Real Betis 1-1 Real Madrid (Dec 9, 2023) Game Analysis

A shocking aim from Real Betis’s Aitor Ruibal cancelled out Jude Bellingham’s strike for Real Madrid early within the second half to earn the house aspect a 1-1 attract LaLiga on Saturday.

Real Madrid stay prime of the desk with 39 factors, one forward of Girona, who face third-placed Barcelona on Sunday.

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“It was an even game, well played by both sides. We conceded a goal when we had the game under control but the result was fair,” Madrid supervisor Carlo Ancelotti instructed a information convention.

“Given the effort Betis made, they didn’t deserve to lose. The result is good. We’re happy because it’s a tough stadium. They scored a fantastic goal. I am satisfied; you can’t win every match.”

Bellingham gave the guests the lead with a positive low end following Brahim Díaz’s good chipped move on the sting of the field eight minutes after halftime.

The England midfielder’s aim was his fifteenth in 17 video games throughout all competitions this season.

Betis bounced again within the 66th minute when Ruibal equalised with a long-range rocket into the far nook after a move from Willian José on a quick break.

“I don’t even have the strength to speak. We stood up to one of the best teams in the world. We’re happy with the point,” Ruibal instructed Movistar.

“I didn’t think about the goal. My family always tell me that I have to shoot more. That’s what confidence is all about.”

Isco went shut for Betis towards his former crew proper on the 90-minute mark however his header hit the put up, a lot to Madrid’s aid.

Real Madrid journey to Union Berlin on Tuesday within the closing spherical of the Champions League group stage, having already secured qualification to the knockout levels and the highest spot in Group C.