On April 5, 2025, FC Barcelona and Real Betis ended in a surprising 1-1 draw at the Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys during Round 30 of La Liga. Gavi opened the scoring for Barça in the 7th minute, assisted by Ferran Torres, but Real Betis equalized just ten minutes later through Natan’s powerful header off a corner.
Despite dominating with 75% possession and 13 total shots, Barcelona were repeatedly denied by Betis’ veteran goalkeeper Adrián San Miguel, who delivered a standout performance. The draw prevented Barcelona from extending their lead at the top of the table, sitting at 67 points—just four ahead of Real Madrid, who had lost to Valencia earlier.
In this match, Raphinha was notably absent from the squad. Coach Hansi Flick chose to rest the Brazilian winger along with other key players like Pedri and De Jong, with an eye on preserving their fitness for Barcelona's upcoming Champions League clash against Borussia Dortmund.
Raphinha has been in exceptional form this season, racking up 27 goals and 17 assists across all competitions—a personal best that places him among top contenders for the Ballon d'Or. His influence in previous matches, especially against teams like Betis, has been crucial. Although he didn’t feature this time, his impact is deeply felt and eagerly awaited in the coming fixtures.
A Surprising Tie (Barcelona Vs Real Betis)