Real Madrid continued their strong form in La Liga with a 2-0 victory over Levante at the Santiago Bernabéu. The match, officiated by Miguel Sesma Espinosa, saw Kylian Mbappé open the scoring with a penalty in the 58th minute, followed by Raúl Asencio's decisive strike in the 65th minute. This win further solidifies Real Madrid's position in the league standings.
A Tactical Shift After a Quiet First Half
The first half was marked by a cautious approach from both sides, with Real Madrid dominating possession but unable to break through Levante's defense. The only notable incidents were yellow cards for U. Vencedor of Levante and A. Tchouameni and G. Garcia of Real Madrid. The introduction of E. Camavinga and F. Mastantuono at halftime injected fresh energy into the home side.
Mbappé's Penalty Sets the Tone
The second half saw Real Madrid increase their attacking intensity. Kylian Mbappé, who had been a constant threat, converted a penalty in the 58th minute, putting the hosts ahead. Just seven minutes later, Raúl Asencio doubled the lead with a well-taken goal, assisted by A. Guler. Levante struggled to respond, failing to register a single shot on target throughout the match.
Statistical Dominance
Real Madrid's dominance was reflected in the statistics, with 70% possession and 11 shots on goal compared to Levante's zero. The home side's passing accuracy was an impressive 92%, highlighting their control over the game. Levante's goalkeeper, Mathew Ryan, was kept busy, making nine saves to keep the scoreline respectable.
Looking Ahead
Real Madrid's recent form has been strong, with this victory marking another step in their pursuit of the La Liga title. Kylian Mbappé's influence continues to grow, as his dribbling and shooting prowess were on full display. Levante, despite a recent surprise win against Sevilla, will need to regroup and find consistency to climb the standings. As the season progresses, both teams will look to build on their performances, with Real Madrid eyeing further success and Levante seeking stability.
