Real Madrid coach Rafa Benitez was pleased with Jese Rodriguez's performance in victory over Levante.

Jese struck in the 3-0 triumph.

"He was much closer to what we all expect of him. He's a player with quality and talent, and he has to make the most of his chances. That's the way it is at Real Madrid; the demands are really high and all his team-mates are very good," said Benitez.

"He has to work the way he did today, penetrating defences, and do that continually. It's very positive for me and for every Real Madrid fan. He has to keep that up because there is a lot of competition.

"There were several positives today: seven academy products on the bench and the odd one on the pitch, the entrances of Lucas [Vázquez] and Jesé that injected energy, speed and penetration, and Marcos Llorente's debut. A lot of positive aspects in the assessment of the game, and the team is up at the top of the table."