LaLiga: Mourinho Suffers First Defeat as Real Betis Stun Madrid
- On Friday, Jose Mourinho suffered his first defeat since returning to Real Madrid, losing 1-0 to Real Betis in LaLiga and ending the club's perfect start to the season.
- Real Madrid struggled to break down the hosts for most of the match before Real Betis striker Troy Parrott broke the deadlock in the 81st minute with a quick reaction after goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois parried a header.
- In stoppage time, Kylian Mbappe earned a late penalty for Real Madrid but Real Betis goalkeeper Alvaro Valles saved his effort, preserving the hosts' lead and securing three points.
- Mourinho defended his team after the match, saying he could not fault his players' attitude despite deserving to win. He stated, "We deserved to win but deserving to win does not give you points."
- This result extends a difficult trend for the club; Real Madrid have not won at Real Betis since 2021, highlighting the venue's historical challenge for the Spanish giants.
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