The match featured two contentious VAR reviews that lasted over four minutes each. In the 48th minute, what appeared to be a penalty on Cucho was ruled outside the area by referee Martínez Munuera. The most controversial moment came in the 86th minute when Valentín's challenge on Ratiu was reviewed but not penalized, despite appearing to occur on the goal line.
The match included 14 minutes of added time, reflecting the lengthy stoppages caused by the VAR reviews. The result halted Betis' momentum in their pursuit of a Champions League spot.