Real Betis vs Real Madrid prediction 04.09.2026 | La Liga

Real Betis had an amazing last season, finishing 5th and securing the Champions League after more than two decades. However, the Andalusian team might have problems playing on multiple fronts, given that they failed to improve the team's depth. So, these early games are especially important for them.

After a great start and two 1:0 wins over Real Sociedad and Valencia, Heliopolitans got absolutely demolished by Levante, losing 5:2. After the game, coach Manuel Pellegrini spoke to the media. He said it was an absolutely negative performance, especially on defense. The coach said that the individual mistakes eventually led to such a result. 

The team should have no new injuries, but the ones who missed the previous matches due to injuries should remain sidelined - Aitor Ruibal, Gonzalo Petit, Jose Morante, Giovani Lo Celso, and backup goalkeeper Diego Conde. 

After finishing the last season trophyless, Real Madrid made significant changes, strengthening the squad and bringing in coach Jose Mourinho. Even though it is still early in the season, it seemed like the right move, as Los Blancos have won all three games thus far with a 10:2 goal difference. However, they faced teams that finished 10th or worse last season. The road match against Real Betis will be their biggest test of the season, and it will be interesting to see whether they can deliver. 

After a 4:0 win over Malaga, coach Jose Mourinho spoke to the media. He praised the first-half performance, when they pretty much decided the match by going up 3:0. The coach was particularly impressed by Jude Bellingham and hinted that he will give him more freedom and reduce his defensive responsibilities. 

Coach Mourinho should have a similar squad. While there are no new injuries, seven players who missed all three games this season should remain sidelined - Asencio, Militao, Endrick, Mendy, Thiago Pitarch, Rodrygo, and Tchouameni.