The much-hyped Galacticos 2.0 era hasn't quite kicked off in the manner many Los Blancos fans will have been expecting. Real's star-studded line up come into this match 7 points behind rivals and current league leaders Barcelona, having dropped points against Mallorca and Las Palmas.
Manuel Pellegrini's Betis side have made an unbeaten start to the new campaign, meanwhile, and will have been boosted by a midweek UEFA Europa Conference League play-off win against Ukrainian side Kryvbas.
Real Madrid take on Real Betis at the Santiago Bernabéu on Sunday, Sept. 1. Kickoff is set for 9:30 p.m. CEST local time, making it a 3:30 p.m. ET and 12:30 p.m. PT start in the US; a 8:30 p.m. start in the UK and a 5:30 a.m. AEST kickoff in Australia on Monday.
Below, we'll outline the best live TV streaming services to use to watch the game as it happens, wherever you are in the world.
It’s safe to say that defending La Liga champions and Champions League titleholders Real Madrid have struggled to impress in the early stages of the new season.
The signing of Kylian Mbappe was meant to send a strong message, but he has yet to make an impact, failing to contribute to a goal in his first three La Liga outings for Los Merengues.
Madrid began their campaign with a 1-1 draw at Mallorca and followed that up with another 1-1 draw at Las Palmas on Thursday, although they did secure a 3-0 home victory against Real Valladolid in between those two results.
Los Verdiblancos, on the other hand, struggled mightily in their last matchup with Alaves, which resulted in a scoreless stalemate. The visitors are still hunting for their first La Liga win of the season after drawing their opening two league games.
How to Watch Real Madrid vs. Real Betis: Live Stream & TV Channels
The Sporting News looks at the key details ahead of this game, including how to watch the match, kickoff times, and the latest lineup news.
Here's how to watch this La Liga match in the US:
This La Liga clash takes place at Santiago Bernabéu in Madrid, Spain, and kicks off on Sunday, September 1 at 9:30 p.m. local time (CET).
Here's how that time translates across US:
- ET: 3:30 p.m.
- PT: 12:30 p.m.
Real Madrid Team News
David Alaba is also recovering from an anterior cruciate ligament injury, while Eduardo Camavinga is nursing a knee issue picked up before the UEFA Super Cup.
Defender Jesus Vallejo remains uncertain for Sunday’s game, having missed the last two matches due to injury. Following some squad rotations in midweek, Los Blancos boss Carlo Ancelotti might bring Dani Carvajal, Arda Güler, and Rodrygo back into the lineup.
Real Madrid predicted XI (4-2-3-1, right to left): Courtois (GK) — Carvajal, Militao, Rudiger, Mendy — Valverde, Tchouameni — Rodrygo, Guler, Vinicius — Mbappe.
Injured: Alaba, Bellingham, Camavinga, Vallejo Suspended: N/A
Real Betis Team News
Real Betis are likely to be without Nobel Mendy, Cedric Bakambu, and former Real Madrid playmaker Isco for their upcoming match. Defender Marc Bartra, who missed Thursday's European game, is doubtful about Sunday's visit to the Santiago Bernabeu.
Chimy Ávila was also absent midweek due to illness but is expected to recover in time to start. However, Betis will be without attacker Nabil Fekir, who has recently transferred to UAE side Al-Jazira Club.
Real Betis predicted XI (4-2-3-1, right to left): Silva (GK) — Sabaly, Llorente, Natan, Perraud — Carvalho, Roca — Fornals, Ruibal, Ezzalzouli — Chimy.
Injured: N/A Suspended: N/A
Real Madrid vs. Real Betis: Prediction
Real Madrid are the likely favorites in this match, especially as they look to bounce back following the recent draw with Las Palmas. A loss to Real Betis at the Santiago Bernabeu would be a major setback for the former La Liga champions.
Despite their current form, Betis may struggle to defeat Carlo Ancelotti's team, especially after drawing their last two league games.
Prediction: Real Madrid 2-1 Real Betis
Real Madrid vs. Real Betis: How to Watch, Stream & Kickoff Time
Date: 09/01/2024
Time: 21:30CET, 03:30am EST.
Venue: Estadio Santiago Bernabeu, Madrid, Spain.
Available TV: Movistar La Liga, ABC
Available Streaming: ESPN+
Additional Details About Real Madrid vs. Real Betis:
- Real Madrid's predicted XI suggests a 4-2-3-1 formation, with Courtois in goal, Carvajal, Militao, Rudiger, and Mendy in defense, Valverde and Tchouameni in midfield, Rodrygo, Guler, Vinicius in attack, and Mbappe leading the line.
- Real Betis is likely to field a 4-2-3-1 as well, with Silva in goal, Sabaly, Llorente, Natan, and Perraud in defense, Carvalho and Roca in midfield, Fornals, Ruibal, and Ezzalzouli in attack, and Chimy leading the line.
- Real Madrid will be without Bellingham, Alaba, and Camavinga due to injuries, while Vallejo is a doubt.
- Real Betis will be without Mendy, Bakambu, and Isco due to injuries, while Bartra is a doubt. Fekir has transferred to Al-Jazira Club.
- The match will be available on ESPN+ for streaming in the US.
- The match will be played at the Santiago Bernabeu in Madrid, Spain, and kicks off at 9:30 p.m. local time (CET) on Sunday, September 1st.
- The match is expected to be a close one, with Real Madrid favored to win.
Conclusion
The upcoming Real Madrid vs. Real Betis matchup promises to be an exciting clash in La Liga. With Real Madrid needing a win to regain their momentum and Real Betis looking to secure their first win of the season, this game has all the makings of a captivating encounter. Be sure to tune in to catch all the action on ESPN+!
