Overview
- Real Madrid face Levante at the Santiago Bernabéu on Saturday, January 17 at 14:00, with television coverage on Movistar Plus+.
- Álvaro Arbeloa asked supporters for backing and said he alone will be responsible for results, pledging exhaustive work to lift performances.
- Arbeloa confirmed Mbappé feels better and is called up, stated Rodrygo will not be available, and noted several players missed Friday’s training session as precautions.
- Local coverage frames the game as a de facto plebiscite after defeats in the Supercopa and Copa del Rey exposed deeper concerns over planning and midfield balance since the exits of Toni Kroos and Luka Modric.
- The coach outlined a direct, front‑foot style and emphasized restoring fitness with Antonio Pintus, aiming for a team that shows character and clarity from the first minute.