Real betis vs real madrid

By Vikram Nair / 25.04.2026

Real Betis faced Real Madrid at Estadio de la Cartuja on April 24, 2026. The match had significant implications for La Liga. Real Madrid aimed to secure points in their title chase. They started strong with Vinicius Junior scoring first, marking his 19th goal of the season across all competitions.

But the game took a dramatic turn in stoppage time. Hector Bellerin scored a late equalizer for Real Betis. His goal snatched a point for the home team and dashed Real Madrid’s title ambitions. The match ended in a 1-1 draw, leaving Madrid second in La Liga with 73 points.

Real Betis now sits fifth with 49 points. Kylian Mbappe, another key player for Madrid, has netted 24 goals this season. However, his efforts were not enough to secure a win against a resilient Betis side.

Observers noted that this draw could be pivotal for the title race. “This was a match Madrid really should not have lost,” said one commentator. Another remarked, “It looks likely to be the day Barca retain their title.” Real Madrid’s goal differential remains impressive at +37, but they face challenges ahead.

The outcome raises questions about their future matches. Officials have not confirmed how this result will affect their remaining fixtures. Fans will watch closely as the season progresses.