Ez Abde scored the only goal of the match as Real Betis defeated Getafe 1-0 on Thursday, maintaining their strong start to the Spanish season. The Moroccan international has been at the center of a political controversy after facing accusations on social media of betraying his country. This followed his decision to wear a shirt supporting Spain’s north African territory, Ceuta, in a previous match. Meanwhile, Real Madrid players, including Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Junior, continue to face criticism from the Spanish right for their actions during recent games.
Real Betis are level on points with Real Madrid and only three behind leaders Barcelona in the La Liga 2026-27 standings.
On Thursday, in their temporary home at neighbouring Sevilla’s Cartuja Stadium, Abde struck just before half time. He was found in space in the penalty area by Troy Parrott, and popped the ball inside the far post. After surviving brief early pressure, Betis dominated as they gained their fifth win in six Liga game this season. “Getafe didn’t manage a single shot on target. We controlled the ball well and created chances – perhaps not the clearest ones, but certainly enough to have scored a couple more goals. They didn’t go in, and when they don’t, they just don’t. Betis trail Real Madrid on goal difference.
They have won all three of their home games 1-0. Both are three points behind Barcelona, who have won all six of their matches while banging in 28 goals.
Antony had earlier hit the post and Isco missed a coupe of chances as the hosts bombarded the visiting goal.
