**Group G Recap: UEFA Europa League 2026**
**Final Group G Standings**
1. **Real Betis (SPA)** – 6 played, **4W 1D 1L**, GF 12, GA 9, **+3 GD, 13 pts** → **Group Winners** 2. **Hannover 96 (GER)** – 6 played, **2W 2D 2L**, GF 13, GA 10, **+3 GD, 8 pts** → Advance to knockout stage 3. **Aston Villa (UK)** – 6 played, **2W 2D 2L**, GF 10, GA 13, **-3 GD, 8 pts** 4. **FC Porto (POR)** – 6 played, **1W 1D 4L**, GF 5, GA 18, **-13 GD, 4 pts**
### Real Betis’ Strong CampaignReal Betis were the clear group winners, securing top spot with 13 points and only one defeat. They demonstrated excellent consistency and clinical finishing, particularly in key matches against stronger opponents.
**Key Betis Results:**- **2-1** away win vs Hannover 96- **2-4** loss vs Aston Villa (away)- **2-1** home win vs Hannover 96- **3-2** home win vs Aston Villa- **0-2** away win vs FC Porto (final matchday)- Solid 1-1 draw vs Porto
### Battle for Second PlaceHannover 96 and Aston Villa both finished on 8 points in a very tight contest. Hannover advanced thanks to a superior goal difference (+3 vs -3).
- **Hannover 96** had a solid campaign with impressive scoring (13 goals) including a 5-0 thrashing of Porto and competitive results against the top sides.- **Aston Villa** showed strong moments, notably a 4-2 win over Betis and a 4-0 demolition of Porto early on, but dropped too many points in draws.- **FC Porto** had a disappointing group stage, winning only once and suffering heavy defeats, especially at home.
### Standout Matches- **Biggest Win**: Aston Villa 4-0 FC Porto & Hannover 96 5-0 FC Porto- **High-Scoring Thriller**: Aston Villa 4-2 Real Betis- **Key Result**: Real Betis 3-2 Aston Villa- Multiple tight 1- or 2-goal games
### SummaryGroup G was won convincingly by **Real Betis**, who advanced as strong contenders. Hannover 96 edged out Aston Villa for second place on goal difference in a tense battle. Porto struggled throughout and finished bottom.
The group featured competitive football and several high-scoring matches, with a total of around 40 goals across the 12 fixtures. Real Betis and Hannover 96 now progress to the knockout stages with momentum.
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