Real Madrid drew 1-1 with Real Betis on April 24, 2026. The match took place at Estadio de La Cartuja. Héctor Bellerín’s last-minute equalizer cost Madrid crucial points in their title chase.
Vinícius Júnior opened the scoring for Real Madrid in the 17th minute. He capitalized on a mistake from Real Betis goalkeeper Álvaro Valles, who spilled a save right into Vinícius’s path.
But as the match approached its end, Real Madrid seemed poised to secure all three points. Just when it looked like they had it in the bag, Bellerín struck in the 94th minute.
This late goal dashed Madrid’s hopes of taking full advantage in the La Liga title race. They are now eight points behind Barcelona, who currently lead the standings.
As of midday Tuesday, observers noted that Real Madrid has won only one of their last six matches across all competitions. Their recent form raises questions about their ability to compete for the title.
In terms of possession, Real Betis controlled 52% of the game and registered 19 total shots compared to Real Madrid’s 12. Despite having more shots on target—eight to four—Madrid could not secure victory.
The draw leaves fans and analysts alike wondering how this result will affect their remaining matches. With only five games left, every point counts.
This match underscores the competitive nature of La Liga this season, especially with stars like Kylian Mbappé and Jude Bellingham making headlines elsewhere. The pressure is on as teams vie for supremacy.
