Levante vs Alavés: A Crucial La Liga Encounter
The Ciutat de València stadium is set to host a pivotal La Liga clash between Levante and Deportivo Alavés on February 27th, 2026. Both teams are embroiled in a fierce relegation battle, making this match a ‘six-pointer’ with significant implications for their respective survival hopes.
Alavés’ Recent Form and Team News
Despite a challenging season, Alavés has shown resilience, recently securing a victory against Espanyol and a valuable draw against Sevilla. Their last match against Girona ended in a draw, despite taking the lead, showcasing their ability to compete against strong opposition. Manager Eduardo Coudet faces speculation regarding a potential move to River Plate, but has publicly dismissed any agreements. Currently, Alavés sits three points above the relegation zone, having accumulated 8 points from their last 15 available.
The Babazorros will have a nearly full squad available, with only Koski still undergoing adaptation. This provides Coudet with options as he looks to secure vital points.
Levante’s Struggles and Injury Concerns
Levante, on the other hand, are struggling, particularly at home, where they are the worst performing team in the league with only 7 points earned in front of their fans. Their first home win of the season came in mid-January against Elche (3-2). While the arrival of Luis Castro brought some optimism, results haven’t improved, with four consecutive defeats leaving them seven points from safety.
Adding to their woes, Levante will be without Brugui, Pablo, and Elgezabal due to injury, and Arriaga is suspended. This creates significant challenges for Castro in assembling a competitive lineup.
Head-to-Head Record
Although Alavés secured a victory in the first encounter at Mendi, the head-to-head record at the Ciutat de València is remarkably balanced. Levante boasts 2 wins, 2 losses, and just one draw in their last five home games against Alavés. Notably, their last visit was a tense playoff final for promotion to La Liga, decided by a late goal from Villalibre.
Predicted Lineups
Based on current form and available players, the likely starting lineups are:
- Alavés: Sivera, Tenaglia, Jonny, Pacheco, Yussi, Ibañez, Blanco, Aleña, Angel, Toni, Boye
- Levante: Ryan, Moreno, Dela, Toljan, Sanchez, Olasagasti, Raghouber, Carlos A, Romero, Tunde, Eyong
What to Expect
This match promises to be a tense and hard-fought affair. Alavés’ recent form and relatively healthy squad give them a slight advantage, but Levante’s desperation for points could make them dangerous opponents. The home crowd will be crucial for Levante, but they need to overcome their poor home record to have any chance of securing a positive result.
Further Reading:
- OneFootball – Latest Football News
- DAZN News – Sports News and Analysis
- ESPN – La Liga
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