Sun Mar 09 18:40:00 UTC 2025: ## Betis Wins, But Cardoso Injury Clouds Conference League Hopes

**Las Palmas, Canary Islands –** Real Betis secured a crucial 1-0 victory over Las Palmas today, but the win was tempered by an injury to midfielder William Carvalho Cardoso. Betis manager Manuel Pellegrini expressed satisfaction with the result, highlighting the team’s maturity in securing the three points against a tough opponent. He acknowledged the physical toll of Thursday’s match, but praised his team’s persistence in achieving the winning goal, scored by Llorente.

While Pellegrini declined to comment on the referee’s decision regarding a sending off, he did confirm that Cardoso suffered a muscle injury that will likely keep him out of upcoming matches, including the crucial Conference League fixture. The manager stressed the importance of the win, emphasizing the three points provide a vital buffer as the team competes in both La Liga and the Conference League. The injury to Cardoso, however, casts a shadow over their European aspirations.

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