Guardado has come a long way since heading to Europe at 20
Andres Guardado moved to Europe as a 20-year-old; 11 years later he is still there and set to captain Mexico in what will be his fourth World Cup.
2017 Schedule
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2017 Schedule
18-6-14, 6th in Spanish Primera División
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Betis use Manga and Anime to unveil Inui
Real Betis have announced the signing of Japan international Takashi Inui on a free transfer from La Liga rivals Eibar in interesting fashion.
Mexico's Guardado set for World Cup after surgery
Guardado has been a vital part of Mexico's national team under Juan Carlos Osorio, who is also facing fitness doubts over Hector Moreno.
Atletico Madrid stumble again, draw against Betis
Saul Niguez was denied by the crossbar as second-placed Atletico Madrid were held to a 0-0 La Liga draw by Real Betis.
Bartra gets emotional Dortmund farewell
Borussia Dortmund fans gave Marc Bartra an emotional farewell before Thursday's UEFA Europa League tie against Salzburg in the round of 16.
Scouting Spotlight: Hysaj attracting interest
Scouting Spotlight profiles Elseid Hysaj, Jordan Torunarigha and Fabian Ruiz with the trio's performances catching clubs' eyes across Europe.
Asensio brace fuels Real fightback vs. Betis
Marco Asensio scored twice as Real Madrid pulled off an exciting second-half comeback to beat Real Betis 5-3 on Sunday night in Seville.
Seedorf loses first game as Depor boss
Clarence Seedorf's first game in charge of Deportivo La Coruna ended in a 1-0 La Liga home defeat to Real Betis.
Sporting KC signs Chile's Gutierrez as DP
Sporting Kansas City completed the signing of Chile midfielder Felipe Gutierrez as a designated player on Tuesday.
Bartra bids emotional farewell to Dortmund fans
Marc Bartra said an emotional farewell to Borussia Dortmund after signing for Real Betis on a five-and-a-half-year contract.
Messi, Suarez braces as Barcelona cruise
Barcelona opened up an 11-point lead at the top of LaLiga after hammering Real Betis 5-0 at the Estadio Benito Villamarin on Sunday.
Moyes to scout Ruiz vs. Barca - sources
West Ham manager David Moyes is due to travel to watch Real Betis midfielder Fabian Ruiz play against Barcelona, sources have told ESPN FC.
Ex-La Liga GK Doblas heads to Philippines
Former Real Betis and Napoli goalkeeper Toni Doblas is set to join Philippines Football League (PFL) champions Ceres-Negros for the 2018 season.
Torres' goal carries Atletico into second
Fernando Torres' first goal in La Liga this season gave Atletico Madrid a hard-fought 1-0 win over Alaves on Saturday and lifted the club into second.
Saul nets winner as Atletico edge Betis
Saul Niguez scored the only goal as Atletico Madrid beat Real Betis 1-0 to keep Diego Simeone's team in the chase for the La Liga title.
Exclusive: Quique Setien talks to ESPN FC
"I understand football through the ball." Speaking exclusively to ESPN FC, Real Betis coach Quique Setien explains his philosophy about the sport.
Wilshere setting sights on La Liga move
Jack Wilshere was thought to be staying in the Premier League, but reports suggest he could move to Spain. As always, Transfer Talk has the latest.
2017-18 La Liga Standings
| TEAM | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barcelona | 38 | 28 | 9 | 1 | +70 | 93 |
| Atletico Madrid | 38 | 23 | 10 | 5 | +36 | 79 |
| Real Madrid | 38 | 22 | 10 | 6 | +50 | 76 |
| Valencia | 38 | 22 | 7 | 9 | +27 | 73 |
| Villarreal | 38 | 18 | 7 | 13 | +7 | 61 |
| Real Betis | 38 | 18 | 6 | 14 | -1 | 60 |
| Sevilla FC | 38 | 17 | 7 | 14 | -9 | 58 |
| Getafe | 38 | 15 | 10 | 13 | +9 | 55 |
| Eibar | 38 | 14 | 9 | 15 | -6 | 51 |
| Girona | 38 | 14 | 9 | 15 | -9 | 51 |
| Espanyol | 38 | 12 | 13 | 13 | -6 | 49 |
| Real Sociedad | 38 | 14 | 7 | 17 | +7 | 49 |
| Celta Vigo | 38 | 13 | 10 | 15 | -1 | 49 |
| Alavés | 38 | 15 | 2 | 21 | -10 | 47 |
| Levante | 38 | 11 | 13 | 14 | -14 | 46 |
| Athletic Bilbao | 38 | 10 | 13 | 15 | -8 | 43 |
| Leganes | 38 | 12 | 7 | 19 | -17 | 43 |
| Deportivo La Coruña | 38 | 6 | 11 | 21 | -38 | 29 |
| Las Palmas | 38 | 5 | 7 | 26 | -50 | 22 |
| Málaga | 38 | 5 | 5 | 28 | -37 | 20 |
Team Leaders 2017-18 Spanish Primera División
- Goals
- Assists
RankingsSpanish Primera División
Goal Difference-1Tied-8th
Goals Scored605th
Assists437th
Goals Conceded61Tied-17th