London Marathon 2026: Sabastian Sawe, Tigst Assefa capable of record times in title defenses
London Marathon 2026: Sawe and Assefa could break records in title defenses!
Real Madrid faces Real Betis in La Liga, needing a win to stay in the title race, currently nine points behind Barcelona. With only six games left, every point is crucial for Los Blancos.
Real Madrid team news and predicted lineup vs Real Betis
Real Madrid head to Real Betis in La Liga this evening knowing only a win will be enough to keep them in contention for the title.
Alvaro Arbeloa’s side have fallen nine points adrift of Barcelona in the title race, with just six games to go. Los Blancos are up against it to overhaul their eternal rivals, but will hope to put the pressure on with three points this evening.
Betis are fifth in the table, a position that could deliver Champions League football. Spain currently hold second place in UEFA’s seasonal co-efficient table and are on course for an additional place in the competition.
Alvaro Arbeloa remains without some big names, most notably Thiabaut Courtois. The Belgian goalkeeper remains sidelined with a thigh issue, so Andriy Lunin will again deputise in goal.
Rodrygo remains a long-term absentee with an ACL injury that has also ended his World Cup hopes. The Brazilian has been joined in the treatment room by Eder Militao and Arda Guler, whose seasons is over. However, there is optimism that the duo can both return in time for the World Cup this summer.
Elsewhere, Raul Asencio could return to the squad after illness.
Real Madrid predicted XI: Lunin; Alexander-Arnold, , , ; , , Tchouameni, ; , .
Real Madrid must win against Real Betis to keep their hopes alive in the La Liga title race.
Real Madrid is currently nine points adrift of Barcelona in the La Liga title race.
Real Betis is currently in fifth place in the La Liga table.
London Marathon 2026: Sawe and Assefa could break records in title defenses!

Tai Tuivasa will now face Louie Sutherland at UFC Perth on May 2nd.
Exeter City seeks to capitalize on momentum from a thrilling draw with Stockport County.
See every story in Sports — including breaking news and analysis.
Real Betis host Real Madrid in La Liga on Friday 24th April 2026. Kick-off at Estadio de La Cartuja is 8pm BST.
The fixture will be broadcast live in the UK on Premier Sports.