Real Madrid looks to return to winning ways this weekend when they take on Real Betis in the La Liga. The match schedules for Saturday at the Benito Villamarin, with kickoff at 11 pm.
Los Blancos picked up four points in their opening two games to sit third on the table. On the other hand, Real Betis boasts two points with two draws against Cadiz and RCD Mallorca.
Manuel Pellegrini enjoyed an impressive 2020-21 campaign, collecting 61 points from 38 matches. It was enough to end the season with a sixth-place finish. Therefore, they prepare for a spell in the Europa League this term.
Despite the high expectations this season, the side has yet to record a win after two matches. It is a difficult start to the season for Real Betis have lost their last five matches against Real Madrid.
On the other hand, Real Madrid opened their campaign with a 4-1 win over Alaves in the opening weekend. The last weekend proved a much entertaining clash against Levante despite being 10-men down. Finally, it ended with a 3-3 draw to share the spoils.
Furthermore, Real Madrid is on course to try to get the signing for Kylian Mbappe. Even though PSG remains hesitant, it looks like Los Blancos will get the French International before the end of the transfer window.
Real Betis vs. Real Madrid Head to Head
Both sides have 25 games against each other, with Real Betis takes five wins while Real Madrid has 14 wins. Here is a look at their previous encounters:
Home
- Real Betis 1-1 Cadiz
- RCD Mallorca 1-1 Real Betis
- Real Betis 5-2 Roma
- Real Betis 1-2 UD Almeria
- Leeds United 2-3 Real Betis
Away
- Levante 3-3 Real Madrid
- Deportivo Alaves 1-4 Real Madrid
- Real Madrid 0-0 Milan
- Rangers 2-1 Real Madrid
- Athletic Club 0-1 Real Madrid
Real Betis Team News
Injury contenders at the camp include Alex Moreno, Sabaly, and Diego Lainez. However, the match comes too soon for Marc Batra, who faces a race for a fitness test. There are no fresh injury concerns picked from their clash with Cadiz.
Real Madrid Team News
Injury contenders at the camp include Toni Kroos, Ferland Mendy, and Dani Carvajal. Luka Modric is a major doubt after picking a thigh injury. Major boosts for Ancelotti include Mariano Diaz and Marcelo.
Prediction and Odds
It is a difficult clash to call since Betis has the power to put up an upset, but we call it a win for Los Blancos.
- Real Madrid Win
- Both Teams to Score
- Goals Over 2.5
