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Rayo Vallecano winger Bebe scored a sensational free-kick in his team's Copa del Rey semi-final against Real Betis on Thursday evening.

Many will remember the Portuguese ace from his underwhelming four-year spell at Manchester United, making just two Premier League appearances.

Bebe's effort against Betis was around 30 yards out, hitting a knuckleball into the top corner before running over to celebrate with the travelling Vallecano fans.

His technique was similar to the one championed by compatriot and United icon Cristiano Ronaldo during his first spell at Old Trafford.

Bebe's goal levelled the tie 2-2 on aggregate with just 10 minutes left to play, but a last-gasp strike from Borja Iglesias snatched the win for Betis.

The victors will meet Valencia - who defeated Athletic Bilbao in their semi-final - in April's showpiece event at the Estadio La Cartuja in Sevilla.

Bebe was signed by legendary United manager Sir Alex Ferguson as a 20-year-old in August 2010, reportedly spending £7.4million on the emerging talent.

Reports at the time suggested he was recommended by