Real Betis 2-0 Osasuna Player Ratings: Cucho Rated 9/10 as Hernández Shines in Dominant 2-0 Victory

In what turned out to be a rather one-sided affair at the Cartuja Stadium, Real Betis cruised to a comfortable 2-0 victory over a lackluster Osasuna side that has been struggling to fnd ther last season form since the start of the new season. La Liga clash was won in the first half only. The home side's intensity and clinical finishing were just too much for the visitors to handle. This La Liga encounter was effectively over by the 38th minute.

When ex-OSASUNA player Abde Ezzalzouli opened the scoring with a sharp finish, and the brilliant Cucho Hernández added a second before halftime. It was a goal and an assist for Hernández, who was simply unplayable throughout the match. He was the difference-maker in a performance that oozed class.

Osasuna, on the other hand, will be deeply disappointed. They looked defensively chaotic and paid the price for individual errors. Despite creating a few half-chances, they never truly threatened to get back into the game. It was a deserved win for Real Betis who controlled the game from start to finish.

Here are Real Betis Vs Osasuna Player Ratings

Real Betis Player Ratings vs Osasuna

Here are Real Betis Player Ratings vs Osasuna

Goalkeeper

Pau López - 7.0: A very comfortable evening for the Betis shot-stopper. He only had one save to make all game, but his handling was secure. We noticed his excellent distribution, with 9 long balls won. Commanded his area with confidence and earned a straightforward clean sheet.

Defenders

Héctor Bellerín - 6.5: A steady, if unspectacular, performance from the captain. He was solid defensively and supported the attack when needed. Didn't make any major mistakes but also didn't provide a defining moment before being substituted in the second half.

Natan - 7.0: A strong showing at the heart of the defence. He was aggressive in the air, winning 5 aerial duels and making 10 crucial clearances. From our perspective, he handled the threat of Budimir well, keeping the Osasuna striker quiet for large periods.

Ricardo Rodríguez - 7.0: The Swiss international was the picture of composure. His pass accuracy of 91% highlights his tidiness in possession. Made some important interceptions and was positionally sound throughout. A very professional display.

Valentín Gómez - 8.5: What a performance from the defender. A colossal presence at the back. He won 9 of his 11 duels and made an incredible 14 clearances. He was an absolute wall that Osasuna simply could not get past. An almost perfect defensive masterclass.

Midfielders

Antony - 7.0: A lively and energetic display. He was a constant threat with his dribbling and crossing. While a couple of his shots were wayward, his intent was always positive. He worked hard off the ball too, recovering it 6 times.

Pablo Fornals - 8.0: The creative spark for Betis. He pulled the strings beautifully, providing a sublime assist for the second goal. His vision was exceptional, creating three chances for his teammates. A joy to watch before his unfortunate injury.

Abde Ezzalzouli - 8.0: Scored the crucial opening goal with a smart finish. His pace and directness caused all sorts of problems for the Osasuna backline in the 56 minutes he was on the pitch. A real livewire who set the tone for the victory.

Sofyan Amrabat - 7.5: Dominated the middle of the park. A true workhorse performance, breaking up play with 9 ball recoveries and 3 successful tackles. He provided the shield that allowed the creative players to flourish. A fantastic midfield anchor.

Marc Roca - 6.5: A decent outing, keeping possession ticking over nicely. He played his part in the team's control of the game but wasn't as influential as his midfield partners. A solid, reliable performance before being substituted.

Forwards

Cucho Hernández - 9.0: Unquestionably the man of the match. What stood out to us was his involvement in everything positive. He assisted the first goal and scored the second with a brilliant strike. His movement, link-up play, and clinical edge were on a different level. A truly dominant performance.

Substitutes

Aitor Ruibal - 6.0: Came on for the impressive Ezzalzouli and provided fresh legs down the wing. Didn't have a major impact on the game.

Sergi Altimira - 6.0: Replaced Marc Roca and helped see out the game, keeping things tidy in midfield.

Rodrigo Riquelme - N/A: Came on late for the injured Fornals.

Ángel Ortiz - N/A: Replaced Bellerín in the final stages.

Manager

M. Pellegrini - 8.0: We thought he got his tactics spot on. He set his team up to attack Osasuna's weaknesses and they executed the plan perfectly. The game was won by halftime, allowing for comfortable management of the second half. A very impressive coaching display.

Osasuna Player Ratings vs Real Betis

Here are Osasuna Player Ratings vs Real Betis

Goalkeeper

Sergio Herrera - 6.0: A busy and frustrating night for the keeper. He made four saves and couldn't be faulted for the clinical finishes. However, an error leading to a shot and conceding two goals mars his rating. He was let down badly by his defence.

Defenders

Jorge Herrando - 5.0: A difficult 45 minutes for the defender. He looked off the pace and was part of a backline that was completely overwhelmed. Being substituted at halftime tells the story of his performance.

Enzo Boyomo - 4.5: A very poor performance. His error led directly to a goal, a cardinal sin for a defender. He looked shaky throughout, losing key duels and struggling to cope with the Betis attack. A night to forget for him.

Alejandro Catena - 5.0: Despite making a high volume of clearances, his game will be remembered for a catastrophic error that led to a goal. That single moment was incredibly costly and undermined any good work he did elsewhere on the pitch.

Midfielders

Lucas Torró - 5.5: Completely overrun in the midfield battle. He couldn't get a foothold in the game and was largely anonymous. Like Herrando, he was hooked at halftime as the manager sought a response.

Jon Moncayola - 6.0: He worked hard and never stopped running but lacked the quality to make a real impact. He was fighting a losing battle in a midfield that was second best all evening. A frustrating outing.

Moi Gómez - 5.5: Struggled to influence the game and picked up a yellow card for a clumsy challenge. He lost possession a few times and failed to create anything of note before being substituted. A disappointing display.

Valentin Rosier - 6.0: Showed some intent going forward but was part of a defensive unit that was all at sea. He missed a decent chance in the first half. A mixed bag of a performance, really.

Abel Bretones - 6.5: One of Osasuna's brighter sparks, which isn't saying much. He tried to be positive on the ball, creating two chances and completing two dribbles. However, he was also caught in possession too often.

Forwards

Raúl García - 5.0: A tough night for the forward. He was isolated and physically dominated, winning only 4 of his 11 duels. He offered very little threat and was a peripheral figure for the entire match.

Ante Budimir - 5.5: From our perspective, this was a wasteful performance. He had four shots but failed to hit the target with any of them. He got into good positions but his finishing let him down badly. On another day he might have scored, but not today.

Substitutes

Sheraldo Becker - 6.0: Came on at halftime and provided a bit more directness.

Víctor Muñoz - 6.5: Looked lively after coming on and forced a save from the Betis keeper.

Iker Muñoz - 6.0: Added some energy to the midfield but the game was already gone.

Asier Osambela - N/A: A late substitute with little time to impact the game.

Kike Barja - N/A: A late substitute with little time to impact the game.

Manager

A. Lisci - 5.0: We felt his team was tactically outclassed from the start. The defensive organization was shambolic, and they were punished for it. The halftime changes showed he knew it was wrong, but the damage was already done. A difficult day at the office for the Osasuna boss.

Sportsdunia's Player of the Match is Cucho