Real Betis Balompié faces a tough challenge this Sunday, February 8, 2026, against Atlético de Madrid at the Riyadh Air Metropolitano in LaLiga Matchday 23. Manuel Pellegrini’s side arrives after a heavy 5-0 Copa del Rey defeat to the same opponent at La Cartuja, where the rojiblancos dominated with goals from Julián Álvarez (2), Ángel Correa, and Robin Le Normand.
What’s at stake for Betis?
The green-and-white team sits fifth in the LaLiga table with 46 points (11 wins, 13 draws, 7 losses from 31 games), 33 points behind leaders Barcelona. With 45 goals scored and 38 conceded, Betis aims to secure a UEFA Europa League spot. Their last league outing saw them beat Valencia 2-1.
How is Atlético de Madrid arriving?
The colchoneros are in high spirits after their 5-0 Copa del Rey win, where new signings Lookman, Mendoza, and Vargas made their debuts. Additionally, in their last meeting at the Metropolitano (Matchday 37 of the 2024/25 season), Atlético won convincingly.
Where and when to watch the match?
The game kicks off on Sunday, February 8, 2026, at 18:30 CEST at the Riyadh Air Metropolitano. It will be broadcast live on M+ LaLiga in Spain, with live commentary and stats available on Atlético de Madrid’s website.
