Real Madrid Suffered a Heavy Defeat at the Hands of a Former Coach and Player
Isko demonstrated that Real Madrid let him go too easily, Photo: REUTERS
Real Madrid faced a setback in Seville as Betis proved to be a tougher opponent than the world champions, losing 2:1 in the 26th round of La Liga.
The match started on a high note for Real, taking the lead in the 10th minute with a goal from Braim Dias. However, the hosts took advantage of the absences of the suspended Jude Bellingham and the injured Fede Valverde.
Betis gained dominance in the midfield, with former Real player Isco shining and providing an assist to Johnny Cardoso for the equalizing goal in the 34th minute.
Not intimidated by the prospect of victory, Betis maintained their momentum and earned a penalty, which Isco successfully converted in the 54th minute, sealing the final score.
In an interesting twist, former Real Madrid coach Manuel Pellegrini finally triumphed in his 10th attempt against Carlo Ancelotti’s squad, which had previously secured five wins and four draws against Betis.
Betis is showing ambition, reaching the finals of the Conference League and securing a spot in the European Cup zone in La Liga with their third consecutive win.
In the aftermath of the defeat, Real Madrid remains at 54 points, tied with Barcelona but holding a game in hand. Atletico, also with a game in hand, trails the elite Spanish clubs by just one point.
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