Real Madrid secured a comfortable 2-0 home win over Levante at the Santiago Bernabéu in a Spanish La Liga fixture on January 17, 2026. The result was a routine victory for the title-chasing giants, who controlled the match from start to finish against a defensively organized opponent. Madrid broke the deadlock in the first half after sustained pressure, with their star forward finishing from close range. Levante defended resolutely but offered little threat going forward, allowing Madrid to dominate possession. The second goal came midway through the second half, a powerful strike from outside the box that gave the Levante goalkeeper no chance. The only blemish for Madrid was a late injury to a key midfielder, which will be a concern for the manager. The three points keep Madrid firmly in the hunt for the La Liga title, while Levante's positive recent run comes to an end. Madrid's manager said it was a "professional performance," while the Levante coach admitted, "It's very difficult to get anything here."