"We're upset about something that others would celebrate"

Brais Mendez sent Real Sociedad ahead early on against Betis with a perfectly-placed free-kick as they secured sixth place. Manuel Pellegrini's side, shorn of key injured midfielders Isco and Guido Rodriguez, battled hard to level but Mikel Merino doubled the visitors' lead shortly before half-time.

Alex Remiro saved Ez Abde's penalty to keep Betis at arm's length and Ayoze Perez had a goal disallowed for the hosts, who will play in the Conference League next season.

"We have a bittersweet feeling that we missed out on the Europa League but we are still in Europe. Being upset about seventh place is a sign of growth. It's positive to be upset about something that others would celebrate," Bellerin told reporters.

When asked for a grade for Betis' season, he was clear: "Approved because we have achieved our objective, this has really been a year with a lot of changes but the team has given its best. The aim is to keep improving and work to make next year even better," he concluded.