'Too much' to beat Real and VAR - Pellegrini
The combination of Real Madrid and VAR was too much for Real Betis to contend with in Saturday's 3-2 home defeat, coach Manuel Pellegrini said.
2020 Schedule
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2-0-2, 5th in Spanish Primera División
Moreno: A little VAR,Ramos & Benzema again for Real Madrid (2:05)
Has Zidane created a defensive headache for himself? (1:19)
Real Madrid beat Betis on Sergio Ramos' late VAR penalty
Real Madrid's offensive output continued to sputter as the La Liga champions mustered a 3-2 win against Real Betis on Saturday.
Moreno's advice to Hazard: Buddy...you gotta play! (1:33)
Joaquin interview: Snubbing Chelsea and Mourinho, missing Spain's glory and stories from 20 years in soccer
Joaquin made his first-team debut for Real Betis in 2000 and was always known as a happy, fun-loving winger. He talks to ESPN about his career.
Zidane not interested in new Real Madrid transfers
Real Madrid coach Zinedine Zidane says he does not want to sign any more players before the transfer window shuts, even after his side looked short
Betis record second win under Pellegrini
Real Betis continued their perfect start under new coach Manuel Pellegrini as they beat Real Valladolid 2-0 at home on Sunday.
Diego Costa strike guarantees Atletico UCL spot
Atletico Madrid sealed Champions League qualification by beating Real Betis 1-0 at home on Saturday thanks to a late Diego Costa goal.
VAR denies Real Betis penalty in 1-1 draw at Celta Vigo
Celta Vigo were held to a 1-1 draw by Real Betis at the Balaidos Stadium in La Liga on Saturday after the visitors were denied a penalty.
Soldado levels late in Granada-Betis draw
A flurry of late goals saw Real Betis held to a 2-2 home draw by Granada in La Liga after the visitors took a 29th-minute lead.
Sevilla beat Betis as La Liga returns to action
Sevilla defeated Real Betis 2-0 in La Liga's return to action after a nearly three-month hiatus due to the coronavirus outbreak.
La Liga aiming to resume season June 11
La Liga chief Javier Tebas confirmed that the first match to be played in Spain's top tier will be between Sevilla and Real Betis.
Ex-La Liga chiefs, players jailed for match-fixing
Former Osasuna executive Angel Vizcay was sentenced to eight years and eight months in prison for match-fixing on Friday.
Virtual Seville derby attracts over 60,000 fans
With matches cancelled to stop the spread of the coronavirus, La Liga players Borja Iglesias and Sergio Reguilon found a way to attract 60,000 fans.
Juventus take charge of Serie A title race
We've been waiting all season to see Sarri's impact at Juventus: did we see it on Sunday vs. Inter? PLUS: How Man United deservedly won the derby.
Real Madrid lose grip on La Liga lead with loss
Real Madrid were handed a 2-1 loss at Real Betis, ensuring the capital club remain behind Barcelona in the league standings.
Valencia see off Betis to end losing streak
Valencia restored some pride by beating Real Betis 2-1 at home in La Liga on Saturday to earn their first win in six matches in all competitions.
Messi sets up three goals as Barca beat Betis
Lionel Messi had a trio of assists as Barcelona kept pace with La Liga leaders Real Madrid thanks to a 3-2 win over Real Betis.
Inter complete Eriksen signing from Tottenham
Christian Eriksen has completed a move from Tottenham to Inter Milan, bringing an end to his six-and-a-half year spell with Tottenham.
Atletico go fourth with win away at Betis
Atletico Madrid moved back into the top four in La Liga with a hard-fought 2-1 win at Real Betis on Sunday as they recorded back-to-back league vict
Joaquin nets historic hat trick as Betis beat Bilbao
Real Betis' Joaquin became the oldest player to score a hat trick in La Liga history on Sunday as his side beat Athletic Bilbao 3-1.
Sevilla go fourth after edging derby with Betis
Sevilla took the spoils in a fiercely contested city derby on Sunday, beating Real Betis 2-1 away from home to move up to fourth in La Liga.
Real Madrid frustrated in draw with Betis
Real Madrid passed up the chance to go clear at the top of La Liga after a scoreless, frustrating draw with Real Betis.
Granada win again to top La Liga ahead of Barcelona
Promoted Granada continued their stunning start to the season by climbing above Barcelona to the top of La Liga on Sunday after beating Real Betis 1
2020-21 La Liga Table
| TEAM | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Getafe | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | +4 | 7 |
| Valencia | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | +2 | 7 |
| Real Madrid | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | +2 | 7 |
| Villarreal | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | -1 | 7 |
| Real Betis | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | -1 | 6 |
| Granada | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | -2 | 6 |
| Real Sociedad | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | +2 | 5 |
| Celta Vigo | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | +1 | 5 |
| Atletico Madrid | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | +5 | 4 |
| Barcelona | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | +4 | 3 |
| Sevilla FC | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | +2 | 3 |
| Levante | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| Osasuna | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | -1 | 3 |
| Athletic Bilbao | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | -1 | 3 |
| Cádiz | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | -2 | 3 |
| Huesca | 4 | 0 | 3 | 1 | -2 | 3 |
| Elche | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | -2 | 3 |
| Real Valladolid | 4 | 0 | 2 | 2 | -3 | 2 |
| Eibar | 4 | 0 | 1 | 3 | -3 | 1 |
| Alavés | 4 | 0 | 1 | 3 | -4 | 1 |
2020-21 Team LeadersSpanish Primera División
- Goals
- Assists
RankingsSpanish Primera División
Goal Difference-1Tied-10th
Goals Scored5Tied-3rd
Assists3Tied-4th
Goals Conceded6Tied-18th