Real Betis Balompié's international players Ez Abde and Troy Parrott are returning to the club after scoring penalty goals for their national teams during the October break. Both wingers are expected to be key figures in the demanding schedule of nine matches in 29 days that awaits the Verdiblancos, starting this Sunday against Osasuna at La Cartuja.
Club analyst Jordi Santamaría highlighted the duo's contributions. "Ez Abde and Troy Parrott, the two Real Betis internationals who played this Sunday for their national teams, had a prominent role with their respective sides," he said. Manager Manuel Pellegrini will hope to have them available for the weekend fixture, where Betis, sitting third in La Liga with 16 points, will aim to extend their five-match unbeaten run.
Ez Abde put Morocco ahead in the friendly against Mali in Tangier. The winger won and converted the spot-kick in the 34th minute, though the match finished 1-1. He was substituted in the 65th minute. Meanwhile, Troy Parrott leveled the score for Ireland in their Nations League clash with Israel. The forward scored from the penalty spot in the 39th minute, securing another 1-1 draw for his country.
This goal continues a remarkable scoring streak for Parrott in the green jersey. The Irishman has netted ten times in his last ten international appearances and shares the top scorer lead in this Nations League edition with four goals. His partnership with Abde at Betis has already borne fruit this season, such as the Moroccan's goal against Getafe, assisted by Parrott.
The return of both players in scoring form is a boost for a squad facing a congested fixture list. After the match against 13th-placed Osasuna, Betis will face opponents across three different competitions.
Pellegrini's side enters this period in a strong league position, just five points behind leaders Barcelona. Their last defeat was on August 29, and since then they have recorded four wins and a draw. Maintaining defensive solidity, with only seven goals conceded, and boosting the attack with in-form players like Abde and Parrott will be key. To follow the squad's progress, visit the squad section.
The two players will report back for training on Tuesday, giving Pellegrini ample time to prepare for Sunday's match at La Cartuja stadium.
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