REAL BETIS SEAL CHAMPIONS LEAGUE RETURN WITH WIN OVER ELCHE.

Real Betis secured UEFA Champions League qualification for the first time in 21
years after beating 10-man Elche 2-1 at the Benito Villamarín in La Liga.

Cucho Hernández gave Betis an early lead with a fine long-range strike before
Hector Fort equalised for the visitors shortly before half-time.

Elche’s hopes suffered a major blow early in the second half when Leo Petrot was
sent off for a dangerous challenge on Antony.

Betis eventually made their numerical advantage count as Pablo Fornals fired home
a stunning long-range winner to spark celebrations in Seville.

The victory confirmed a top-five finish for Manuel Pellegrini’s side, while Elche
remain firmly involved in the relegation battle.