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Preview: Real Madrid head to Levante in midweek round

Preview: Real Madrid head to Levante in midweek round

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Levante and Real Madrid go head-to-head at the Estadio Ciudad de Valencia on Tuesday night in La Liga, as Xabi Alonso’s side look to continue their perfect record.

By Matt Smith

It’s been a while since the two sides met, with their last game against each other coming back in 2022, where Madrid secured a comfortable 6-0 victory. Vinícius Júnior scored a hat-trick that night, while Ferland Mendy, Karim Benzema, and Rodrygo also found the back of the net.

Team news

Levante should have no fresh injury concerns heading into this difficult clash with LaLiga leaders Madrid. Etta Eyong, who is the danger man for the home side, is likely to play in a front two with Iván Romero. 

Trent Alexander-Arnold is the latest player to join Real Madrid’s injury list, and he’s set for at least a month on the treatment table. Antonio Rüdiger and Ferland Mendy are also sidelined, but Dean Huijsen could return to the XI after his suspension.

Anti-possession but plenty of chances

Levante aren’t a side known for having plenty of the ball, and in fact, they’ve averaged just 37.4% possession in LaLiga this season. Despite their lack of the ball, this hasn’t strictly meant Levante are a defensive team, creating 7.3 expected goals this term, the seventh highest in the league.

Julián Calero’s side are happy to sit deep and absorb the pressure, with only Real Oviedo winning the ball back in the final third fewer times than Levante per 90. Considering the quality of the opposition, their game plan will likely stay the same against Madrid.

Perfection for Xabi Alonso

Real Madrid are yet to lose in the league this season, winning all five of their opening games of the campaign. Although they haven’t created a host of big chances in comparison to their peers towards the top of the table, Alonso’s men have been clinical in front of goal.

From 13 big chances, Madrid have scored 10, five fewer big chances than their opponents Levante. A victory could see them go five points clear if results go their way during this midweek round.

Eyong vs. Mbappé

Kylian Mbappé enjoying an impressive start to the 2025/2026 season won’t come as a shock to many, but the surprise package of the campaign so far has been Etta Eyong of Levante. The 21-year-old striker has provided six goals and assists this season, level with Mbappé.

Interestingly, Eyong has produced six goal contributions from just 2.1 xG and xA combined, so it will be intriguing to see if he can maintain this level of performance. Eyong and Mbappé are the two players to keep an eye on heading into this game – who will still the headlines?

Prediction

Madrid will back themselves to continue their perfect start to the season, despite Levante’s impressive displays this term. 

We’re going for a 3-1 win for Alonso’s side, with Mbappé to steal the show.

(Cover image from IMAGO)

You can follow every game from the LaLiga with FotMob this season — featuring deep stats coverage, xG, and player ratings. Download the free app here.

Preview: Real Madrid head to Levante in midweek round

Levante and Real Madrid go head-to-head at the Estadio Ciudad de Valencia on Tuesday night in La Liga, as Xabi Alonso’s side look to continue their perfect record.

By Matt Smith

It’s been a while since the two sides met, with their last game against each other coming back in 2022, where Madrid secured a comfortable 6-0 victory. Vinícius Júnior scored a hat-trick that night, while Ferland Mendy, Karim Benzema, and Rodrygo also found the back of the net.

Team news

Levante should have no fresh injury concerns heading into this difficult clash with LaLiga leaders Madrid. Etta Eyong, who is the danger man for the home side, is likely to play in a front two with Iván Romero. 

Trent Alexander-Arnold is the latest player to join Real Madrid’s injury list, and he’s set for at least a month on the treatment table. Antonio Rüdiger and Ferland Mendy are also sidelined, but Dean Huijsen could return to the XI after his suspension.

Anti-possession but plenty of chances

Levante aren’t a side known for having plenty of the ball, and in fact, they’ve averaged just 37.4% possession in LaLiga this season. Despite their lack of the ball, this hasn’t strictly meant Levante are a defensive team, creating 7.3 expected goals this term, the seventh highest in the league.

Julián Calero’s side are happy to sit deep and absorb the pressure, with only Real Oviedo winning the ball back in the final third fewer times than Levante per 90. Considering the quality of the opposition, their game plan will likely stay the same against Madrid.

Perfection for Xabi Alonso

Real Madrid are yet to lose in the league this season, winning all five of their opening games of the campaign. Although they haven’t created a host of big chances in comparison to their peers towards the top of the table, Alonso’s men have been clinical in front of goal.

From 13 big chances, Madrid have scored 10, five fewer big chances than their opponents Levante. A victory could see them go five points clear if results go their way during this midweek round.

Eyong vs. Mbappé

Kylian Mbappé enjoying an impressive start to the 2025/2026 season won’t come as a shock to many, but the surprise package of the campaign so far has been Etta Eyong of Levante. The 21-year-old striker has provided six goals and assists this season, level with Mbappé.

Interestingly, Eyong has produced six goal contributions from just 2.1 xG and xA combined, so it will be intriguing to see if he can maintain this level of performance. Eyong and Mbappé are the two players to keep an eye on heading into this game – who will still the headlines?

Prediction

Madrid will back themselves to continue their perfect start to the season, despite Levante’s impressive displays this term. 

We’re going for a 3-1 win for Alonso’s side, with Mbappé to steal the show.

(Cover image from IMAGO)

You can follow every game from the LaLiga with FotMob this season — featuring deep stats coverage, xG, and player ratings. Download the free app here.