Real Betis Balompié will face Real Madrid in matchday 26 on Saturday, March 1 at 18:30 hours.

What happened?

The match was initially scheduled for Sunday, March 2 at 16:15 hours, but Javier Tebas decided to change the schedule to equalize the rest time of the whites with Atlético de Madrid in the Champions League quarterfinals.

Why is it important for Real Betis Balompié?

This schedule change also benefits the Andalusians, as they must play the quarterfinals of the Conference League and will now have an extra day to rest and prepare for the first leg of this elimination.

What's next?

Real Madrid will play the first leg of the Copa del Rey semifinals against Real Sociedad on Wednesday at the Reale Arena, and then travel to Seville to face Real Betis Balompié.

TeamDateTime
Real Betis Balompié - Real MadridSaturday, March 118:30 hours
Real Madrid - Atlético de MadridTuesday, March 4-

What does it mean for the League?

The Liga has moved the Real Betis Balompié and Real Madrid match to Saturday so that the three teams alive in the top continental competition can play on Saturday.