Real Betis delivered an impressive performance on Sunday, defeating Osasuna 5-2 to ascend to third place in La Liga. The victory, which took place at La Cartuja stadium, saw veteran midfielder Isco shine with two goals, helping his team move ahead of Real Madrid by a single point and level with Atletico Madrid, who sit in second place.

The match showcased Betis's attacking prowess, marking their sixth win out of eight matches this season. Isco opened the scoring from the penalty spot after Rodrigo Riquelme was fouled in the box. Ez Abde then extended Betis's lead with a well-placed finish just half an hour into the game. Following the break, Ante Budimir scored an own goal, giving Betis a comfortable 3-0 advantage.

Osasuna fought back with a goal from Budimir himself, who redeemed his earlier mistake by finding the net. Raul Garcia also contributed to Osasuna's efforts, bringing the score to 3-2 and giving the visitors a glimmer of hope. However, Isco capitalized on a defensive error to net his second goal of the match, and Jose Morante sealed the victory with a fifth goal in stoppage time.

After the match, Betis manager Manuel Pellegrini reflected on the game, acknowledging the challenges of maintaining control in football. "Football is never truly under control," he stated, emphasizing the need for his team to stay vigilant. Pellegrini also praised Isco's performance, highlighting his exceptional skill and maturity on the pitch.

In other La Liga action, Valencia managed to earn a point in a 2-2 draw against Racing Santander, while Real Sociedad edged out Deportivo La Coruna 3-2 in a closely contested match. The Basque side initially took a commanding lead before facing a spirited comeback from Deportivo, who were unable to equalize despite a late penalty opportunity.

Barcelona continues to lead the league with an unblemished record, following their 3-0 victory over Getafe. Atletico Madrid remains in second place after a last-minute win against Alaves, while Real Madrid narrowly defeated Villarreal 1-0 despite a red card for Vinicius Junior.

As the season progresses, Real Betis will look to build on this momentum as they aim for a strong finish in La Liga, with their next challenge set to unfold in the coming weeks.