Real Betis 2-2 FC Barcelona: Late Drama as Assane Diao Secures Draw

Real Betis stunned FC Barcelona with a dramatic 94th-minute equaliser, courtesy of 19-year-old Assane Diao, in an enthralling 2-2 draw at Estadio Benito Villamarín. Barca, despite leading twice, was forced to settle for a point in a match filled with VAR interventions, a red card, and last-minute heroics.

Barcelona Takes the Lead Twice but Falters Late

Lewandowski Strikes First

Barcelona took the lead just before halftime through Robert Lewandowski, who finished a well-crafted team move involving Lamine Yamal, Pedri, and Jules Koundé. The Polish striker’s tap-in marked his 16th La Liga goal of the season and set Barca up for what seemed like a comfortable win.

VAR and Lo Celso Level the Game

The hosts found their way back into the match when Vitor Roque, a former Barcelona player, was brought down in the penalty area. The referee initially waved play on, but VAR overturned the decision, awarding Real Betis a penalty. Giovani Lo Celso made no mistake, slotting the ball home to equalise. The incident also saw Barcelona head coach Hansi Flick sent off for dissent, adding further drama to the game.

Torres’ Goal Cancelled, Then Restored

In the second half, substitute Ferran Torres appeared to have given Barca the lead again when he broke the offside trap and found the back of the net. While the goal was initially ruled out, another VAR review deemed it valid, putting Barcelona ahead at 2-1.

Diao’s Late Heroics

Just as Barca seemed to have secured the win, Assane Diao stepped up with a sensational stoppage-time equalizer. A clever flick from the teenager went through Iñigo Martínez’s legs and past Iñaki Peña, sealing a well-deserved point for Real Betis.

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