Real Madrid head into their La Liga clash with Real Betis on January 4 sitting comfortably in the upper echelons of the table, second in the division with 42 points and displaying solid recent form.

Across their last six outings, Los Blancos have picked up four wins, showing an ability to score consistently while maintaining a reasonably tight defence, conceding just seven goals in their last ten matches and finding the net 17 times in that span.

Their home record over the longer term remains formidable, with a strong unbeaten run at the Santiago Bernabéu, though recent league results have dipped at times as they seek to regain momentum in the title race.

Real Betis arrive in Madrid positioned around mid-table with 28 points, sixth in La Liga, and boasting encouraging form of their own.

In their most recent matches, Betis have been hard to beat, undefeated in their last four league outings, winning four of their past six, while scoring at a healthy rate and showing resilience, particularly away from home.

This clash therefore pits a side with genuine ambitions near the top of the standings against a Betis outfit riding a wave of confidence, setting the stage for a competitive encounter shaped by contrasting recent runs of form and league positions.

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What time does Real Madrid vs Real Betis start?

Real Madrid vs Real Betis kicks off at the Santiago Bernabéu on January 4, 2026, with a scheduled start time of 16:15 CET local time.

That means a 15:15 kick-off for viewers in Britain and Ireland. In the United States, the match will get underway at 10:15 ET / 07:15 PT.

Where to watch Real Madrid vs Real Betis

Real Madrid vs Real Betis will be shown live on LaLiga TV, Premier Sports Player, fuboTV, and ESPN Select.