Athenea Delivers Justice, Prepares Madrid for the Super Derby Challenge
Real Madrid Women achieved a significant victory against Levante, with Athenea del Castillo scoring two crucial goals. This match marked Madrid’s return to form as they prepare for the upcoming Super Derby challenge.
Athenea Leads Real Madrid to Victory
The match took place on January 17, 2026, as part of the Primera División. Athenea’s double helped Real Madrid secure three essential points against the bottom-placed Levante.
Key Match Events
- Goals:
- 10′ – Athenea del Castillo (Real Madrid) – opened the scoring with a left-footed shot.
- 24′ – Athenea del Castillo (Real Madrid) – doubled the lead after receiving a pass from Sara Däbritz.
- 32′ – Dolores Silva (Levante) – scored the lone goal for Levante, bringing them back into contention.
- Other Notable Players:
- Érika González (Levante) – contributed significantly with her playmaking.
- Sara Däbritz (Real Madrid) – assisted in both goals by Athenea.
- Match Statistics:
Statistic Value Total Shots 22 (Real Madrid) vs. 10 (Levante) Shots on Target 9 (Real Madrid) vs. 4 (Levante)
Lineups and Tactical Changes
Real Madrid, managed by Irune Dorado for the second consecutive match, saw several tactical rotations. Young players like Hanna Bennison and experienced figures like Däbritz were instrumental in the game.
- Real Madrid Starting XI:
- Misa (Goalkeeper)
- Athenea del Castillo
- Sara Däbritz
- Linda Caicedo
- Levante Starting XI:
- Andrea Tarazona (Goalkeeper)
- Érika González
- Dolores Silva
Despite a dominant performance, Real Madrid faced competitive challenges from Levante, showcasing a fight from the bottom side. Athenea’s performance, however, ensured the victory, allowing Madrid to look forward confidently to the Super Derby at 19:15.
