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'Having 15 points out of 18 is not easy' - Manuel Pellegrini refuses to get carried away despite Real Betis' flying start in La Liga

The hosts secured their fourth straight win in all competitions through a close-range finish from Abde Ezzalzouli right before half-time. It was a tough match against a defensive opponent before the visitors went down to ten men after a red card for Mario Martin.

Soccer News / Goal.com / September 16

'Politics divides and football unites': Pellegrini defends Ez Abde after Moroccan insults

The Real Betis coach speaks about his player's crisis over the Ceuta shirt Manuel Pellegrini has come out fighting in defence of his Moroccan forward Abdessamad Ezzalzouli after the player was targeted on social media over his part in an initiative to support the residents of Ceuta.

Real Betis News / Goal.com / September 13

Pellegrini delivers good news to Morocco

What's the story? Abde Ezzalzouli is back. The Moroccan winger returns to the Real Betis squad named by Manuel Pellegrini for tomorrow's trip to face Villarreal at the Estadio de la Cerámica in La Liga, having sat out the last two matches against Real Madrid and Lille.

Real Betis News / The42 / September 8

Troy Parrott scores winning goal as Betis earn hard-fought Champions League win

Manuel Pellegrini’s side came from behind twice to defeat Lille.

Real Betis News / Goal.com / September 8

'Complicated': Pellegrini reveals the latest on Ez Abde's condition

The Andalusian side is preparing for a European clash against Lille. Manuel Pellegrini has cast fresh doubt over the fitness of Morocco's Abde Ezzalzouli, with the Real Betis boss revealing that the winger is still short of full sharpness because of a knee problem.

Real Betis News / Goal.com / September 8

'He deserves more recognition' - Davide Ancelotti hails 'incredible' Manuel Pellegrini ahead of Champions League clash

Lille head coach Davide Ancelotti has paid glowing tribute to Betis counterpart Pellegrini ahead of Tuesday's Champions League league-phase opener. The fixture marks Davide's managerial debut in Europe's premier club competition after years working alongside his father, Carlo.

Real Betis News / Goal.com / September 6

Ez Abde continues the mystery ahead of European appearance

A new absence Morocco international Abde Ezzalzouli has been dealt a fresh blow before the start of his European campaign, after Chilean Manuel Pellegrini, the manager of Spain's Real Betis, decided to leave him out of the squad preparing to face France's Lille in the UEFA Champions League.

Real Betis News / Goal.com / September 5

Pellegrini: Real Madrid did not deserve to draw with us, and we punished Mourinho's team with their own strength

Will he provoke the Special One? Real Betis boss Manuel Pellegrini put his side's win over Real Madrid down to one thing: taking their chances. The Chilean insisted the referee had no bearing whatsoever on the result.

Real Betis News / Goal.com / September 3

Mourinho: I said some very stupid words, and I will be forced to do this for Messi

The Portuguese coach makes peace with Pellegrini ahead of the Real Betis clash José Mourinho, the Real Madrid coach, has sent a conciliatory message to Manuel Pellegrini, his Real Betis counterpart and upcoming La Liga opponent, following the disputes that had previously flared between the two men.

Soccer News / Goal.com / August 4

Betis gives up on the Amrabat file

The Andalusian club's transfer market may witness further moves Real Betis have accelerated their activity in the final days of the transfer window, as the Andalusian club seeks to reorganise its priorities in line with the needs of manager Manuel Pellegrini for the new season.

Soccer News / Goal.com / August 4

Betis surrenders in the Amrabat file: a new deal that will determine El Zalzouli's future

The Andalusian club's transfer market may witness further moves Real Betis have stepped up their activity in the final days of the transfer window, as the Andalusian club look to reorganise their priorities in line with the needs of coach Manuel Pellegrini for the new season.

Soccer News / Goal.com / July 8

Man City confirm ex-goalkeeper's return as part of Enzo Maresca's backroom staff

Manchester City have confirmed the coaching staff that will support new manager Enzo Maresca at the Etihad Stadium. Former goalkeeper and League Cup hero Willy Caballero is returning to the club as part of the new-look backroom team.

