Real Betis Balompié faced Real Madrid on September 4th at the La Cartuja Stadium in Seville, a La Liga match scheduled for 21:00 CEST. The clash, originally covered by the outlet Managing Madrid, came just days after the Verdiblancos suffered a heavy 5-2 defeat to Levante, a result that tested the team's home strength.
Pellegrini's side lined up with Valles; Bellerín, Diego Llorente, Natan, Fran García; Facundo, Fornals; Antony, Isco, Riquelme; and Cucho. The Chilean manager trusted this eleven to try and stop the Madrid giants in a stadium that has been a fortress for Betis. The prior loss to Levante, however, cast a shadow over the squad's confidence.
How does Betis approach these big matches?
Real Betis Balompié's current situation in the league table is positive. As of September 7, 2026, the club sits third in La Liga with 9 points, from 3 wins, 0 draws, and 1 loss in their first four games. Their recent form is WLWW, showing an immediate ability to bounce back from a setback. Their goal difference is even, with 5 scored and 5 conceded. These figures, available on our standings page, reflect a solid start to the season that provides context for the Madrid match.
Where could you watch the Betis vs Madrid match?
For fans following the clash, the broadcast options were clear. In Spain, the match was aired via DAZN La Liga. For audiences in the United States, the coverage was available on ESPN+ and also on ESPN Deportes, catering to both English and Spanish-speaking supporters. This wide coverage ensured the meeting between two of the competition's most popular clubs reached a global audience.
What's next for Real Betis?
The team's and its supporters' focus now turns to the next fixture on the official calendar. Real Betis Balompié will travel on September 14th to face Villarreal, who currently sit 16th in the table. This away match represents another challenge in an intense early phase of the league. The squad, whose full details can be checked on the squad page, will need to show the consistency that has taken them to the higher reaches of the standings. Performance in the upcoming games, which you can track on our fixtures schedule, will be key to maintaining this positive momentum.
