Levante vs Álaves: Win to Breathe Easier
In the 26th round of Liga EA Sports, Levante will face Deportivo Álaves at the Ciutat de Valencia Stadium. The match is set for 21:00 hours and will be broadcast on Movistar+. Levante is looking to improve its standing as they struggle at home, having only secured 7 points this season. Their latest victory came in mid-January against Elche, where they won 3-2.
Levante’s Recent Performance
Levante has encountered difficulties, currently sitting at the bottom of the home table. Since the arrival of coach Luis Castro, the team has not seen significant improvement, recording four consecutive losses and remaining 7 points away from safety. Key players Brugui, Pablo, and Elgezabal are injured, while Arriaga is suspended.
Álaves Optimistic But Cautious
Deportivo Álaves arrives for the match with a mix of optimism and caution. After a pivotal victory over Espanyol and a draw against Sevilla, they sit just 3 points above the relegation zone. In their last match against Girona, they managed only a draw despite taking an early lead.
Coach and Player News
- Coach Coudet faced rumors about a potential move to River Plate but has denied any agreements.
- Álaves has achieved 8 points from their last 15 available.
- They have a full squad available, aside from Koski, who is still adapting.
Head-to-Head Statistics
Historically, matches between Levante and Álaves have been closely contested at the Ciutat. While Álaves won the reverse fixture at Mendi, overall statistics show an even matchup with:
| Results | Count |
|---|---|
| Wins Levante | 2 |
| Wins Álaves | 2 |
| Draws | 1 |
Expected Line-ups
The probable starting line-ups for both teams are as follows:
- Álaves: Sivera, Tenaglia, Jonny, Pacheco, Yussi, Ibañez, Blanco, Aleña, Angel, Toni, Boye
- Levante: Ryan, Moreno, Dela, Toljan, Sanchez, Olasagasti, Raghouber, Carlos A, Romero, Tunde, Eyong
This match represents a crucial opportunity for both teams to secure valuable points in their respective battles for safety in the league.
