Manuel Pellegrini retains hope Real Betis can turn around Manchester United tie

Manuel Pellegrini is staying optimistic about Real Betis’ chances against Manchester United (Tim Goode/PA)

Manuel Pellegrini knows Real Betis need to inflict a hiding akin to Manchester United’s humiliation at Liverpool as Erik ten Hag’s side play on the road for the first time since their Anfield annihilation.

Los Verdiblancos are looking to become the second team in Europa League history to overcome a three-goal first-leg deficit to progress.