Real Madrid vs. Real Betis: Complete Preview, Start Time and Schedule

Real Madrid had a little bout with ineffectiveness in September, but they seem to have gotten over that just fine. They have won their last three matches by a combined score of 13-2. Two of those matches came in La Liga play.

They will try to extend that excellent league form in their match against Betis.

Betis will try to get their La Liga campaign turned around. They stormed out of the gates winning their first four. They have since lost their last two.

Where: Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, Madrid, Spain

When: Saturday, October 15, 2011 12:00 p.m. ET

Watch: Canal+ Sport, ESPN Australia, GolTV-Canada, SuperSport 7

Player To Watch for Real Madrid: Cristiano Ronaldo

Cristiano Ronaldo is one of the world's premier players, and everything he is doing this year supports that claim.

Focus your eyes on Ronaldo for a whole match, and you are guaranteed to walk away entertained. 

Player To Watch for Real Betis: Beñat

Beñat is a defensive midfielder who isn't afraid to venture upfield. And he often finds success when he does.

He has taken 16 shots in La Liga play this year and is tied for the team lead by making two of them.

Key Matchup: Cristiano Ronaldo vs. Casto

Casto has been fantastic in the Betis net. He has 19 saves in La Liga matches this year and has conceded just four goals.

He is going to have his work cut out for him in this one. Ronaldo is likely to test him early and often. That is a scary proposition for any goalie.

What They're Saying

Cristiano Ronaldo recently made some remarks that caught the attention of many including Betis coach Pepe Mel. Goal.com spoke on this:

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The Portugal international stunned everyone when he said last month the whistles he received from fans were driven by jealousy because of his good looks, football talent and big paycheque.

Speaking ahead of Betis' clash at Real Madrid, Pepe Mel played down Ronaldo's remarks, saying the 26 year old does not top his list of beautiful people.

"The thing about him being good looking is debatable," he told Antena 3. "I like Scarlett Johansson more than Cristiano Ronaldo.

"About him being rich, that is something obvious, we are talking about figures and no one can argue with that."

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Score Prediction: Real Madrid 3, Betis 1