A last-minute goal conceded a draw, further fading Real’s hopes of winning the league

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Did not win the Supercopa, were already eliminated from the Copa del Rey and the Champions League; The only way to end a titleless season in front of Real Madrid is in La Liga. But that dream is also fading. Real wasted the opportunity to reduce the point gap with Barcelona. This time the team drew 1-1 with Real Betis. 

Benito Viamarin’s Real took the lead in the 17th minute of the game. Federico Valverde’s shot could not be stopped by Betis goalkeeper Alvaro Viez. The comeback opportunity went to the feet of Vinicius Jr. He did not waste the opportunity, the ball was in the net.

Madrid goalkeeper Andriy Lunin played brilliantly in the first half. The Ukrainian goalkeeper, who got a chance due to the injury of Thibaut Courtois, blocked several shots. Based on his achievements, Real ended the first half ahead.

In the second half, Kylian Mbappe put the ball in the net once. However, Real did not get a goal due to offside. Then Lunin blocked Betis’ shot once more.

But at the last moment Lunin could not become the savior. So Real did not have a final defense. Hector Bellerin scored in added time. His shot from the crease of the box eluded Lunin and into the net.

Bellerin came up from Barcelona’s famous La Masia. Then he played one season in the club in 2022-23 season. Real had to draw with that goal. And the indirect profit is Barcelona’s. 

After this 1-1 draw, Real is 8 points behind Barcelona. Tonight the Catalans will play against Getafe, if they win the match, Barca will be 11 points ahead of Real. In that case, Barca will win the title after winning the next three matches.