A tense encounter at the Santiago Bernabéu saw Levante struggle to control the game, ultimately losing 2-0 to the powerful Real Madrid. The hosts took the lead with a penalty converted by Kylian Mbappé in the 57th minute, followed by a second goal from Raúl Asencio just seven minutes later.
Levante’s Franco Mastantuono almost got one back at 75 minutes, but his shot hit the post, denying him the chance to score.
Jude Bellingham’s outstanding performance earned him the title of the match’s best player, completing 77 successful passes, recovering 4 balls, and attempting 5 shots on goal.
Defender Raúl Asencio was crucial for Real Madrid, contributing not only a goal but also successfully intercepting 5 plays.
Under coach Álvaro Árbeloa’s guidance, Madrid started with a 4-3-3 formation featuring Thibaut Courtois in goal, with a defensive line of Federico Valverde, Raúl Asencio, Dean Huijsen, and Álvaro Carreras, midfielders Eduardo Camavinga, Aurélien Tchouaméni, and Jude Bellingham, and an attacking trio of Gonzalo García, Kylian Mbappé, and Vinicius Júnior.
Levante, managed by Luís Castro, opted for a 4-5-1 setup with Mathew Ryan guarding the net, backed by Jeremy Toljan, Adrián de la Fuente, Alan Matturro, and Manu Sánchez in defense, a midfield comprised of Unai Vencedor, Pablo Martínez, Kareem Tunde, Carlos Álvarez, and Iván Romero, while Etta Eyong led the attack.
The match saw Miguel Sesma Espinosa officiate, and with this outcome, Real Madrid now holds 48 points in the league, sitting in second place, while Levante remains at 14 points, positioned 19th.
Looking ahead, Real Madrid will face Villarreal away in their next match, while Levante will host Elche.
Substitutions for Real Madrid
45’ 2T – Franco Mastantuono replaced Gonzalo García and Arda Güler came in for Eduardo Camavinga.
61’ 2T – Dani Ceballos replaced Dean Huijsen.
89’ 2T – David Alaba took the place of Raúl Asencio.
Yellow Cards for Real Madrid:
31’ 1T Aurélien Tchouaméni (Unsporting behavior) and 43’ 1T Gonzalo García (Unsporting behavior).
Substitutions for Levante
65’ 2T – Ugo Raghouber replaced Unai Vencedor, and Iker Losada came on for Etta Eyong.
81’ 2T – Paco Cortés replaced Carlos Álvarez.
82’ 2T – Carlos Espí replaced Kareem Tunde and Jon Olasagasti replaced Iván Romero.
Yellow Card for Levante:
16’ 1T Unai Vencedor (Unsporting behavior).