Real Madrid wins and Xabi Alonso puts Álvaro Carreras in his place: 'You're a ba...'

Last night, Real Madrid clearly prevailed at Estadio Ciutat de València against a Levante team that could barely withstand the white team's attacks. Xabi Alonso's pupils dominated the match from start to finish and delivered a convincing performance in every sense. Mbappé scored a brace, Vinícius netted a superb goal, and Mastantuono opened his account as a Madridist.

The match was comfortable for the visitors for much of the game. The difference in individual quality was evident and allowed Real Madrid to control the pace of the match without too many complications. Only a timid surge from Levante in the second half after Etta Eyong's goal brought some excitement to the evening, but Mbappé quickly appeared to seal the match.

Beyond the goals and the victory, the positive news came from the defense. Xabi Alonso decided to rest Militao and chose Álvaro Carreras as center-back, even though it's not his natural position. The "17" replied with an outstanding performance that surprised both teammates and outsiders.

Álvaro Carreras shines against Levante and sends a message to Xabi Alonso

Álvaro Carreras showed tactical intelligence and personality for such a demanding challenge. To everyone's surprise, he took the field as a center-back and performed at a high level: He anticipated numerous plays, knew how to time his actions, and was a wall in individual duels. His physical display allowed him to dominate in open space and neutralize Levante's offensive attempts.

The statistics clearly reflect his great match. Álvaro Carreras made 16 recoveries, a figure that no Real Madrid player had reached since Sergio Ramos in 2019. His solidity was one of the keys to ensuring the team didn't suffer at the back at any time.

The former Benfica player's performance confirms that his signing for 50 million euros has been a complete success. Álvaro Carreras has made an immediate impact at Bernabéu and has already earned the fans' trust. His versatility is a highly valuable asset for Xabi Alonso's new project.

Xabi Alonso is clear: "Álvaro Carreras is a cannon, the best signing of the year"

Xabi is delighted with what Carreras brings both on and off the field. He knows he can use him as a full-back or as a center-back, and that he'll always respond at a very high level. That reliability has quickly earned him a place in the squad.

In the locker room, there are already voices highlighting his impact from day one. Some teammates claim that Álvaro Carreras "is a cannon, the best signing of the year". This statement reflects the respect and admiration he has earned in just a few weeks.

Real Madrid celebrates a clear victory and strengthens their confidence ahead of upcoming fixtures. Most importantly, they've found in Álvaro Carreras a talent who could define an era at the club. If he keeps up this progression, the future will be his.