Nelson Deossa hits his stride and shines for Real Betis

Nelson Deossa is starting to find his place in Real Betis after a tougher first season, when his performance was poor and he even came close to leaving in the summer. As MARCA reports, the turning point came with Manuel Pellegrini’s backing, giving him a new chance after last year’s limited minutes and misfit.

From spectacle to MVP

The progress is visible in back-to-back displays: first at La Cerámica, where he impressed on the break with open space; and then in the start against Getafe at La Cartuja. In that match, MARCA describes him as “pura sangre” in midfield, taking control over a physical side like Getafe and ending as MVP.

Numbers, duels and impact

According to the OPTA statistics quoted in the piece, Deossa produced a complete performance: 53 successful passes out of 65, 10 duels won, eight recoveries, two interceptions, and two shots, plus good link-up play and decisive changes of direction. The article also highlights that he helped create momentum leading to the goal: he started the move after beating two opponents.

Pellegrini’s take

Pellegrini sounded pleased and underlined that Deossa is a different player now. “Very happy he stayed… Maybe last year he didn’t have the maturity to show his qualities. Now he’s a different player,” the coach said, adding that Deossa can play in multiple roles—from the wing to deeper positions—and “brings power and an important technical touch.”

After being named MVP, Deossa kept it simple: “I didn’t expect it… I always go out to give my best, for the team.” And in DAZN he stressed Betis’ home stance: “In our stadium, they can’t take even one point from us.”