10 days ago
Real Madrid will go back top of La Liga if they avoid defeat to Real Betis on Friday, but the goal will be to claim another victory at the start of the 2026-27 season. Jose Mourinho's side have won three from three so far, although the trip to La Cartuja will be their toughest test.
After a slow start in the narrow victory over Espanyol two weeks ago, Real Madrid have built up steam well in the wins against Real Sociedad and Malaga. Eight goals have been scored across those two matches at the Bernabeu, and the challenge will be to continue that goalscoring form in Seville.
Betis' defence can certainly be got at by Real Madrid, but concern will be the midfield battle. Isco is set to start against his former club, and he will be the talismanic figure that Los Verdiblancos look to play everything through, while Marc Cucurella must also shut down Antony if Mouringo's side are to be successful.
Trips to the green-and-white side of Seville have been difficult for Real Madrid in recent years. 2021 (0-1, Dani Carvajal goal) was the last time a Los Blancos side were victorious in an away fixture against Betis, with three draws and a defeat since. Mourinho will be keen to end this unwanted run on Friday, although it will be easier said than done.
The trio of Jude Bellingham, Vinicius Junior and Kylian Mbappe will be Real Madrid's go-tos for this one, and if even two of them are on form at La Cartuja, the chances of the three points returning to the Spanish capital will be high. But it will be just as important to keep things tight in defence too, especially with the quality that Betis have going forward.
#Friday
After a slow start in the narrow victory over Espanyol two weeks ago, Real Madrid have built up steam well in the wins against Real Sociedad and Malaga. Eight goals have been scored across those two matches at the Bernabeu, and the challenge will be to continue that goalscoring form in Seville.
Betis' defence can certainly be got at by Real Madrid, but concern will be the midfield battle. Isco is set to start against his former club, and he will be the talismanic figure that Los Verdiblancos look to play everything through, while Marc Cucurella must also shut down Antony if Mouringo's side are to be successful.
Trips to the green-and-white side of Seville have been difficult for Real Madrid in recent years. 2021 (0-1, Dani Carvajal goal) was the last time a Los Blancos side were victorious in an away fixture against Betis, with three draws and a defeat since. Mourinho will be keen to end this unwanted run on Friday, although it will be easier said than done.
The trio of Jude Bellingham, Vinicius Junior and Kylian Mbappe will be Real Madrid's go-tos for this one, and if even two of them are on form at La Cartuja, the chances of the three points returning to the Spanish capital will be high. But it will be just as important to keep things tight in defence too, especially with the quality that Betis have going forward.
#Friday
10 days ago
Friday, September 4 brings a football-packed day full of major headlines. From the eagerly awaited clash between Real Betis and Real Madrid at La Cartuja to key managerial moves, strategic renewals at FC Barcelona, and an emotional farewell in the Spanish national team, we round up the five main stories setting today's news agenda.
The standout match of the day pits the Verdiblancos against Los Blancos tonight at 21:00 at La Cartuja stadium. Betis are looking to make a statement after their latest stumble, while Madrid want to maintain their perfect run of victories before their European opener.
Carlo Ancelotti visited the Valdebebas facilities to reunite with his former players and watch the team at work. The Italian coach used the visit to wish the new coaching staff good luck in a season that is already approaching the start of Europe's top club competition.
In Barcelona, the absolute priority is securing Hamza Abdelkarim's future. FC Barcelona are working intensively to raise his release clause from €15 million to €150 million, thereby protecting their great attacking gem from the advances of Europe's biggest clubs.
Surprise around the Spanish national team. Marcos Llorente has made public his decision to step away from the national side, a stance he says he had been considering since before the last World Cup. The Atlético de Madrid player bids farewell with 27 caps, two World Cups, and one European Championship behind him.
#real #betis #cartuja #spanish
The standout match of the day pits the Verdiblancos against Los Blancos tonight at 21:00 at La Cartuja stadium. Betis are looking to make a statement after their latest stumble, while Madrid want to maintain their perfect run of victories before their European opener.
Carlo Ancelotti visited the Valdebebas facilities to reunite with his former players and watch the team at work. The Italian coach used the visit to wish the new coaching staff good luck in a season that is already approaching the start of Europe's top club competition.
In Barcelona, the absolute priority is securing Hamza Abdelkarim's future. FC Barcelona are working intensively to raise his release clause from €15 million to €150 million, thereby protecting their great attacking gem from the advances of Europe's biggest clubs.
