Real Betis Balompié, founded in 1907 and based in Seville, Spain, is one of the country’s most historic and passionately supported football clubs, competing in La Liga with a legacy that includes a league title (1935) and multiple Copa del Rey triumphs. The team plays its home matches at the Estadio Benito VillamarÃn, a 60,000-seat stadium known for its electric atmosphere, particularly during the fierce Seville derby against rivals Sevilla FC. Betis is instantly recognizable by its iconic green-and-white striped home shirts, a design that has become synonymous with the club’s identity, while their away kits traditionally feature blue, black, or alternative green designs. Throughout its storied history, the club has been home to legendary players such as JoaquÃn, the beloved winger and club icon who became Betis’ record appearance-maker; Rafael Gordillo, the Spanish international and left-wing maestro; Finidi George, the Nigerian star who dazzled in the 1990s; and modern heroes like Nabil Fekir and Sergio Canales. Other notable figures include Manuel Ruiz “Polilla”, a 1940s goalscoring legend, and Denilson, the Brazilian winger who held the world transfer record in 1998. Known for their loyal fanbase (the “Béticos”) and commitment to attractive, attacking football, Real Betis remains a cultural institution in Andalusia, balancing historic tradition with modern ambition in Spanish football.
