LaLiga: Sevilla, Betis Draw In Derby

Real Betis held Sevilla to a 1-1 derby draw on Sunday in LaLiga to dent their European ambitions.

Hosts Betis, seventh, trail Real Sociedad in sixth by two points in the battle to reach next season's Europa League, with Valencia close in pursuit behind.

Sevilla are enduring a disappointing campaign, languishing 13th, but snatching a draw at the Benito Villamarin against their neighbours will offer them some pleasure.

Manuel Pellegrini's side had the better of the clash, befitting their respective league positions.

Sevilla's Lucas Ocampos had a goal ruled out for offside and veteran defender Sergio Ramos cleared off his own line before Betis took the lead.

Isco beat Orjan Nyland from the penalty spot after Dodi Lukebakio was harshly penalised for handball as he turned to block a shot.

Nyland made a fine save to deny Ayoze Perez early in the second half before Sevilla levelled through Kike Salas' powerful header.

Betis nearly snatched a win late on but former Barcelona winger Ez Abde headed against the crossbar.