Betis defeats Real Madrid 1-0, Arda Güler named MVP
Real Betis beat Real Madrid 1-0 on 4 September, with Arda Güler honoured as man of the match. The La Liga clash, broadcast on CANAL+, marked Madrid's first loss of the season.
Betis secures historic 1-0 victory over Real Madrid
Real Betis defeated Real Madrid 1-0 on 4 September 2026, ending the Spanish giants’ unbeaten start to the La Liga season. The match, broadcast on CANAL+, was played at the Estadio Benito Villamarín as part of the fourth round of fixtures.
Key moments and awards
Arda Güler, who started the game for Betis, was later presented with the man‑of‑the‑match award for his performance. Real Madrid’s Kylian Mbappé missed a penalty in the second half, a miss that was highlighted by several sources as a turning point. The home side’s disciplined defence and counter‑attacking play prevented Madrid from finding the net despite numerous attempts.
- Final score: Betis 1, Real Madrid 0.
- Arda Güler named MVP.
- Mbappé penalty missed.
- Match broadcast on CANAL+.
Context and reaction
The result marked Real Madrid’s first loss in the campaign, a fact noted by Przegląd Sportowy and other outlets. Commentators cited the team’s „such a performance could not be won” as a reason for the defeat. The defeat leaves Madrid still in contention but now with a gap in the league table.
What happens next
Both clubs will resume La Liga action in the following rounds. Betis will look to build on the win, while Real Madrid will aim to recover from the setback and address the issues highlighted by the missed penalty and overall performance.
