The ecstasy of Álex Moreno

Álex Moreno became the absolute protagonist of Betis’s triumph against Real Sociedad. He scored two goals, the first and the last of that resounding 4-0, in addition to assisting Juanmi in the second in the afternoon in Heliópolis. His role in Manuel Pellegrini’s plan is crucial: he became the undisputed starter despite regular rotations and is already exposing his candidacy to be called up by the Spanish team. “Perhaps it was the best day of my sports career,” said the footballer after the match. Villamarín surrendered to him. From his first infinite race before five minutes to his farewell after that fourth high-flying goal.

But not everything was a walk in the take off of Álex Moreno. At the gates of this course his name was considered as one of the possible exits. There was growing interest from Galatasaray, but for Pellegrini it was a primary asset. He started with a certain substitute band due to the good work of Juan Miranda and an injury in the league debut separated him for a few days from the competition. But his return left his best version on stage. Turned into a hurricane on that left wing, Pellegrini managed to achieve important defensive improvements, as he did with Emerson last season, in addition to making him a crucial offensive factor thanks to his speed and daring. Against the Real he signed an outstanding performance.

Álex Moreno is going through a sweet moment also physically and his team thanks him. It is always a possibility when it comes to reaching the bottom line and that is why Miranda won the particular battle at the moment in that left-handed lane. There are minutes for everyone and he will rest in the Cup against Talavera this Thursday, but Álex Moreno is here to stay and already dreams of greater heights in the coming months. He wants his performance to continue to rise and that Luis Enrique does not forget about him. And that incentive is also a joy for Pellegrini.