The Main Culprit After Betis's Draw, a Grave Mistake That Costs a Goal

Thibaut Courtois Is at the Center of Controversy. Many criticisms on social media point to the Belgian for his lack of reaction in the equalizing goal. "He should've come out," many fans say.

Real Madrid had started off on the right foot. Mbappé threaded a perfect pass to Mendy, who assisted Brahim. Before ten minutes, the whites were already leading 0-1.

However, in the 33rd minute, everything changed. Isco delivered a precise corner, and Johnny Cardoso, unmarked, connected with an unstoppable header. Courtois didn't come out to clear, and the ball ended up in the back of the net. A reading error that hasn't gone unnoticed.

Social Media Doesn't Forgive

Fans have been very harsh with the Belgian. "He can't stay stuck on the line," they comment on social media. Some remember that it's not the first time Madrid has suffered in set-piece plays.

The debate has grown, with many pointing out that the defense wasn't up to par either. Rüdiger and Alaba lost their marks, allowing Cardoso to finish too easily.

Courtois Also Saves Madrid

Even so, the goalkeeper has prevented the situation from getting worse. In the 45+2' minute, just before halftime, he made a spectacular save to deflect another header from Cardoso. The American was about to make it 2-1, but Courtois reacted in time.

That save has been crucial. A goal at that moment would've complicated the match for Real Madrid.

Ancelotti is worried. The fragility in aerial play remains a problem. Rüdiger, Alaba, and Courtois himself must improve coordination to avoid more goals of this type.

The Italian coach has already given instructions in the locker room. He wants more aggressiveness in marking and better communication on corners.

The match remains open. Madrid needs to show solidity at the back if they want to take all three points. The second half will be key to see if Courtois and the defense can correct these errors.