Real Betis 0-2 Atletico Madrid Player Ratings: Simeone Rated 9/10 as His Side Secures a Clinical 2-0 Victory

The tone was set by Atletico Madrid almost immediately. A stunning third-minute strike from Diego Simeone's son Giuliano Simeone silenced the home crowd and put the visitors firmly in control. Betis responded with spirit, creating a flurry of chances, but they found an impenetrable wall in the form of goalkeeper Jan Oblak.

Just as Betis might have hoped to regroup at halftime, Álex Baena delivered the knockout blow with a clinical finish. The second half became a tactical masterclass from Diego Simeone's men, who managed the game with supreme confidence, leaving Betis to rue their missed opportunities, including a shot from Abde Ezzalzouli that cannoned off the woodwork. It was a classic Atleti performance on the road.

Here are the Real Betis Vs Atletico Madrid Player Ratings

Real Betis Player Ratings vs Atlético Madrid

Here are Real Betis Player Ratings vs Atletico Madrid

Goalkeeper

Pau López - 6.0: We felt he couldn't have done much about either of the goals. They were both clinical, well-placed finishes that left him with little chance. He made a couple of decent saves but was ultimately let down by his team's inability to convert at the other end. It was a quiet night that ended in a disappointing defeat.

Defenders

Héctor Bellerín - 7.0: He was one of the few bright sparks for Betis, especially in an attacking sense. What stood out to us was his constant drive down the right flank, creating three key chances before he was substituted. He seemed like the most likely player to make something happen. Defensively, he held his own for the most part.

Natan - 6.0: A steady if unspectacular evening for the defender. He was neat and tidy in possession, boasting a high pass completion rate. However, he was part of a defensive line that was breached twice. He didn't make any glaring errors, but he also didn't impose himself on the game.

Marc Bartra - 5.5: From our perspective, the captain had a night to forget. He looked a step off the pace against Atleti's dynamic attackers and was dribbled past on three separate occasions. His distribution, usually a strength, was also lacking, as he lost possession far too frequently. A really tough outing.

Ricardo Rodríguez - 6.0: Tried to support the attack from the left-back position but lacked the final product that Bellerín showed on the opposite side. He put in a solid shift and was defensively sound for the most part. It was a decent, if unremarkable, performance before he was taken off.

Midfielders

Antony - 6.5: He was certainly involved in the action, buzzing around and trying to make things happen. He got a few shots away, though none truly tested the keeper. His work rate was commendable, and he recovered the ball five times, but that crucial bit of quality in the final third was missing.

Pablo Fornals - 5.5: A very quiet game from a player we expect more from. He saw plenty of the ball but seemed to struggle with the intensity of Atlético's press. He lost possession an alarming 19 times and failed to create any significant chances for his team. A peripheral figure.

Abde Ezzalzouli - 5.0: The definition of a frustrating performance. He was a livewire who got into fantastic positions time and again, but his end product was infuriatingly poor. Hitting the woodwork summed up his night. He missed a big chance, was dispossessed five times, and was caught offside too often. So close, yet so far.

Sofyan Amrabat - 7.5: Easily Betis's best player on the pitch. In the chaos, he was a beacon of composure, controlling the midfield with authority. His 91% pass accuracy and three key passes showed his class. He fought hard and tried to drag his team back into the game, a lone warrior in a losing battle.

Marc Roca - 5.0: Hooked at halftime, and it wasn't a surprise. He was completely overwhelmed in the midfield battle, winning just 38% of his duels. Atlético's midfielders bypassed him with ease. It was a very difficult 45 minutes for him.

Forwards

Cucho Hernández - 6.5: A tireless worker up front. He battled for every ball, winning an impressive eight duels and holding up play effectively. However, like the rest of his attacking teammates, he just lacked that clinical edge when a chance presented itself. A lot of effort with no reward.

Substitutes

Aitor Ruibal - 6.0: Came on for Bellerín and provided energy but couldn't replicate his attacking output.

