Scott and Antony Red-Carded as Bournemouth and Betis Draw in Seville

Double Red Cards Mar Bournemouth's Pre-Season Draw with Real Betis

Alex Scott and Antony were both sent off during a pre-season friendly between Bournemouth and Real Betis at the Benito Villamarin in Seville. The match ended 2-2, but the double dismissal was the story.

Bournemouth had travelled to Spain for a training camp, using the fixture as part of their preparation for the Premier League campaign under Andoni Iraola. Betis, managed by Manuel Pellegrini, provided competitive opposition for the warmup. The 2-2 scoreline suggested an open, attacking contest, but the competitive edge eventually spilled over.

The confrontation between Scott and Antony escalated to the point where the match official judged neither player could continue.

Bournemouth's Alex Scott and Real Betis' Antony are sent off after a confrontation during a friendly match in Seville.

Scott, a midfielder who joined Bournemouth from Bristol City, will want to put the incident behind him as Iraola looks to sharpen his creative options before the season starts. Antony, the Brazilian forward who moved to Betis from Manchester United, is already under scrutiny for his form and relevance at the club. A red card adds fresh headlines at an inconvenient moment.

The 2-2 draw meant both sides scored twice, but the attacking display was overshadowed by the disciplinary lapse. A red card in a pre-season friendly carries no formal suspension into domestic competition unless the sending-off is reported to and upheld by the relevant association.

Bournemouth return to England with a draw and two goals but a blemish they could have done without. Betis hosted and entertained but lost Antony to the stands. Both managers are expected to address the incident privately. Iraola and Pellegrini will want their players focused when their respective leagues begin in August.