Cucho Hernández
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Hernandez scored two goals to go with four shots (three on goal) in Sunday's 3-0 win over Oviedo.
Analysis: Hernandez opened the scoring in the 22nd minute assisted by Pablo Fornals and also netted again in the 58th minute assisted by Ez Abde. Hernandez also contributed defensively with a clearance. This was his first goal since January and takes his tally to double figures for goals.
Available Friday
Hernandez (knee) is available for Friday's clash against Real Madrid, according to coach Manuel Pellegrini, per Gonzalo Tortosa from Elchiringuitotv.
Analysis: Hernandez's clearance is a significant boost for Betis heading into a high-profile fixture at La Cartuja. The Colombian had been substituted at halftime of the previous match due to knee discomfort, raising concerns about his availability for Friday. As the undisputed starter at number nine, his presence gives coach Manuel Pellegrini his preferred attacking option, with Cedric Bakambu likely returning to a depth role after impressing with an assist in his place.
Suffers knee discomfort
Hernandez (knee) was substituted at halftime of Tuesday's 3-2 win at Girona due to discomfort, leaving his availability for Friday's clash against Real Madrid uncertain, according to Mateo Gonzalez of ABC Sevilla.
Analysis: Hernandez had been feeling knee discomfort during the first half before alerting the staff at the interval, with coach Manuel Pellegrini deciding not to risk him further given the quick turnaround before the Real Madrid fixture. The Colombian is an undisputed starter as Betis's number nine, making his potential absence a significant blow with such a prestigious fixture just days away. Cedric Bakambu came on in his place and impressed with an assist, putting his hand up as a potential replacement if Hernandez cannot be cleared in time for Friday's clash at La Cartuja.
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