Real Madrid faces mixed results in basketball and football

Real Madrid is experiencing mixed results across its sports departments. The basketball team has struggled in the EuroLeague, recording three consecutive losses against Dubai Basketball, Anadolu Efes, and Hapoel Tel Aviv. Coach Pedro Martínez has noted the team needs time to adapt to his system, citing defensive issues and inconsistent shooting.

In football, defender Marc Cucurella acknowledged that the club's start to the season has not met expectations, attributing the transition to a new coaching setup. Conversely, the club's youth academy, La Fábrica, has proven to be a significant financial asset, generating a record €215 million this summer through player sales, including notable deals involving players like Nico Paz and Gonzalo García.

Meanwhile, Real Betis is seeing a strong start to their season, with player Aitor Ruibal nearing a return to action following knee surgery, which is expected to provide tactical versatility for coach Manuel Pellegrini.