Real Betis celebrated a historic night in which they beat FC Porto 3‑2 on the second day of the Champions League, ending 21 years without Betis fans experiencing a European competition of the caliber of the Champions League. The match, played in La Cartuja, became a spectacle that left the club's followers with the feeling of having witnessed a true football festival.
Captain Isco Alarcón, who has been a key player in the team's defense and midfield, described the atmosphere as “incredible” and highlighted the importance of the constant presence of the fans. “They have been there as always and they deserved a victory,” he commented to the Movistar program, stressing that the victory was due to the collective effort and work done by the team. According to the playmaker, Betis still has room for improvement and is not satisfied with victory: "Nowadays you can't take anything for granted. It happened to us with Osasuna. When we were better, they beat us back, but the mentality of this team is to continue growing."
Isco also emphasized the special nature of the Champions League, pointing out that playing it with a club that has restored his enthusiasm is something “incredible.” The player, who considers himself “very stubborn,” expressed his wish for more nights like today and stated that he will continue fighting as long as he has energy, despite being told that he was “dead.” "They have left me for dead and I refuse. I want to continue fighting," he added firmly.
The 3‑2 result over Porto not only marked a historic milestone for Betis, but also reinforced its position in the group stage of the Champions League. With this victory, the club is placed in the middle of the table, which opens up the possibility of advancing to the next phase and continuing to compete in the most prestigious tournament in Europe. The next matches are shaping up to be important challenges, and Betis will have to maintain the level shown to consolidate its presence in the competition.