🔥A stroll for Betis as they win in the opening round of the Copa del Rey | OneFootball

Real Betis Balompié left no room for surprises and secured a resounding 1-7 victory against Atlético Palma del Río CF in a match corresponding to the first round of the Copa del Rey, held at the Sergio León Stadium in front of a full house. Despite the heavy defeat, the match was a true football celebration for the modest Cordoban team.

Manuel Pellegrini's team resolved the tie with authority and speed. The goal fest began in the 8th minute with a goal from Rodrigo Riquelme. Shortly after, Sergi Altimira extended the lead in the 27th minute, and Betis went into halftime with a comfortable 0-3 after Pablo García's goal in the 34th minute.

The second half continued with Betis' dominance, and Pablo García's double in the 52nd minute made it 0-4. However, the most emotional moment of the night came in the 62nd minute when Manuel Rodríguez scored the consolation goal for Palma del Río (1-4), sending the crowd into a frenzy.

Betis completed the rout with doubles from Riquelme and Pablo García, along with goals from Altimira, Diego Llorente, and Ez Abde, sealing a 1-7 final score. The victory qualifies the Sevillians for the Second Round, while Atlético Palma del Río bids farewell to the Cup with the satisfaction of having participated in a historic day for their club.

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