Betis outclass Osasuna and reclaim third place in La Liga

Real Betis dominated Osasuna (5-2) on Sunday in the 8th round of La Liga, according to several Spanish, Italian, French and Portuguese media. Thanks to this victory, the Andalusian club overtook Real Madrid and reclaimed third place in the league, according to L'Équipe, Gazeta Esportiva and Estadio Deportivo. According to Corriere dello Sport, Betis also drew level with Atlético Madrid, second, behind FC Barcelona.

Isco in the spotlight

Isco scored a brace, according to Corriere dello Sport, Placar and TuttoMercatoWeb. His first of two goals came in the 67th minute, making it 4-2, reports kicker. Betis's fifth goal was scored in stoppage time, in the 95th minute, the same outlet adds. Estadio Deportivo highlights Morante's performance, author of the "manita", and mentions the "show" put on by striker Cucho. The match was played at the Estadio de la Cartuja, Placar notes.

A less straightforward match than it seems

Despite the final score, the game was competitive. Estadio Deportivo reports that Budimir and Raúl brought Osasuna's players back into the game when everything seemed to be heading towards an easy Betis win. Coach Pellegrini also rotated his squad, the Spanish outlet adds.

Before the Champions League

This victory comes ahead of the home match against FC Porto in the Champions League, scheduled for Wednesday, as Maisfutebol and Bola na Rede point out. Betis, who remain on an unbeaten run, approach this fixture in good shape, according to Bola na Rede.