
UEFA Europa League
7:00 p.mApril 16, 2026
Quarter finals

Real Betis2 – 4
VAT:(2-1)
Added:(3-5)

SC Braga*Cartuja stadium
Referee: Davide Massa, Italy


Real Betis


SC Braga
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1.16
Expected Goals (xG)
1.27
Passing by
377 (82%)
Accurate passes
342 (82%)
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UEFA Europa League Ranking – UEFA Europa League
Qualification/Relegation
- Promotion – Europa League (Play Off: Round of 16)
- Promotion – Europa League (Play Off: 1/16 final)
SC Braga secured a thrilling 4-2 victory over Real Betis at the Estadio de la Cartoixa, completing an impressive comeback in this UEFA Europa League clash.
Real Betis came into this game with a bang, occupying ninth place in the standings and eager to climb the table. SC Braga arrived in Seville with a perfect record, aiming to maintain their good form in the tournament.
The home side started strongly, taking control early in the game. Antony opened the scoring in the 13th minute, firing to give the home side an immediate lead.
Betis doubled their lead in the 26th minute through Abdessamad Ezzalzouli. His clinical finish looked to put the home side in total control of proceedings.
Braga refused to fold under the pressure. In the 38th minute, Pau VÃctor pulled one back, changing the momentum before the half-time whistle.
The second half began with a dramatic change of energy. Just four minutes after the restart, Vitor Carvalho equalized for the visitors.
The comeback picked up pace quickly. In the 53rd minute, Ricardo Horta converted a penalty to put Braga ahead for the first time on the night.
Although Betis struggled to find an equaliser, the visitors remained disciplined. Jean-Baptiste Gorby secured the result with a goal in the 74th minute.
The statistics reflect a competitive contest despite the score. Betis finished with 53 percent possession and an expected goal (xG) of 1.16, while Braga recorded an xG of 1.27.
Both teams registered five shots on goal, but Braga were much more efficient in front of goal. The visitors converted their chances when it mattered most.
Discipline became an issue as the game wore on, with several yellow cards issued to both sides. The referee struggled to keep the game flowing in the closing stages.
This result leaves Braga in a strong position, maintaining their perfect record in the group. Real Betis must rally quickly to improve their position in the competition.

