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Real Madrid vs Real Betis, La Liga 2025–26 Free Live Streaming Online: How To Watch Spanish League Match Live Telecast on TV & Football Score Updates in IST?

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The first weekend of 2026 sees Real Madrid return to the Santiago Bernabéu to host Real Betis on January 4, 2026. Sitting second in the La Liga standings, Los Blancos are looking to bridge the seven-point gap behind leaders Barcelona. However, the capital club enters the new year under a cloud of injury concerns, most notably involving their star talisman. Kylian Mbappe suffered a knee injury and is set to be sidelined for several weeks after sustaining a sprain on December 31, leaving manager Xabi Alonso to find offensive solutions without the league's top scorer. Kylian Mbappe Suffers Knee Injury, Real Madrid Star Set To Be Sidelined For Several Weeks.

Meanwhile, Real Betis travels to Madrid in impressive form, currently occupying sixth place and remaining the only team in the division yet to lose an away match this season. Following a dominant 4–0 win over Getafe, Manuel Pellegrini's side is aiming for an upset that would see them leapfrog Espanyol into the top five.

Real Madrid vs Real Betis Kick-Off Time and Venue

The match is scheduled to take place on Sunday, January 4.

Venue: Santiago Bernabéu, Madrid

Time: 8:45 PM IST (Indian Standard Time)

How to Watch Real Madrid vs Real Betis Live Streaming and Telecast in India

Indian football fans can catch the La Liga action through the following platforms:

Live Streaming: FanCode is the official streaming partner for La Liga 2025-26 in India. Fans can watch the match live on the FanCode app and website by purchasing a "Match Pass" for ₹49 or an annual "Tour Pass" for broader access.

Telecast: There is currently no official television broadcast partner for La Liga in India, meaning the game will not be available on traditional TV channels.

Real Madrid vs Real Betis Team News and Key Players

Real Madrid faces a significant selection crisis. In addition to Mbappe, Xabi Alonso is without Trent Alexander-Arnold, Eder Militao, and Dani Carvajal due to long-term injuries. Furthermore, Brahim Díaz is unavailable as he joins the Morocco squad for the AFCON 2026 duty. The responsibility for goals will fall heavily on Vinícius Júnior and Jude Bellingham, with young Arda Güler expected to take a more prominent role in the starting XI. Best South American Player 2025: Lionel Messi Misses Out On Award, Flamengo Star Giorgian De Arrascaeta Receives Prestigious Honour.

Real Betis arrives with a nearly full-strength squad and high confidence. The creative spark of Isco and the clinical finishing of Antony—who has been a revelation this season—will be the primary threats to a makeshift Madrid defense. Pellegrini’s side has already proven they can handle the pressure of the big stage, and with Madrid's focus potentially split by the upcoming Spanish Super Cup in Saudi Arabia, the Verdiblancos will view this as a prime opportunity to claim three points in the capital.

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