Levante vs Real Madrid LIVE - Predicted line-ups and latest updates LaLiga 21/22

Real Madrid started their LaLiga Santander campaign in emphatic fashion, thumping Alaves 4-1 one week ago, and now face a trip to Levante on Sunday evening with the aim of keeping their 100 percent record in tact.

That, coupled with Barcelona dropping points against Athletic Club, means Carlo Ancelotti and Real Madrid can open a two point gap to their great rivals with a win over Levante. The match kicks off at 22:00 CEST and we'll be covering the build-up and the game itself on this live blog.

Levante vs Real Madrid LIVE - Latest updates

Our Levante vs Real Madrid live blog starts here, with the team news as soon as it's out and then minute-by-minute updates from the game itself. Remember, the updates nearest the top are the most recent ones.

Ancelotti is confident in his Real Madrid team

Ahead of the match with Levante, Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti was full of confidence in his players.

"I don't care what happens [in relation to Mbappe] in the next few days," Ancelotti told the press. "Because my squad is very strong.

"Our viewpoint is the same, this squad can compete for everything. We have a lot of top players, and the squad is full of stars. Titles are won when those stars work for the team.

"The atmosphere is very good in the dressing room, and I think the players are motivated and focused on their job. They aren't involved in the transfer market and only talk about preparing well for the games."

What is Real Madrid's probable XI vs Levante?

Real Madrid started life under Carlos Ancelotti in the best possible fashion, and the Real Madrid boss is expected to name a similar side to that which beat Alaves. Gareth Bale and Eden Hazard will likely partner Karim Benzema up top. Meanwhile Isco and Fede Valverde are set to get the nod in midfield, with a central defensive pairing of Eder Militao and Nacho expected.

What time does Levante vs Real Madrid start?

Given the summer heat, kick off times are a little different to the norm and all matches are taking place in the evening. So, this one is a 22:00 CEST kick off local time, which is 16:00 EDT for those on the USA's east coach and which is 21:00 BST for those in the UK.