Real Madrid's next test in the 2021/22 LaLiga Santander season is a trip to Real Betis on Sunday evening as Los Blancos looks to get back to winning ways.
Things seemed comfortable for Real Madrid against Levante last time out, but had to come from behind to eventually secure a 3-3 draw on Matchday 2 of the LaLiga Santander season. The match against Betis kicks off at 22:00 CEST and we'll be covering the build-up and the game itself on this live blog.
Betis vs Real Madrid LIVE - Latest updates
Our Betis vs Real Madrid live blog starts here, with the team news as soon as it's out and then minute-by-minute updates from the game itself. Remember, the updates nearest the top are the most recent ones.
Ancelotti wants a better defensive performance
"You can't defend with seven or eight in the football of nowadays, as you need to defend with 11," the Real Madrid boss said.
"It's about sacrifice. It's about effort and focus. We have to improve defensively. In attack, we've already been playing well, but it's in defence that we have to improve."
What is Real Madrid's probable XI vs Betis?
Real Madrid started life under Carlos Ancelotti with numerous positives, and the Real Madrid boss is expected to name a similar side to that which drew with Levante. Vinicius Jr and Eden Hazard will likely partner Karim Benzema up top. Meanwhile Isco and Fede Valverde are set to get the nod in midfield, with a central defensive pairing of Eder Militao and David Alaba expected.
What time does Levante vs Real Madrid start?
Given the summer heat, kick off times are a little different to the norm and all matches are taking place in the evening. So, this one is a 22:00 CEST kick off local time, which is 16:00 EDT for those on the USA's east coach and which is 21:00 BST for those in the UK.
wawblmprty
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Anceloti should believe that Isco and Bale are no more same players. Benzema has improved dramatically and these two faded harshly!! Time to sale Isco/Bale/Marcelo/Hazard
u haven't seen isco playing these days
Messi890trilla
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didnt aged well
Real Betis did not take their chances at all the game would have been different
Ameerul24
1
Today Madrid will concede a goal because of their defense
didnt aged well
lubaeilnor
1
it will surely happen again I want to get the live skin real Madrid real betis
OnePunchMan00007
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Anceloti should believe that Isco and Bale are no more same players. Benzema has improved dramatically and these two faded harshly!! Time to sale Isco/Bale/Marcelo/Hazard
vaublopstz
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Will he replace Cr7
Cieabmnuyz
2
a am somali
lupdkmpruz
1
Madrid score them
Camacdeklm
3
we won't mbbape at real madrid
nepdrstz
2
r CR7
AbdulaiYSesay
1
Its real Madrid
yiudentuy
1
humcdklmpy
1
hazard please score for us today.
MN9
1
No Isco please..He hold the ball too much
Canister
1
is already Madrid win
Messi890trilla
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Today Madrid will concede a goal because of their defense
Choppercashie18
3
I trust my team, i know we will win💯
OnePunchMan00007
1
Take Betis lightly and get another draw for sure! Coach must make sure to watch the stats against Betis. They are not to be underestimated!! Take Isco off!!
maoabeios
1
yes he should
CGM
5
Hazard please prove your enemies wrong today.We support you 100%.Just 1 goal
bewbdklntz
2
plz come to Real!It's your real team!Ehy croos and Modric????
abeikumaccarthy
2
vini is more lethal when he comes second half
CGM
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vini should start from bench
im with you when defenders are tired then he can do magic [Crylaugh][Crylaugh]
abeikumaccarthy
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vini should start from bench