Real Madrid secure 2-0 win over Levante to maintain Champions League spot

Real Madrid claim victory with two goals

Real Madrid emerged victorious with a 2-0 win against Levante at Santiago Bernabéu on Saturday, 17 January 2026. The home side sealed the game with two goals, securing all three points in this LaLiga clash.

Goals came in the first half to decide the match

The match was settled within the first 45 minutes as Real Madrid found the net twice. They took the lead early and extended their advantage before the interval, leaving Levante unable to respond in the second half.

No disciplinary issues marred the contest

The game passed without any significant disciplinary action, with no red or yellow cards reported for either side during the 90 minutes of play. Both teams maintained discipline throughout the encounter.

Key statistics underline Real Madrid's dominance

Real Madrid showcased their attacking prowess once again, scoring two goals while keeping a clean sheet. This victory marked their third consecutive win, with a recent form tally of three wins from three matches, scoring ten goals and conceding just two. Levante, meanwhile, struggled to break down the home defence and finished the game pointless, with their away form dipping following a recent loss. The attendance at Santiago Bernabéu was an impressive 70,104, adding to the vibrant atmosphere.

Table implications favour Real Madrid

With this win, Real Madrid remain firmly in fourth place in LaLiga, sitting in the Champions League qualification zone with 15 points from seven games. Their goal difference improved to +10 after scoring 18 goals and conceding eight. Levante stay in 17th position with five points from six matches, facing a challenging campaign as their goal difference stands at -4. The gap between the two teams has widened to ten points, reflecting the contrasting fortunes this season.

Looking ahead to upcoming fixtures

Real Madrid will look to build on this momentum and continue their strong run of form in their next matches as they aim to consolidate their Champions League spot. Levante must regroup quickly to halt their slide and aim for valuable points in their forthcoming fixtures to climb out of the relegation zone.

Before kick-off

Impact on the table