Betis beats Zaragoza, moves top in Spain
Posted Friday, September 23, 2011 by YAHOO Sport
BARCELONA, Spain (AP)—Roque Santa Cruz scored twice to lead 10-man Real Betis to a thrilling 4-3 win over Zaragoza on Thursday as the newly promoted Andalusian side made a piece of Spanish league history.
Goals from Santa Cruz and Salva Sevilla— from the penalty spot— after just 12 minutes set Betis on its way to the best ever start of a promoted club with four straight victories.
Efrain Juarez pulled one back for Zaragoza, but Benat Etxebarria stroked home another penalty in the 47th and Santa Cruz headed in his second goal two minutes later.
However, the game then swung Zaragoza’s way after Betis goalkeeper Casto was sent off with 20 minutes to play.
Juan Carlos Perez gave Zaragoza hope with two late goals, but Betis held on for a memorable win.
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