The Andalucian side moved a point above Real Madrid, fourth, and level with second place Atletico Madrid, trailing leader Barcelona by five points.
Real Betis defeated Osasuna 5-2 on Sunday to climb back into third place in La Liga, moving one point ahead of Real Madrid. Veteran playmaker Isco scored twice, alongside goals from Ez Abde and Jose Morante, as well as an Ante Budimir own goal, securing Manuel Pellegrini's side their sixth league victory in eight matches.
Osasuna attempted a second-half comeback with goals from Budimir and Raul Garcia after falling three goals behind, but Isco and Morante sealed the victory. The match was held at La Cartuja stadium, where Betis is temporarily playing during the renovation of Benito Villamarin.
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