Stadium
Estadio Santiago Bernabeu
Madrid, Spain
Referee
Alejandro José Hernández Hernández
HOME FORMATION
4-3-3
AWAY FORMATION
4-2-3-1
Lineups
Real Madrid - 4-3-3
Real Betis - 4-2-3-1
Match Preview: Real Madrid vs Real Betis
Real Madrid return to home soil to face Real Betis at 4:15 PM Jan 4, 2026 in what could be a turning point in their LaLiga campaign.
Real Madrid enter this contest riding a strong wave of form, with 3 wins from their last 5 matches. Real Betis have been relatively steady, taking 2 victories in recent outings.
Historically, Real Madrid hold the edge with 4 wins to Real Betis's 1 in 10 meetings. 5 of those have ended in draws. Their most recent meeting saw Real Betis came out on top 1-2.
Expect Real Madrid to control midfield with their 4-3-3 formation, while Real Betis aim to absorb and counter in their 4-2-3-1.
Expect a tight, tactical affair. Real Madrid may hold the edge at Estadio Santiago Bernabeu, but Real Betis's quality on the break shouldn't be underestimated.