliano Simeone darted forward on a counterattack, holding off defenders before teeing up Julian Alvarez, who fired off target from a promising position.
Just before the break, Atletico found their second goal. The opportunity arose following a contentious incident in Atletico’s box, where Betis appeals for a penalty were waved away. The resulting counter saw Alvarez assist Baena, whose precise finish into the far corner ensured Atletico left the first half with a firm advantage.
Second Half: Betis Apply Pressure, but Atletico Hold Firm
Manuel Pellegrini made adjustments at half-time, bringing on Giovani Lo Celso for Marc Roca. The substitute was quick to threaten, but his effort was easily gathered by Jan Oblak.
Pablo Barrios had to be substituted following an injury sustained in a midfield duel, with Connor Gallagher coming on for Atletico. Further alterations saw Antoine Griezmann and Alexander Sørloth join the action, but the visitors were notably more reserved after the interval and did not manage a single attempt at goal in the second half.
Betis, seeking a way back into the contest, came agonisingly close; Ez Abde rattled the crossbar from a direct free kick in the 59th minute. In the 68th, Oblak was called into action again, denying Lo Celso’s attempt to reduce the deficit.
As time ran out, Atletico’s goalkeeper produced another important intervention, racing off his line to reach the ball just ahead of substitute Cedric Bakambu, effectively foiling Betis’s late hopes.
Statistical Summary
| Team | Goals | Points (after match) | Goal Scorers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atletico Madrid | 2 | 19 | Giuliano Simeone (3’), Alex Baena (45’) |
| Betis | 0 | 16 | – |
Looking Ahead
Atletico Madrid will host Sevilla in their next La Liga fixture, while Betis are set to welcome Mallorca to La Cartuja.
