Hello everyone and welcome to another MARCA in English live blog, this time covering LaLiga EA Sports clash between Real Madrid and Levante at the Estadio Santiago Bernabeu.
The past fortnight has been eventful in Madrid. Xabi Alonso departed by mutual consent following defeat to Barcelona in the Supercopa de Espana final, leaving Alvaro Arbeloa to take interim charge. His first match ended in further disappointment as Los Blancs were knocked out of the Copa del Rey by Segunda Division side Albacete.??
Real Madrid remains second in LaLiga, four points behind Barcelona, and their home form has largely been strong with eight wins from nine league matches at the Bernabeu. Levante arrive with a touch more optimism. Luis Castro’s appointment in late December has coincided with a modest upswing in results, including a three’match unbeaten stretch.
Recent meetings heavily favor Real Madrid, who have beaten Levante by emphatic margins in their last two encounters. The visitors do, however, carry memories of a rare Bernabeu upset in 2021, proof that opportunities can emerge when the atmosphere tightens around the hosts.
Real Madrid vs Levante LIVE – Latest Updates?
Happy Birthday to Alvaro Arbeloa! The coach takes charge of his second Real Madrid match on his 43rd birthday
Lineups are announced and players are warming up.
Levante XI: Ryan; Toljan, Dela, Matturro, Manu Sánchez; Vencedor, Pablo Martínez, Tunde, Carlos Álvarez; Etta Eyong, Ivan Romero
Real Madrid XI: Courtois; Valverde, Asencio, Huijsen, Carreras; Tchouaméni, Camavinga, Bellingham; Vinicius, Mbappé, Gonzalo
Jude Bellingham, Thibaut Courtois, Kylian Mbappe, Aurelien Tchouameni and Alvaro Carreras are expected back after being rested in midweek, while Rodrygo remains sidelined. Dani Carvajal could return at right back, allowing Federico Valverde to operate centrally
Real Madrid possible starting XI: Courtois; Carvajal, Asencio, Huijsen, Carreras; Valverde, Tchouameni, Bellingham; Guler, Mbappe, Vinicius
Levante possible starting XI: Ryan; Toljan, De la Fuente, Moreno, Pampin; Martinez, Arriaga; Eyong, Alvarez, Losada; Romero
When is Real Madrid vs Levante?
Kick-off is scheduled for 14:00 CET. For fans in the United Kingdom, the match begins at 13:00 GMT.
In the United States, it will get underway at 9:00 ET / 6:00 PT.
Where to watch Real Madrid vs Levante?
In the United States, the Real Madrid vs Levante will be available through ESPN+. For viewers in the United Kingdom, the match will be available via Premier Sports, with streaming through Premier Player.
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