Levante
Levante delivered a devastating 5-2 thrashing of Real Betis in La Liga’s third round, unleashing a hurricane of attacking football that left the visiting defence in tatters.
The Estadio Ciudad de Valencia erupted after just 12 minutes when Levante’s right-back Sergio Postigo carved through Betis’ defence with a marauding run, squaring for striker Jorge de Frutos to tap home. The hosts doubled their lead before the half-hour mark, midfielder Gonzalo Melero rising highest to power home a header from a wicked set-piece delivery.
Real Betis’ Brief Resurgence Crushed
Betis showed fleeting signs of life when veteran Joaquín curled a beautiful free-kick into the top corner just before halftime, but any hopes of a comeback were ruthlessly extinguished within minutes of the restart. Levante striker Dani Gómez completed a rapid counter with a clinical finish, before turning provider for winger José Campaña to make it 4-1 with a thunderous strike from the edge of the box.
Levante’s Relentless Final Flourish
Though Betis substitute Borja Iglesias nodded in a consolation goal on 67 minutes, Levante had the final say when substitute Álex Blesa slotted home after another lightning break. The hosts’ five goals came from just seven shots on target – a brutal exhibition of efficiency that leaves Manuel Pellegrini with serious defensive questions.
This statement victory sees Levante climb into La Liga’s European places early in the season, while Betis slip into the bottom half after shipping five goals for the first time since 2021. As the Valencian club’s fans serenaded their team long after full-time, the visitors trudged off with the haunting knowledge they’d been systematically dismantled in every department.