Surprise around the Spanish national team. Marcos Llorente has made public his decision to step away from the national side, a stance he says he had been considering since before the last World Cup. The Atlético de Madrid player bids farewell with 27 caps, two World Cups, and one European Championship behind him.
#real #betis #cartuja #spanish
10 days ago
Real Madrid boss Jose Mourinho has issued a strong warning to his players as the team braces to face Real Betis on Friday at Estadio de La Cartuja.
'The Special One', who returned for his second stint at Madrid this year in June, is leaving no stone unturned to ensure a strong 2026 La Liga season for Los Blancos. Mourinho isn't letting the team's strong start, having won three out of three games, get into the players' heads, which is why he has already warned his team about the Betis challenge.
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As the team braces for Friday's challenge, Mourinho said in the press conference that it has to be a great Real Madrid otherwise the team won't win. He further lauded the Betis team while acknowledging Madrid's recent good results. He also warned his team that winning at Betis' backyard won't be easy.
"It has to be a great Real Madrid, otherwise, they won't win," Mourinho said. "Betis, as you say, is a very good team. Real Madrid's recent results there speak for themselves . It is difficult to win there. To win, you have to be at your very best level. There is no other way," he concluded.
#real #mourinho #players
'The Special One', who returned for his second stint at Madrid this year in June, is leaving no stone unturned to ensure a strong 2026 La Liga season for Los Blancos. Mourinho isn't letting the team's strong start, having won three out of three games, get into the players' heads, which is why he has already warned his team about the Betis challenge.
Photo by Denis Doyle/Getty Images
As the team braces for Friday's challenge, Mourinho said in the press conference that it has to be a great Real Madrid otherwise the team won't win. He further lauded the Betis team while acknowledging Madrid's recent good results. He also warned his team that winning at Betis' backyard won't be easy.
"It has to be a great Real Madrid, otherwise, they won't win," Mourinho said. "Betis, as you say, is a very good team. Real Madrid's recent results there speak for themselves . It is difficult to win there. To win, you have to be at your very best level. There is no other way," he concluded.
#real #mourinho #players
11 days ago
Real Madrid continued their preparations ahead of Friday's La Liga clash with Real Betis at Estadio La Cartuja.
After three wins in three games, Los Blancos have made a solid start to Jose Mourinho's second spell at the Santiago Bernabeu and will be eager to build on it.
And, the main highlight from today's training session was the presence of youngster Sergio Martinez.
The 19-year-old midfielder joined Real Madrid from Racing Santander on 31 August. And today, he trained with the first team for the first time under Mourinho.
Real Madrid paid around €3 million to sign Martinez, who will initially become a part of the club's reserve team, Castilla.
#martinez #three #team #liga
After three wins in three games, Los Blancos have made a solid start to Jose Mourinho's second spell at the Santiago Bernabeu and will be eager to build on it.
And, the main highlight from today's training session was the presence of youngster Sergio Martinez.
The 19-year-old midfielder joined Real Madrid from Racing Santander on 31 August. And today, he trained with the first team for the first time under Mourinho.
Real Madrid paid around €3 million to sign Martinez, who will initially become a part of the club's reserve team, Castilla.
#martinez #three #team #liga
1 month ago
Franco Mastantuono is on the ground in Italy and was given a rapturous response from the Fiorentina supporters ahead of the formal completion of his loan move from Real Madrid.
Mastantuono is set to join Fiorentina on a season-long loan deal from Real Madrid. This is not expected to include an option to buy and there will not be an automatic extension of the loan in the event of European qualification, despite some reports suggesting that there might be earlier this week.
SEVILLE, SPAIN – APRIL 24: Franco Mastantuono of Real Madrid looks on prior to the LaLiga EA Sports match between Real Betis Balompie and Real Madrid CF at Estadio La Cartuja on April 24, 2026 in Seville, Spain. (Photo by Fran Santiago/Getty Images)
Still, this is an exciting opportunity for Fiorentina to sign the 18-year-old, who already has a full season of LaLiga and Champions League football under his belt. Real Madrid spent €45m to sign him from River Plate last summer.
Real Madird will contribute part of the player's salary during his loan spell in Florence, Gianluca Di Marzio reports.
#mastantuono #loan #seville
Mastantuono is set to join Fiorentina on a season-long loan deal from Real Madrid. This is not expected to include an option to buy and there will not be an automatic extension of the loan in the event of European qualification, despite some reports suggesting that there might be earlier this week.
