Sun Mar 30 22:00:00 UTC 2025: ## Betis Beats Sevilla in Tense Derby Match, Antony’s Celebration Sparks Controversy
**Seville, Spain** – Real Betis secured a thrilling 2-1 victory over Sevilla in a heated derby match at the Benito Villamarín stadium on Sunday night. The win marks Betis’s first league victory over their rivals since Manuel Pellegrini took the helm, ending a long winless streak against Sevilla.
Goals from Johnny Cardoso and Cucho Hernández, the latter assisted by a magical pass from Isco, overturned an early lead for Sevilla scored by Vargas. Isco’s performance was crucial, though his contribution was cut short by injury. The match was filled with tension, featuring several skirmishes between players and a heated atmosphere fueled by the passionate fans of both clubs.
However, the post-match celebrations created controversy. Betis player Antony recreated a famous image from a previous derby, mirroring Jesús Navas’s celebratory pose from a past encounter. This act angered many Sevilla supporters, adding fuel to the already intense rivalry.
Betis manager Pellegrini praised his team’s maturity in maintaining their game plan despite falling behind, while Sevilla’s García Pimienta expressed disappointment and admitted his team’s struggles. The victory keeps Betis in contention for a Champions League spot, while Sevilla remains mid-table. The match itself was a spectacle of attacking football and unwavering commitment from both sides, leaving a lasting impression on the city of Seville.
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