Real Madrid’s unbeaten start to the La Liga season continued on Tuesday evening as they cruised past Levante with a 4-1 victory at the Ciutat de Valencia. Kylian Mbappe grabbed a brace, Vinicius Jr scored a moment of magic with a trivela finish, and teenager Franco Mastantuono opened his account for the club as Xabi Alonso’s side made it six wins from six.
Despite the scoreline, the match carried its moments of tension. Levante were spirited in front of their home crowd and briefly threatened to derail Madrid’s winning streak, but the star power of Mbappe and Vinicius ultimately proved decisive. With the Madrid derby looming this weekend, Los Blancos look sharp, confident, and increasingly cohesive under Alonso’s management.
A Magical Start from Vinicius
Madrid dominated early possession, probing patiently while Levante goalkeeper Mathew Ryan was kept busy with a string of saves. The breakthrough arrived in spectacular fashion. Vinicius Jr, who has been working his way back to top form after a few inconsistent outings, produced a dazzling trivela strike. Using the outside of his boot, the Brazilian curled the ball perfectly into the far corner, leaving Ryan with no chance. It was a moment of artistry that showcased Vinicius at his unpredictable best.
The goal settled Madrid, who doubled their lead shortly afterward. Young Argentine prodigy Franco Mastantuono, given another start by Alonso as part of his rotation policy, shrugged off his marker with composure and rifled the ball into the roof of the net. At just 17, Mastantuono continues to impress with his maturity and fearlessness, and this goal marked his first for Real Madrid in La Liga — a milestone that was celebrated by teammates and fans alike.
Levante Strike Back
Despite Madrid’s dominance, Levante refused to roll over. Their persistence paid off just before the hour mark. A hopeful ball into the box took a wicked deflection that completely wrong-footed Thibaut Courtois. The spin carried it over the Belgian goalkeeper and dropped kindly for Etta Eyong, who nodded into an empty net.
The goal lifted Levante’s spirits and injected some tension into the match. For a brief spell, the hosts pushed higher up the pitch and Madrid’s defense looked uncomfortable. Young defenders Dean Huijsen and Álvaro Carreras held their ground, but the sense was growing that Madrid needed another goal to put the contest beyond doubt.
Mbappe Takes Control
That moment arrived in the 60th minute, and unsurprisingly it was Kylian Mbappe who delivered. After being relatively quiet in the first half, the Frenchman burst into life when Madrid were awarded a penalty. Calm under pressure, he sent Ryan the wrong way to restore the two-goal cushion.
Just minutes later, Mbappe struck again. Arda Güler, who had been quiet for most of the evening, produced a sublime pass to split the Levante defense. Mbappe latched onto it with his trademark acceleration and slotted home with precision, sealing his brace and putting the game to bed at 4-1.
The double took Mbappe’s tally for the season to an impressive level and further underlined his importance to this Madrid side. With every passing game, his connection with Vinicius is growing stronger, offering Los Blancos a lethal attacking partnership that can trouble any defense in Europe.
Alonso’s Growing Project
While the result was emphatic, Madrid’s performance was not flawless. Defensive lapses and occasional midfield sloppiness showed there is still work to be done. However, Xabi Alonso’s willingness to rotate his squad — handing minutes to young talents like Mastantuono, Güler, and Huijsen — reflects both his confidence in the depth of his side and his long-term vision.
The blend of youthful energy and established stars is beginning to take shape, and although some passages of play appeared scrappy, Madrid’s ability to lean on their big names made the difference. Vinicius, Mbappe, and Mastantuono all provided moments of individual brilliance that turned the game firmly in their favor.
Eyes on the Derby
With this victory, Real Madrid maintained their perfect record in La Liga, sitting at the top of the table with six wins from six. The timing could not be better as they prepare for the Madrid derby against Atlético at the weekend, a match that will test their credentials further.
Levante, despite the defeat, showed heart and determination. Eyong’s goal gave them a brief glimmer of hope, and Ryan’s goalkeeping heroics prevented an even heavier scoreline. They remain a spirited side, but the gulf in quality between the two squads was evident.
For Madrid, the 4-1 triumph was more than just another win. It was a statement that their attack — spearheaded by Mbappe and Vinicius, with support from emerging talents — is hitting its stride. The pieces may not all fit perfectly yet, but Alonso’s project is gathering momentum, and Los Blancos look every bit the title contenders their fans expect them to be.
