SEVILLE, Spain – In a dramatic LaLiga encounter, Real Betis’ German Pezzella scored a crucial late equalizer to hold league leaders Girona to a 1-1 draw.
The match saw Girona, the surprise leaders of LaLiga, maintain their impressive form. Ukraine’s Artem Dovbyk converted a penalty in the 39th minute, awarded after Savinho was brought down in the box, giving Girona a deserved lead.
Despite falling behind, Real Betis displayed resilience and determination. Their efforts paid off in the 88th minute when centre-back German Pezzella found the back of the net with a powerful strike from just inside the penalty area, following a corner.
The draw sees Girona finishing 2023 at the top of LaLiga with 45 points. The result places them three points clear of second-placed Real Madrid, who are set to play Alaves later on Thursday.
The match was a testament to both teams’ competitive spirit in LaLiga. For Girona, maintaining their position at the top despite a challenging fixture against Real Betis underlines their remarkable campaign. Meanwhile, Real Betis’ ability to secure a draw against the league leaders highlights their resilience and capacity to challenge top-tier teams. The late equalizer from Pezzella underscores the unpredictability and excitement of LaLiga, setting the stage for a thrilling continuation of the season post the winter break.