SEVILLE, SPAIN – APRIL 24: Franco Mastantuono of Real Madrid looks on prior to the LaLiga EA Sports match between Real Betis Balompie and Real Madrid CF at Estadio La Cartuja on April 24, 2026 in Seville, Spain. (Photo by Fran Santiago/Getty Images)
Still, this is an exciting opportunity for Fiorentina to sign the 18-year-old, who already has a full season of LaLiga and Champions League football under his belt. Real Madrid spent €45m to sign him from River Plate last summer.
Real Madird will contribute part of the player's salary during his loan spell in Florence, Gianluca Di Marzio reports.
#mastantuono #loan #seville
1 month ago
Multiple outlets are reporting that Argentine talent Franco Mastantuono is on the verge of completing his loan move to Fiorentina after the Viola struck an agreement on the division of the teenager's salary with his parent club, Real Madrid.
Mastantuono, who will turn 19 next week, is set to join Fabio Grosso's Fiorentina on a season-long loan deal. Despite brief suggestions that the two clubs were exploring the potential inclusion of an option to buy, this will be a straight loan deal and the teenager will return to the Bernabeu in the summer of 2027.
SEVILLE, SPAIN – APRIL 24: Franco Mastantouno of Real Madrid looks on prior to the LaLiga EA Sports match between Real Betis Balompie and Real Madrid CF at Estadio La Cartuja on April 24, 2026 in Seville, Spain. (Photo by Fran Santiago/Getty Images)
Mastantuono had given his go-ahead to joining Fiorentina on Tuesday, and according to Gianluca Di Marzio, the only obstacle to overcome after that was an agreement with Real Madrid on how to share the player's salary.
The two clubs have since reached an agreement on that front as well, and now the 18-year-old is all set to join Fiorentina for the 2026-27 season.
#seville
Mastantuono, who will turn 19 next week, is set to join Fabio Grosso's Fiorentina on a season-long loan deal. Despite brief suggestions that the two clubs were exploring the potential inclusion of an option to buy, this will be a straight loan deal and the teenager will return to the Bernabeu in the summer of 2027.
SEVILLE, SPAIN – APRIL 24: Franco Mastantouno of Real Madrid looks on prior to the LaLiga EA Sports match between Real Betis Balompie and Real Madrid CF at Estadio La Cartuja on April 24, 2026 in Seville, Spain. (Photo by Fran Santiago/Getty Images)
Mastantuono had given his go-ahead to joining Fiorentina on Tuesday, and according to Gianluca Di Marzio, the only obstacle to overcome after that was an agreement with Real Madrid on how to share the player's salary.
The two clubs have since reached an agreement on that front as well, and now the 18-year-old is all set to join Fiorentina for the 2026-27 season.
#seville
3 months ago
In a recent report, Cadena Ser claimed that ****** nal have identified Atletico Madrid forward Julian Alvarez as a target for this summer transfer window. It has been mentioned that the Gunners would have to compete with Barcelona in the race to sign the Argentina international, who prefers a move to the Catalan club this off-season.
Alvarez had another impressive campaign at the Madrid club as he was responsible for putting in a string of productive displays for them in the final third. The 26-year-old scored 20 goals and picked up nine ****** ists in 49 matches for Diego Simeone's side last season across all fronts.
The Argentine talent is currently one of the most feared strikers in La Liga. Thus, the Gunners would do well to bring him to the Emirates Stadium in this summer transfer period.
His current contract with Atletico Madrid will run out in the summer of 2030, which could make it difficult for ****** nal to sign him on a cut-price deal later this year.
SEVILLE, SPAIN – APRIL 18: Julian Alvarez of Atletico de Madrid in action during the Copa del Rey Final match between Atletico de Madrid and Real Sociedad at Estadio de La Cartuja on April 18, 2026 in Seville, Spain. (Photo by Fran Santiago/Getty Images)
Alvarez had another impressive campaign at the Madrid club as he was responsible for putting in a string of productive displays for them in the final third. The 26-year-old scored 20 goals and picked up nine ****** ists in 49 matches for Diego Simeone's side last season across all fronts.
The Argentine talent is currently one of the most feared strikers in La Liga. Thus, the Gunners would do well to bring him to the Emirates Stadium in this summer transfer period.
His current contract with Atletico Madrid will run out in the summer of 2030, which could make it difficult for ****** nal to sign him on a cut-price deal later this year.
SEVILLE, SPAIN – APRIL 18: Julian Alvarez of Atletico de Madrid in action during the Copa del Rey Final match between Atletico de Madrid and Real Sociedad at Estadio de La Cartuja on April 18, 2026 in Seville, Spain. (Photo by Fran Santiago/Getty Images)
