If you aren't watching Barcelona lately, you are missing out. The Catalans are absolutely cooking, dropping an outrageous 34 goals in just eight league games, plus another nine in the Champions League. Hansi Flick has this squad moving with main character energy, sitting five points clear at the top of the table. They’re chasing history today—a win would make them the first team since Real Madrid in the 1968-69 season to start a campaign with nine straight league victories.
The Real Betis challenge
Don't sleep on Real Betis, though. They are lowkey one of the hottest teams in Spain right now, riding a seven-game unbeaten streak that includes a massive W over Real Madrid. Manuel Pellegrini’s crew has bagged 12 goals in their last five outings, so they have the firepower to cause some real chaos.
Player to watch
All eyes are on Anthony Gordon. The English winger has scored in five straight matches for club and country and is thriving as the left-side engine for this Barça attack. He’s been silencing the doubters and is expected to start today. Can Betis hold him off and keep their streak alive? You’ll have to tune in to find out.
Why it matters
This is a collision of La Liga's two most in-form teams. While Barcelona is chasing a historic start to their season, Real Betis is looking to prove that their momentum isn't a fluke. It's giving high-stakes energy.
