Real Betis 2–1 Real Madrid: Player Ratings From Los Blancos' Poor Defeat in Sevilla

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·1 March 2025

Real Betis 2–1 Real Madrid: Player Ratings From Los Blancos' Poor Defeat in Sevilla

A lifeless performance against Real Betis ended with Real Madrid dropping points in La Liga for the fourth time in their last five matches.

With no room for error in a tight La Liga race, Real Madrid faced off against an in-form Real Betis side at the Estadio Benito Villamarín. The defending Spanish champions were missing Jude Bellingham, Fede Valverde and Dani Ceballos, but they still got themselves on the scoresheet in the 10th minute. Kylian Mbappé combined with Ferland Mendy to deliver a pinpoint pass to Brahim Díaz, who calmly found the back of the net from a few yards out.

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After going down early, Real Betis grew into the game and got themselves level in the 34th minute. Isco sent in a great ball from the corner flag that found an unmarked Johnny Cardoso for an easy header. Isco continued his great performance against his former club in the second half, giving the hosts a 2–1 lead from the spot.

Real Madrid were lackluster in the final 30 minutes of the game. The midfield was desperately missing Bellingham's creativity and his ability to link up with the forwards. In fact, Carlo Ancelotti's men recorded just two shots on target in 90 minutes, and one was their lone goal. Mbappé, meanwhile, came off in the pitch in the 75th minute without producing a single shot all game.

The door is now wide open for Barcelona to stand alone atop the La Liga standings. Atlético Madrid can also overtake Los Blancos with a victory against Athletic Bilbao, potentially sending Ancelotti's side down to third place.

Check out the player ratings from the match below.