Mbappe and Asencio Deliver for Arbeloa as Pressure Eases at the Bernabéu
Real Madrid steadied the ship on Saturday with a comfortable 2-0 victory over Levante at the Bernabéu, providing a crucial response to a difficult week and new manager Álvaro Arbeloa with his first win in charge.
After suffering back-to-back defeats, including a damaging Copa del Rey exit to Albacete, the pressure was mounting at the Spanish capital. The team delivered a focused, if unspectacular, performance to ease those tensions. Kylian Mbappe, returning from a knee issue, opened the scoring from the penalty spot before Raúl Asencio headed home a second to seal the points.
“The room for error is small,” a Real Madrid source noted after the match, highlighting the importance of the result. With Barcelona setting a relentless pace at the top, every point is precious. The win cuts the gap at the summit to just one point, keeping Madrid firmly in the title race.
Mbappe’s return proved pivotal. The French forward, who has now scored 30 goals across all competitions this season, slotted home his penalty with composure, showcasing why he remains the team’s primary attacking force. For Levante, who remain in the relegation zone, it was a grim afternoon where they failed to muster a single shot on target.
For Arbeloa, the victory offers a vital first step and a moment of breathing room after a turbulent start. While the performance was routine, the three points were absolutely essential, providing a foundation to build upon as the title chase intensifies.
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