Real Madrid missed the chance to reclaim La Liga’s top spot after suffering a 2-1 defeat to Real Betis at the Benito Villamarín.
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Match Recap:
⚽ 10′ – Brahim Diaz fired Madrid ahead after a brilliant link-up with Mbappe and Mendy.
⚽ 42′ – Johnny Cardoso equalized with a powerful header from Isco’s corner.
⚽ 53′ – Isco (P) converted a penalty, sending Betis ahead after Rodriguez was fouled by Rudiger.
Betis dominated with 18 shots to Madrid’s 8, and despite a late scare when Cucho Hernandez missed a golden chance, Pellegrini’s men held on for a famous win—his first against Madrid in 10 attempts as Betis manager.
📉 Madrid remains second, giving Atletico and Barcelona the chance to widen the title race gap this weekend.
