Real Betis on FM26 - Betis Reborn at La Cartuja
Copa del Rey 2022. Regular Europa League. And now THE BIG PROJECT: Benito Villamarín stadium under total renovation (€160M, reopening May 2028), replaced temporarily by La Cartuja (70,000 seats). Pellegrini still here. Antony arrives from Man Utd. 60,000 béticos sing the Himno wherever they go. Seville IN GREEN.
Why choose Real Betis?
Because Real Betis is THE MOST PASSIONATE CLUB IN SPAIN — and perhaps in all of Europe. Copa del Rey 2022, near-permanent Europa League qualification, and a fanbase that SINGS THE HIMNO DEL BETIS in the opposition's ground even during a humiliating defeat. The béticos are a living legend. Joaquín Sánchez — 500+ appearances for the club, absolute Seville legend — has retired but remains the club's soul. The big 2025-26 news: the Benito Villamarín is under total renovation (€160M, costs that have already 2.5x exceeded the original budget, reopening planned May 2028). In the meantime, Betis plays at La Cartuja (70,000 seats) — and 70,000 béticos still show up! Pellegrini (in charge since 2022) holds the course: 8th in La Liga, Europa League. Antony (€22M from Man Utd), Rodrigo Riquelme (Atlético), Fidalgo in the squad. In FM26, you manage a high-spectacle club with real financial constraints linked to the stadium renovation, with the ambition to REGULARIZE European qualification.
The bétic identity: passion and tradition
Betis was founded in 1907, champions in 1935 — their only Liga title. But 3 Copas del Rey, a Super Cup. Rafael Gordillo, Denilson, and now Pellegrini perpetuate a tradition of attacking, spectacular football. The bétic supporters are LEGENDARY — they sing even when losing. In FM26, exploit this energy to dominate at home.
Pellegrini's attacking football
Pellegrini imposes an attacking 4-2-3-1 with possession and quick combinations. Antony on the wing can make the difference on the dribble. Isco (veteran magician if still there), Riquelme as playmaker. In FM26, play offensively, keep the ball, and use the energy of La Cartuja (70,000 béticos) as a 12th man.
Objectives: permanent Europa League
Maintain Europa League qualification every season. Target the Copa del Rey (already 3 titles). Long term: dream of a 2nd Liga title — ending a 90-year wait. And manage the Villamarín project without sinking financially.
Betis is 70,000 people who SING even when losing. The most beautiful communion in Spanish football. In FM26, this is the most WARM-HEARTED adventure. ¡Viva el Betis manquita sea!