Real Betis defeat Real Madrid 1-0 at La Cartuja, with goalkeeper Alvaro Valles producing a decisive stoppage-time save to deny Kylian Mbappe from the penalty spot. The result ends Real Madrid’s perfect start to the season, after Betis took the lead through Troy Parrott’s goal in the 81st minute and then defended to the final whistle.
Across the reports, Valles is described as the central figure for Betis, having made multiple key saves before the penalty. One outlet highlights Valles’ account of the “mind game” approach, saying he tried to disrupt Mbappe’s penalty routine. Another focuses on the goalkeeper’s celebration immediately after the save, including him facing Mbappe at close range and making contact in a chest-bump-style reaction that draws attention and goes viral.
The sources also agree that Mbappe had a chance to secure an equaliser late in added time after Vinicius Junior won the penalty. They differ mainly in emphasis: one stresses Valles’ tactical intent and preparation, while the other spotlights the emotional reaction following the save. In either account, Mbappe is left frustrated as he fails to convert the penalty and Madrid leave with no points.
