Antony delivered a 'salvation' performance for Real Betis

In the La Liga 2025/26 Round 11 match between Real Betis and Mallorca, Antony continued to shine like a saint by netting 2 goals and assisting once for Real Betis, leading them to a 3-0 win. FotMob also awarded him the highest player rating of the game.

At the Benito Villamarín stadium, Real Betis delivered a brilliant performance against Mallorca, with the crowd erupting in cheers for none other than Antony. His outstanding display earned him a 9.3 rating from FotMob, the highest in the match. Antony truly made Round 11 La Liga 2025/26 his personal stage.

Playing 83 minutes, Antony was not only a spearhead on the right wing but also the heart of every Betis attack. He scored 2 goals, assisted once, directly contributing to all three of his team's goals. Each move he made was filled with confidence, boldness, and effectiveness—qualities Betis fans had hoped to see when his transfer was completed.

The highlights of the match were not limited to goals. Antony took 4 shots, 3 on target, and, more importantly, always knew how to position himself to make a difference. He not only scored but constantly stretched Mallorca’s defense with his dribbling skills and highly flexible positional changes.

Antony's game maturity is also evident in seemingly dry statistics that reveal a lot. The Brazilian midfielder completed 42 out of 49 passes accurately (86%), created 1 clear chance, and made 3 defensive contributions, reflecting his tireless fighting spirit. An attacking player willing to drop back, a star balancing artistry and efficiency.

Overall, Antony touched the ball 66 times, had 3 touches inside the penalty area, and delivered 3 passes into the opponent’s final third, statistics that demonstrate his influence from midfield to dangerous zones. No longer just a flashy player, Betis’s Antony has become a well-rounded footballer who knows when to sprint, when to pass, and when to finish off opponents.

Betis might have won as a team in this match, but if one had to pick a decisive figure, the only deserving name is Antony. He is the spark, the inspiration, and the symbol of Real Betis’s fighting spirit—a squad eager to return to the European competition spots.

If Antony maintains this form it would be no surprise if he becomes the standout figure for Betis this season, even a candidate for La Liga’s Player of the Month award. Because tonight at Benito Villamarín, Antony didn’t just play football, he performed art.

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