Looking forward to their sixth straight competitive win, Real Madrid can also go three points clear atop La Liga standings when they travel to Benito Villamarin to take on Real Betis on Saturday.
After beating Granada 2-0 in their previous league outing Carlo Ancelotti's men have 38 points, which is the same as second-placed Girona.
Meanwhile, Betis will be aiming to climb into the top six in La Liga, following a 2-1 victory against Villanovense in Copa del Rey in midweek.
Here GOAL brings you everything you need to know about how to watch, including TV channel, streaming details and more.
Real Betis vs Real Madrid kick-off time & stadium
| Date: | December 9, 2023 |
| Kick-off time: | 10:15 am EDT |
| Venue: | Benito Villamarin |
La Liga match between Real Betis and Real Madrid will be played at the Benito Villamarin Stadium in Seville, Spain.
It will kick off at 10:15 am EDT on December 9 in the United States (US).
How to watch Real Betis vs Real Madrid online - TV channels & live streams
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 | ESPN Deportes | Watch here |
In the US, the game is available to watch on ESPN+, Fubo and ESPN Deportes.
Fans who are unable to watch the game can follow the live updates on GOAL.
Team news & squads
Real Betis team news
Fitness problems would deem all of Nabil Fekir, William Carvalho, Claudio Bravo, Youssouf Sabaly and Marc Bartra ineligible for the tie, while Rodri is doubtful on account of a muscular problem.
In addition, Hector Bellerin is suspended after the defender was sent off in the goalless draw with Almeria in their last league game.
Expected changes from the cup game should see the likes of Marc Roca, Assane Diao, Aitor Ruibal and Abner back in contention from the first whistle.
Real Betis possible XI: Silva; Ruibal, Pezzella, Riad, Abner; Rodriguez, Roca; Diao, Isco, Perez; Willian Jose.
| Position | Players |
|---|---|
| Goalkeepers: | Silva |
| Defenders: | Pezzella, Riad, Papastathopoulos, Miranda, Abner |
| Midfielders: | Rodriguez, Roca, Altimira, Guardado, Sanchez, Isco, Diao |
| Forwards: | Ezzalzouli, Iglesias, Perez, Henrique, Willian Jose, Juan Cruz, Ruibal |
Real Madrid team news
Luka Modric was spotted back in training after recovering from a thigh problem, suggesting the Croat's likely return to the XI.
Kepa Arrizabalaga is also expected back following a muscular issue, but all of Vinicius Jr, Eduardo Camavinga, Arda Guler, Aurelien Tchouameni, Eder Militao and Thibaut Courtois are set to remain sidelined through injuries here.
Moreover, Dani Carvajal is ruled out for the rest of the calendar year with a calf issue.
Owing to a good run of late, Brahim Diaz may get the nod over Joselu - especially in the event Modric starts.
Real Madrid possible XI: Kepa; Vazquez, Rudiger, Alaba, Mendy; Valverde, Kroos, Modric; Bellingham; Rodrygo, Brahim.
| Position | Players |
|---|---|
| Goalkeepers: | Kepa, Lunin |
| Defenders: | Alaba, Rudiger, Nacho, Mendy, Garcia, Vazquez |
| Midfielders: | Valverde, Kroos, Ceballos, Modric, Bellingham |
| Forwards: | Rodrygo, Joselu, Brahim |
Head-to-Head Record
The following is the head-to-head record of the last five meetings between Real Betis and Real Madrid across all competitions.
| Date | Match | Competition |
|---|---|---|
| March 5, 2023 | Real Betis 0-0 Real Madrid | La Liga |
| September 3, 2022 | Real Madrid 2-1 Real Betis | La Liga |
| May 20, 2022 | Real Madrid 0-0 Real Betis | La Liga |
| August 28, 2021 | Real Betis 0-1 Real Madrid | La Liga |
| April 24, 2021 | Real Madrid 0-0 Real Betis | La Liga |