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Why is Bernardo Silva not starting today for Real Madrid vs Real Betis in 2026-27 La Liga season?

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The Portuguese midfielder has quickly become an important part of Madrid’s squad since arriving this summer, making his place among the substitutes one of the talking points before kick-off. Bernardo Silva is among the notable absentees from Real Madrid’s starting lineup against Real Betis , with Jose Mourinho making several changes for Friday’s La Liga trip to Seville. The Portuguese midfielder has quickly become an important part of Madrid’s squad since arriving this summer, making his place among the substitutes one of the talking points before kick-off. Real Madrid enters the match looking to maintain its perfect start to the 2026-27 campaign. Mourinho’s side had collected nine points from its opening three games , scoring 10 goals while conceding only twice, but the trip to Betis represented a considerably tougher test. Betis has traditionally made life difficult for Madrid at home, having avoided defeat in each of the previous four meetings between the sides in Seville. Los Blanc

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