Junior Firpo - 6.0: Replaced Rodríguez and was solid enough without changing the flow of the game.

Nelson Deossa - N/A: Not on long enough to make a significant impact.

Cédric Bakambu - N/A: Brought on to find a goal but barely had a sniff.

Manager

M. Pellegrini - 5.5: His team created chances but showed a complete lack of conviction in front of goal. The tactical setup seemed vulnerable to Atlético's counter-attacks, particularly in the first half. He couldn't find a way to break down a resolute Atleti defense, and his substitutions had little effect.

Atletico Madrid Player Ratings vs Real Betis

Here are Atletico Madrid Player Ratings vs Real Betis

Goalkeeper

Jan Oblak - 8.5: What a performance. He was an unbreakable barrier, making four crucial saves to preserve his clean sheet. His saves against Ezzalzouli were particularly vital. What stood out to us was his commanding presence and the confidence he gives his backline. Betis simply had no answer for him.

Defenders

José María Giménez - 7.0: A classic, no-nonsense performance from the Uruguayan. He was strong in the air and made five important clearances. He marshaled the backline effectively and never looked troubled. It was a solid, commanding display.

Marcos Llorente - 8.0: A defensive powerhouse on the night. He won an incredible eight of his eleven duels and made five tackles. His energy and reading of the game completely nullified the threat down his side. It was a monstrous defensive effort from the versatile Spaniard.

Dávid Hancko - 7.5: Very impressive display. He won all of his tackles and was a rock at the back. He seemed to be in the right place at the right time, making three clearances and snuffing out danger before it developed. A key component of the clean sheet.

Robin Le Normand - 7.5: Another masterclass in the art of defending. His positioning was immaculate, leading to six clearances and two blocked shots. He read the game like a book, frustrating the Betis forwards and making everything look easy. A superb, intelligent performance.

Midfielders

Koke - 7.5: The captain led by example. He delivered a clever assist for the opening goal and controlled the tempo of the game from midfield. His experience and football intelligence were on full display as he navigated his team through periods of Betis pressure with ease. A true captain's knock.

Pablo Barrios - 7.0: We were really impressed with him before his unfortunate injury. He was tidy in possession and drove forward with purpose, linking the midfield and attack. His substitution was a blow, but he had already made his mark. Hopefully the injury isn't serious.

Álex Baena - 8.0: A constant thorn in Betis's side. He capped off a fantastic all-around performance with a brilliantly taken goal just before halftime. He worked hard, drew fouls, and showed real quality on the ball before being substituted after a job well done.

Forwards

Julián Alvarez - 7.0: A selfless and intelligent performance from the Argentine. He provided a pinpoint cross for Baena's goal, which was arguably the most important moment of the match. While he missed a chance of his own, his creative contribution was invaluable. Great teamwork.

Giuliano Simeone - 9.0: Our Man of the Match, without a doubt. He set the tone with an absolutely sensational strike from distance. Beyond the goal, his energy was infectious, and his quality on the ball was simply too much for the Betis defense to handle. A phenomenal, star-making performance.

Nico González - 6.5: A bit of a mixed performance from him. He worked incredibly hard and won a lot of his duels, but he was wasteful in front of goal and got caught offside twice. His effort was undeniable, but he lacked the polish of his fellow attackers on the night.

Substitutes

Conor Gallagher - 6.5: Came on for the injured Barrios and slotted into midfield seamlessly, providing his trademark energy.

Antoine Griezmann - 6.5: Brought on to help manage the game and did so with his usual class and experience.

Alexander Sørloth - 6.0: Provided a physical presence up front but didn't get many chances to shine.

Nahuel Molina - N/A: A late sub to see out the victory.

Manager

D. Simeone - 8.5: A tactical masterclass. His team was perfectly organized, clinical in attack, and defensively unbreakable. The game plan to strike early and absorb pressure worked to perfection. His management of the second half was textbook, securing a comfortable and well-deserved three points.

Sportsdunia's Player of the match is G. Simeone