Getafe fell to a 1-0 defeat at Real Betis's Benito Villamarín on Thursday, a setback that halts the momentum from their win over Malaga. The only goal of the match came in the 45th minute from Abde Ezzalzouli following a cross by Troy Parrott, validated after a VAR review for a potential handball.

The loss leaves Getafe 11th in La Liga with 8 points, having recorded two wins, two draws and three losses from their opening seven games. Bordalás's side, which had beaten Malaga 1-0 last weekend, now faces a tough trip to face leaders Barcelona at Camp Nou on October 10th.

A goal after review

The match was decided by a Betis attack just before half-time. Parrott delivered a cross from the right flank which Abde met first-time with a powerful low shot from the centre of the box. The referee paused the action to review a possible handball by the Moroccan forward in the build-up, but the technology confirmed the goal was legal.

Getafe, playing without key absentees like Christantus Uche and Kiko Femenía, had their best chance in the second half. Betis goalkeeper David Soria tipped a powerful strike from Antony onto the post, denying the visitors' clearest route to an equaliser.

Red card and Pellegrini's reaction

The night worsened for the visitors with the late sending-off of Mario Martín, who received a second yellow card in the closing minutes. Down to ten men, Getafe's hopes of a comeback faded completely.

Betis manager Manuel Pellegrini expressed his satisfaction with the win and his team's strong start. "I'm very pleased. Having 15 points out of 18 is not easy," the Chilean said. "Getafe are a tough side; they defend resolutely and are very physical. Fortunately, we managed to score that goal."

The result sees Betis level on 15 points with Real Madrid, while Barcelona lead with 18. Getafe, meanwhile, maintain a negative goal difference (4 scored, 7 conceded) and will look to get back on track after the international break. The squad, which you can review on our squad page, now prepares for the trip to Catalonia.

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