Soccer News / Athlon Sports / April 24

Real Betis vs Real Madrid Lineups, Live Streams, Cable, How & Where to Watch

Real Madrid travel to Seville to face Real Betis on Friday night, looking to cut Barcelona’s lead at the top of La Liga to six points. After ending a four-game

Soccer News / Football Espana / December 20

Getafe manager Jose Bordalas responds to Crystal Palace links

Alongside Manuel Pellegrini, Diego Simeone and Ernesto Valverde, Jose Bordalas sits as one of the most consistent managers in La Liga. The Getafe manager has been a guarantee of safety for Los Azulones in recent years, despite their low budget compared to other sides.

Soccer News / Football Espana / December 5

Rangers contact highly rated La Liga Sporting Director over move

Real Betis are one of the form and fashionable teams in Spain, as they pursue European football and potentially even a Champions League spot. Los Verdiblancos

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Soccer News / Football Espana / November 27

Real Betis agree new Manuel Pellegrini deal with exit clause

Real Betis have reached an agreement with manager Manuel Pellegrini to extend his deal. The veteran coach is on course to be one of the most successful Betis managers ever, but at the age of 73, does have an expiry date on his time in Triana, even if it is as much down to his ambition as anything else.

Real Betis News / Football Espana / November 21

Real Betis near two major contract agreements – deal to be signed in coming weeks

Real Betis stole the headlines on transfer deadline day with the signing of Antony from Manchester United, who was met with biblical reception. Los Verdiblancos are now closing in on two new contracts for people with similarly tectonic impact on the club.

Real Betis News / Football Espana / October 9, 2025

La Liga manager informs club he wants 'spectacular' player from Real Madrid in January

Real Betis are interested in signing the Real Madrid striker Gonzalo Garcia, and it remains to be seen whether they can get the deal done. The 21-year-old needs regular gametime to continue his development, and perhaps a loan move could be ideal for him.

Real Betis News / Football Espana / September 1, 2025

Real Betis secure deadline day agreement with Manchester United to re-sign Antony

Manchester United winger Antony is on the verge of re-joining Real Betis, as a conclusion nears in this summer-long saga. Betis initially signed Antony on loan during the winter transfer window, and he was a star performer for Manuel Pellegrini’s side throughout the second half of last season.

Real Betis News / Football Espana / August 31, 2025

'I am neither optimistic nor pessimistic' – Real Betis manager Manuel Pellegrini on Antony

Time is running out for Real Betis to reach an agreement to re-sign Antony from Manchester United before Monday’s deadline. It had been thought that a deal was done between both clubs earlier in the week, although Los Verdiblancos moved to clarify that this was not the case.

Soccer News / Football Espana / August 16, 2025

Real Betis set sights on shock move for Arsenal star

Real Betis have had a busy transfer window so far, but they are expected to make further additions to Manuel Pellegrini’s squad before the summer is out – and one possible signing could come from Arsenal.

Real Betis News / Football Espana / May 28, 2025

Manuel Pellegrini confirms Real Betis injuries led to UEFA Conference League final defeat

Real Betis missed out on winning their first ever European trophy on Wednesday as they fell to a 4-1 defeat to Chelsea in the UEFA Conference League final.

Soccer News / Talk Chelsea / May 28, 2025

'Very easy' – Manuel Pellegrini not scared of Chelsea tonight in Conference League final

Real Betis boss Manuel Pellegrini has been previewing his side’s Conference League cup final against Chelsea in Poland this evening. The big news comes after Chelsea finally secured their qualification to play Champions League football next season on the final day of the Premier League season on Sunday.

Soccer News / Football Italia / April 30, 2025

Pellegrini warns Real Betis of Fiorentina threat: ‘It’s logical at this level’

Real Betis head coach Manuel Pellegrini is aware of the threat that Fiorentina will pose his side in the upcoming Conference League semi-final, the third

Real Betis News / Football Espana / December 26, 2024

Real Betis head coach Manuel Pellegrini confirms international management aspirations

Real Betis have had a few difficulties this season, although Manuel Pellegrini’s job has always been safe – and it has been this way for almost the entirety of his four-and-a-half year spell in charge at the Benito Villamarin.