Real Madrid will take on Real Betis at Santiago Bernabéu Stadium on Sunday, aiming to start 2026 positively and pursue their La Liga goals.
Real Madrid will benefit from having the most clean sheets in the league.
Xabi Alonso’s team ended 2025 on a high note with three consecutive wins, concluding the year with a 2-0 victory against Sevilla on December 20. They are currently in second place with 42 points from 18 matches, seven points behind Barcelona, but with one game in hand.
Real Madrid team news
The team faces a significant challenge as Kylian Mbappé is out with a knee sprain from training. Alonso mentioned that the timeline for his return is uncertain, as efforts are being made to speed up his recovery.
Mbappé, who scored 18 goals in 18 league matches this season, will miss the game against Betis. Madrid is also without Dani Carvajal (knee), Trent Alexander-Arnold (thigh), Éder Militão (hamstring), and Brahim Díaz (AFCON duty). Dean Huijsen is a doubt after missing Saturday’s training due to knee problems, and Alonso is being cautious. Federico Valverde is also uncertain due to overload issues.
Despite these injuries, Vinícius Júnior and Jude Bellingham are available. Alonso stated that the club will keep an eye on the January transfer market to enhance their squad.
Real Madrid predicted lineup
Possible Real Madrid starting XI: Courtois; Valverde, Huijsen, Rudiger, Carreras; Bellingham, Tchouameni, Guler; Rodrygo, G Garcia, Vinicius.
When will the match kick off?
The match is scheduled to begin at 3:15pm BST on Sunday, January 4.
How to watch Real Madrid vs Real Betis?
Viewers in the UK can watch the match live on Premier Sports 1.
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