Real Madrid welcomes Levante to the Santiago Bernabeu this Saturday, January 17th, in a La Liga match with significant implications for both sides. This fixture marks the first league game under new Real Madrid manager Álvaro Arbeloa, who suffered a surprising Copa del Rey defeat in his debut.
Match Details and Stakes
Kickoff is scheduled for 8 a.m. ET / 5 a.m. PT in the US and Canada, 1 p.m. GMT in the UK, and midnight AEDT in Australia. Real Madrid, currently trailing league leaders Barcelona by four points, will aim to secure a win against a Levante side fighting to avoid relegation. Despite being in the drop zone (19th place), Levante has shown signs of improvement under Luis Castro, remaining unbeaten in their last three matches.
Where to Stream the Game: Global Options
The availability of the match varies by region:
- United States: The game will air on ESPN Select.
- United Kingdom: Premier Sports holds exclusive broadcasting rights, with the match available on its La Liga TV channel and Premier Sports Player. Subscriptions start from £8.
- Canada: TSN Plus will stream the match live, complementing its linear channel coverage.
- Australia: beIN Sports (beIN Sports 1 and BeIn Sports Connect) carries the live broadcast, with subscriptions starting at AU$16 per month.
Arbeloa’s Debut Under Pressure
Arbeloa took over from Xavi Alonso following a shock Copa del Rey exit against Albacete. The pressure is on to deliver results in La Liga, where Real Madrid must close the gap on Barcelona to maintain title aspirations. Levante, while struggling, has proven a difficult opponent under Castro’s leadership.
The stakes are high for both teams: Real Madrid needs to keep pace at the top, while Levante desperately fights to escape relegation. This game will be a test of Arbeloa’s leadership and Real Madrid’s ability to perform consistently.
This match presents a critical early test for Real Madrid’s new manager, and for Levante, it’s a chance to prove their recent form is not a fluke. Fans worldwide can access the broadcast through the streaming options detailed above, ensuring they don’t miss a moment of this crucial La Liga encounter.
