Levante vs Alaves Preview: Predictions, Team News, Lineups

Levante will play Alaves on Friday night, looking to end a troubling streak in La Liga. Currently, Levante sits at the bottom of the table in 19th place, trailing 17th-placed Elche by seven points. Meanwhile, Alaves holds 14th place, just three points above the relegation zone.

Match Preview: Levante vs. Alaves

Levante’s season has been challenging, with a record of four wins, six draws, and 15 losses from 25 matches, totaling just 18 points. The team is struggling, having lost its last four matches. Their defeats came against Athletic Bilbao, Valencia, Villarreal, and Barcelona, following a recent victory against Elche and a draw with Atletico Madrid.

The Frogs have the worst home record of any team this season, managing only seven points from 12 matches with one win. With their next four fixtures against Alaves, Girona, Rayo Vallecano, and Real Oviedo, each game becomes crucial in determining their survival prospects.

Alaves: Recent Form

Alaves recently drew 2-2 against Girona, which left them in a moderately secure position at 14th in the standings. Their away performance has also been disappointing, as they have accumulated only eight points from 12 matches, with just two victories to date. This season, Alaves has scored only seven goals in away games, contrasting with Levante’s tally of 11 home goals.

Historical performances indicate Alaves has been mostly effective against Levante, winning 17 out of their last 31 encounters, including a 2-1 victory earlier this season. However, Levante has managed to win three of their last six matchups against Alaves.

Team News and Lineup Expectations

• Levante will miss Kervin Arriaga due to suspension.
• Pablo Martinez, Unai Elgezabal, and Roger Brugue are sidelined with injuries.
• Ivan Romero, who has scored four times this season, will likely lead Levante’s attack.

• Alaves will again be without Ville Koski, who has a muscle injury.
• Lucas Boye, who scored twice against Girona, is expected to partner with Toni Martinez in the front line.
• Denis Suarez is pushing for a starting position but may not secure a spot in the XI.

Projected Starting Lineups

Considering their struggles, both teams may find it hard to secure a victory. With Levante’s poor home form and Alaves’ unsuccessful away record, a goalless draw seems a realistic outcome for this crucial match.