On September 1, 2024, Real Madrid will host Real Betis at the iconic Santiago Bernabéu Stadium in what promises to be a thrilling La Liga encounter.
As both teams look to establish their positions early in the season, this match holds importance for their respective ambitions.
Real Madrid aims to build on their strong start, while Real Betis seeks to find their rhythm after a series of draws.
Match Preview
Real Madrid has kicked off the new season with impressive performances, carrying momentum from their successful campaign last year.
After defeating Atalanta in the UEFA Super Cup, where Kylian Mbappe marked his arrival with a goal, Los Blancos faced Mallorca in their first La Liga fixture, resulting in a 1-1 draw.
Despite Mendy’s red card, Rodrygo managed to score, showcasing the team’s resilience.
Real Madrid then bounced back with a commanding 3-0 victory over Valladolid, thanks to a first-half goal from Federico Valverde and contributions from Brahim Diaz and Felipe.
Despite a recent friendly loss to Barcelona, Madrid’s overall form suggests they are well-prepared for another title challenge, although Mbappe is still searching for his first league goal.
In contrast, Real Betis comes into this match with a mixed bag of results.
They have recently secured a place in the UEFA Conference League by comfortably defeating Kryvbas Krivoy with a 5-0 aggregate score.
However, in La Liga, Betis has struggled to find their footing, managing only two draws so far—1-1 against Girona and 0-0 against Deportivo Alaves.
Barta’s goal against Girona offered a glimpse of potential, but the team is yet to secure a league victory this season.
Head to Head
The head-to-head record between Real Madrid and Real Betis has been relatively balanced in recent times, with the last three encounters ending in draws (0-0, 1-1, and 0-0).
Historically, Real Madrid has an edge, having won once and seeing four matches end in stalemate.
This trend suggests that while Madrid has been dominant in the league, Betis has proven to be a resilient opponent.
Team News
Real Madrid will face some challenges with injuries to key players, as David Alaba, Vallejo, Eduardo Camavinga, and Jude Bellingham are all unavailable for selection.
Their absence could impact the squad’s depth but also presents an opportunity for other players to step up.
Real Betis will also be missing key players, including Isco and Cedric Bakambu, due to injuries.
Prediction
Given Real Madrid’s strong start to the season and their historical advantage over Real Betis, we predict a victory for the home side.
However, considering Betis’s defensive capabilities and the recent trend of low-scoring encounters between the two teams, we anticipate a closely contested match that may not see an abundance of goals.
- Score Prediction: Real Madrid 2-0 Real Betis
Betting Tips
Real Madrid to Win: Betting on a Real Madrid victory is a solid choice given their form and home advantage.
Under 2.5 Goals: Considering the recent trend of low-scoring matches between these teams, placing a bet on under 2.5 total goals could offer favorable odds.
Both Teams to Score – No: With both teams struggling with injuries, betting that only Real Madrid will score might be a wise strategy.
Kylian Mbappe to Score Anytime: As Mbappe looks to find his footing in the league, betting on him to score could yield positive returns.