Real Betis returned with an important 1-1 draw from Sporting Braga's stadium in the first leg of the Europa League quarter-finals, keeping their hopes alive ahead of the decisive second leg at La Cartuja Stadium in Seville, where they will decide qualification in front of their fans.

The start of the match was extremely difficult for the Andalusian team, as they conceded an early goal in the fourth minute following consecutive defensive errors that player Grealish capitalized on to easily score against goalkeeper Pau López. Matters were further complicated by an early booking for player Sofyan Amrabat.

After that, Betis's performance gradually improved and they began to threaten the Portuguese team's goal, with Bartra almost scoring with a header that hit the post. Goalkeeper Hornicek excelled in saving several dangerous chances, most notably an attempt by Abde Ezzalzouli, while Betis's goal was mostly unthreatened except for a late attack that almost cost them dearly.

In the second half, the coach brought on Antony in place of Amrabat, which gave the team more attacking energy. This resulted in a penalty won by Ez Abde, which "Cucho" Hernández converted into the equalizing goal.

Anthony almost secured a victory for his team in the final moments, but the draw remained the outcome, postponing the decision to the anticipated return match.