Real Madrid were held to a frustrating 1-1 draw by stubborn Real Betis on the road on Saturday.
⏸️ @RealBetis 1-1 @RealMadrid
⚽ 53' @BellinghamJude
⚽ 66' Aitor Ruibal#RealBetisRealMadrid | #Emirates pic.twitter.com/1SUgG7A1pc— Real Madrid C.F. (@realmadrid) December 9, 2023
Los Blancos’ established early control in the game, but seemed to lack the finishing touch.
However, in the early stages of the second half the man of the moment Jude Bellingham came to the rescue once again as he put his team in front with a brilliant strike.
But only 13 minutes later the hosts drew the game level through right-back Aitor Ruibal.
The 14-time Champions League winners tried to restore their lead, but were unable to create something dangerous in front of goal, despite their superior possession.
Real Madrid’s draw gives Girona a golden opportunity to return back to the top if they successfully defeat Barcelona in a crunch game on Sunday night.