Dean Huijsen emerges as defensive leader during Real Madrid match at La Cartuja
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Last updated Sep 7, 2026
Real Madrid struggled during a recent performance against Real Betis that highlighted recurring team issues. Despite the collective difficulties, defender Dean Huijsen provided a standout individual effort at La Cartuja. Huijsen neutralized opponent Juan Cucho Hernandez and maintained defensive composure throughout the match, including creating scoring chances with an attempt that hit the woodwork. He partnered with Ibrahima Konate in the backline, though the Frenchman remained less consistent during the outing. This performance follows a shift in the young defender's mentality, as he looks to solidify his role and regain a position in the Spain national squad. The club continues to evaluate the center-back pairing as they address historical defensive weaknesses.
- •Dean Huijsen marshaled the Real Madrid backline with increased authority against Real Betis.
- •The defender successfully neutralized Juan Cucho Hernandez and held his own against Antony.
- •Huijsen forced a significant save from the goalkeeper and headed a shot against the woodwork.
- •Ibrahima Konate partnered with Huijsen but is still building sharpness in his new role.
- 12:14 AMYahoo Sports — Real Madrid’s Problems Vs Real Betis, In Detail
- 4:25 PMYahoo Sports — Real Madrid star shows noticable shift in mentality despite Real Betis setback
"Two versions of Real Madrid faced Real Betis at La Cartuja Stadium. The first one was wasteful in front of the goalkeeper, whereas the second was constrained and without solutions. In the first half, Real Madrid created goal-scoring chances relying on versatile approaches: counterattacks, set pieces, and settled possession. Off the ball, Manuel Pellegrini’s team […]
"Real Madrid’s performance against Real Betis was shambolic, to say the least as the team faced many of the problems that have haunted them over the past couple of years.But on a night where most of ...
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 7, 2026, 12:14 AMReal Madrid’s Problems Vs Real Betis, In Detail
Two versions of Real Madrid faced Real Betis at La Cartuja Stadium. The first one was wasteful in front of the goalkeeper, whereas the second was constrained and without solutions. In the first half, Real Madrid created goal-scoring chances relying on versatile approaches: counterattacks, set pieces, and settled possession. Off the ball, Manuel Pellegrini’s team […]
- Yahoo SportsSep 6, 2026, 4:25 PMReal Madrid star shows noticable shift in mentality despite Real Betis setback
Real Madrid’s performance against Real Betis was shambolic, to say the least as the team faced many of the problems that have haunted them over the past couple of years.But on a night where most of ...
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