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Estadio Jesús Navas (Sevilla, Spain). A tense 0-0 draw between Sevilla Atlético and Betis Deportivo in Spain’s third tier showcased defensive grit, tactical discipline, and the raw nerves of young players thrust into a derby cauldron.

While goals eluded both sides, the match highlighted the developmental importance of reserve-team rivalries, with 6,200 fans at Estadio Jesús Navas amplifying every tackle and miss. Coaches Jesús Galván (Sevilla Atlético) and Alberto Arzu (Betis Deportivo) prioritized structure over flair, creating a ‘chess match’ that tested their academy products’ mental resilience.

• Jesús Galván (Sevilla Atlético):
  “Derbies are where boys become men.”
  The ex-Sevilla full-back emphasized verticality and midfield control, trusting teenagers like Lulo Dasilva to anchor play. His 4-2-3-1 system dominated possession (58%) but lacked cutting edge.
• Alberto Arzu (Betis Deportivo):
  “Survive the pressure, earn your stripes.”
  The Betis legend deployed a pragmatic 4-4-2, leaning on Pablo García’s wing wizardry and Guilherme Fernandes’ goalkeeping heroics. His low block frustrated Sevilla, but creativity waned.

The best potential players:

Alberto Flores (Sevilla Atlético), goalkeeper born 2003.

• Stats: 3 saves, 5 claims, 89% pass accuracy.
• Scout Note: A “Dmitrović-lite” keeper – commanding, vocal, and ready for La Liga 2.

Andrés Castrín (Sevilla Atlético), centre-back born 2003.

• Stats: 7 clearances, 2 interceptions, 92% duels won.
• Scout Note: Composed leader – similar to Pau Torres, with more grit.

Lulo Dasilva (Sevilla Atlético), central midfielder born 2002.

• Stats: 92% pass accuracy, 5 tackles.
• Scout Note: A Busquets-style metronome – La Liga 2 clubs are circling.

Guilherme Fernandes (Betis Deportivo), goalkeeper born 2001.

• Stats: 4 saves, 1v1 stop vs Antonetti.
• Scout Note: Agile, quick off his line – potential to be Betis’ future No. 1.

Pablo García (Betis Deportivo), right winger born 2006.

• Stats: 4 dribbles, 2 key passes.
• Scout Note: Direct, Joaquín-like winger – needs stamina work.

To FOLLOW also Sevilla Atlético centre-forward Ibra Sow (2007); and Betis Deportivo striker Souleymane Faye (2003) and centre-backs Rudy Kohon (2004) & Elyaz Zidane (2005 / son of Zinédine Zidane).

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The 6,200 fans – split between red-white and green-white scarves – turned the reserve clash into a mini-El Gran Derbi. Chants of “¡Betis, Betis, Betis!” and “¡Sevilla, mi Sevilla!” echoed relentlessly, amplifying pressure on young shoulders:

• Nerves Showed: Missed chances (e.g., Antonetti’s 57’ sitter) and rushed passes (Betis: 62% accuracy) reflected the occasion’s gravity.
• Heroes Emerged: Flores and Guilherme thrived under scrutiny, their saves drawing standing ovations.

This derby proved reserve football’s value: a laboratory for talent under pressure. Lulo Dasilva and Pablo García embodied their clubs’ identities – one a calm conductor, the other a fearless dribbler. While the scoreline lacked glamour, the match whispered futures bright enough to light up Sevilla’s iconic derbies for years to come.