Real Betis Balompié is set for a high-stakes clash against Real Madrid this Friday at La Cartuja, a match where the historical home record shows near-perfect balance. The Verdiblancos, currently sitting seventh in La Liga with 6 points, are aiming for their first home win against Los Blancos in exactly one year.
Data compiled by Mundo Deportivo shows Betis has played 71 official home matches against Real Madrid throughout their history. The record reflects absolute parity: 25 wins for Betis, 20 draws, and 26 defeats. This Friday's fixture, corresponding to the fourth matchday of La Liga EA Sports, promises to add a new chapter to this century-old rivalry.
When was Betis's last home win?
The last time Real Betis Balompié defeated Real Madrid in Seville was in September 2025. In that match, the team managed by Manuel Pellegrini came from behind after an early goal from Brahim Díaz. Johnny Cardoso and Isco were the scorers who turned the game around for a 2-1 victory. That win was especially significant as it broke a streak and marked the fifth time Betis had beaten Madrid at home in their visits during the 21st century.
The immediate precedent to that success dates back to March 2020, also a 2-1 win. On that occasion, a late goal from Tello decided the match. Looking further back, other memorable triumphs include the 3-1 in the 2001/02 season with goals from Gastón Casas, Capi and Joaquín, the 2-1 in 2007/08 with strikes from Edu and Mark González, and the narrow 1-0 in 2012/13 scored by Beñat.
What is the context from the last meeting?
In last season's duel in Seville, Betis managed to rescue a point in stoppage time. Héctor Bellerín was the hero of the day, equalizing after a goal from Vinícius Júnior. That draw demonstrated the team's capacity to react, a trait Pellegrini will want to display again. The Betic squad arrives at this match having scored 4 goals and conceded 5, giving them a -1 goal difference.
However, the team faces this challenge with several key absences. According to the latest medical report, the players D. Conde, G. Lo Celso, J. Morante, G. Petit and A. Ruibal are currently sidelined. This situation will force the Chilean coach to find solutions within a squad aiming to stay in the upper part of the standings.
What does this match mean for the season?
This clash against second-placed Real Madrid represents an early litmus test. A victory would allow Betis to close the gap on the leaders, as they currently trail Barcelona by three points. Every point counts in the fight for European spots, and a win against a giant always provides a massive morale boost.
The venue, La Cartuja Stadium, will host a duel that always generates great expectation. Fans can check all the details of the schedule on our fixtures page. The match is scheduled for Friday, September 4, 2026, kicking off a league matchday full of excitement.
