Jose Mourinho’s much‑heralded return to Real Madrid began with a string of victories, but the momentum stalled on Saturday as the Spanish giants fell 1‑0 to Real Betis at the Benito Villamarín. A solitary goal from Betis’ forward broke the deadlock early in the second half, and despite a flurry of late chances, Madrid could not find an equaliser. The loss not only dents Mourinho’s unbeaten run but also raises questions about the team’s defensive frailties and the new manager’s tactical adjustments ahead of the upcoming Champions League fixtures. Fans and pundits will be watching closely to see how the Spaniards respond to their first setback of the season.
Jose Mourinho's winning start to his second spell at Real Madrid ends with a 1-0 La Liga defeat at Real Betis.
