Real Betis, a professional football club competing in the La Liga, was founded by the local students belonging to the Polytechnic Academy based in Seville. The club opened with a different name- Espana Balompie. It got royal recognition, granted by King Alfonso XIII in 1914, which led to its present name, Real Betis Balompié. "Betis" comes from the Roman name for the Guadalquivir River, "Baetis," while "Balompié" refers to an old Spanish word for football. Real Betis was actually formed with a merger between Betis FC and Sevilla Balompié.
Real Betis History & Key Facts
If we look at Real Betis history, the Spanish club has come a long way since its establishment in September 1907. The Spanish side finished as the runners-up in the 2024-25 UEFA Conference League, with former Manchester United star Antony leading the charge. Despite a 4-1 defeat to Chelsea in the final, a second-place finish was no doubt a proud moment for Real Betis fans.
The club plays its home matches at the Estadio Benito Villamarín, which has been Real Betis home ground since 1929. The venue was initially named Estadio de Heliópolis. The Real Betis stadium currently has a capacity of around 60,000 spectators. Let's take a look at Real Betis history and other facts:
| Founded | 12th September 1907 |
|---|---|
| Current Owner | Real Betis Fan Club (Beticos) Jose Miguel Lopez Catalan |
| Country | Spain |
| City | Seville |
| Nickname | Heliopolitano |
| League | LaLiga |
| Stadium | Estadio Benito Villamarín |
| Capacity | 60,721 |
| Manager | Manuel Pellegrini |
| Squad Size | 25 |
Real Betis Net Worth & Value
Real Betis net worth remains unknown, but we do know the market value of the La Liga club. As per data available on Transfermarkt, Real Betis market value currently stands at €209.30 million. Rocketfan has also reported that their total revenue for the 2022-23 season was approximately 166 million euros, and the club has generated profit over their expenditure in recent times, which has definitely bolstered Real Betis net worth.
| Net Worth | No Information Available |
|---|---|
| Valuation | €209.30m |
| Revenue Sources | sponsorship deals, broadcasting rights, matchday revenue, and player transfers |
Real Betis Sponsors
Real Betis sponsors list is led by air conditioning manufacturers Gree and Danish sportswear company Hummel. Apart from these two companies, they also have tie-ups with giants like AUS Global, Andalucia, MeritKing, among others.
| Sponsors | Type of Sponsorship |
|---|---|
| Gree, Hummel | Main Sponsors |
AUS Global, Grupo Reche, Andalucia, Cocialenergy, Trainline, CruzCampo, Caixabank, Asisa | Official Sponsors |
Real Betis Rivalries
Real Betis share an intense rivalry with fellow city club, Sevilla FC. The rivalry may have been overshadowed by the famous El Clásico between Real Madrid and Barcelona. But in Seville, the Real Betis vs Seville FC match is nothing short of an occasion.
Real Betis Derby
Right at the heart of Andalucia, a rivalry exists that was carved in stone nearly a century ago. A rivalry so intense that it even went on to create rifts among family members because of divided loyalties. That is exactly what the “Derbi Sevillano” or the Sevilla Derby is all about.
Two clubs started at almost the same time, give or take a few years, and developed over the years to become one of the regular campaigners in Spain's top-flight football. The two teams also share a lot in common, apart from their origin story in the sense that both are LaLiga winners and are also the founding members of LaLiga 2. Over the years, Real Betis and Seville FC have faced each other countless times, cross-city rival fans going absolutely berserk, cheering from the stands, be the venue is Villamarin Stadium or the Ramon Sanchez-Pizjuan stadium.
Real Betis Trophies & Achievements
Real Betis might not have won a La Liga title in recent memory, but in their early days, the club showed its dominance in Spanish football. Real Betis became the Spanish champions for the first and only time in the 1934-35 season. A total of 12 teams competed in the league, and Real Betis edged out Madrid by a solitary point.
Real Betis trophies mostly came during the early years in elite-level league football. If we look at their recent success, the club won the Copa del Rey after beating Valencia in the 2021-22 season. Real Betis also came very close to winning a trophy in 2025 as the Conference League title was up for grabs, but fell short of Chelsea in the summit showdown.
| Competition | No of Titles | Seasons |
|---|---|---|
| LaLiga | 1 | 1934-35 |
| Segunda Division | 7 | 1931–32, 1941–42, 1957–58, 1970–71, 1973–74, 2010–11, 2014–15 |
| Tercera Division | 7 | 1953-54 |
| Copa del Rey | 3 | 1976–77, 2004–05, 2021–22 |
| Copa Federación de España | 1 | 1953-54 |
Real Betis Fan Following
Real Betis have over 2.7 million followers on Instagram and are one of the most followed clubs in Spain. Real Betis fans fondly call the team the "Beticos" or "Los Verdiblancos," which translates to “The Green and Whites.”
Future Goals
After a great season in 2024-25, Real Betis are looking to solidify their reputation in the European circuit. Real Betis have earned the ticket to feature in the 2025-26 Europa League, after finishing sixth in the La Liga with 60 points. With Manuel Pellegrini in charge, the club will look to make a strong statement in the continental showpiece, besides putting up an improved performance in the domestic competitions. Their main goal will be to secure qualification for the all-important UEFA Champions League. One of Real Betis sponsors, Hummel, has also strengthened its tie with the club lately, signing a new deal.
