La Liga Regular Season - 1
Espanyol vs NS Levante
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/11/2026 | Levante | 1 - 1 | Espanyol | La Liga | Estadio Ciudad de Valencia |
| 02/04/2024 | Espanyol | 2 - 1 | Levante | Segunda División | Stage Front Stadium |
| 09/08/2023 | Levante | 1 - 4 | Espanyol | Segunda División | Estadio Ciudad de Valencia |
| 03/12/2022 | Levante | 1 - 1 | Espanyol | La Liga | Estadio Ciudad de Valencia |
| 12/11/2021 | Espanyol | 4 - 3 | Levante | La Liga | RCDE Stadium |
| 06/20/2020 | Espanyol | 1 - 3 | Levante | La Liga | RCDE Stadium |
| 10/27/2019 | Levante | 0 - 1 | Espanyol | La Liga | Estadio Ciudad de Valencia |
| 04/21/2019 | Levante | 2 - 2 | Espanyol | La Liga | Ciutat de València |
| 09/16/2018 | Espanyol | 1 - 0 | Levante | La Liga | RCDE Stadium |
| 03/04/2018 | Levante | 1 - 1 | Espanyol | La Liga | Ciutat de València |
Espanyol Win
Levante Win
Draw
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Curtain Raiser in Catalonia: Espanyol Welcome Levante
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 62/100. Opening day encounters often lack rhythm, and with both teams primarily focused on avoiding early mistakes, this clash might be more functional than thrilling.
The Setup
The new La Liga season kicks off on August 16, 2026, as Espanyol take on Levante at the RCDE Stadium. Being Matchday 1, the Stakes are understandably low as both managers try to find their competitive feet and integrate new systems. Espanyol enter as slight favorites, boasting a moderate Balance advantage, but neither side features off-the-charts Stars power to immediately blow the opposition away. For the hosts, getting the ball to C. Ngonge in attacking areas will be crucial, while Levante will hope Carlos Álvarez can pull the strings in midfield.
Key Battle
The central midfield clash will dictate the tempo of this match. Espanyol's engine room, anchored by Urko González, must establish dominance against a resilient Levante pressing unit. Without early-season Form to rely on, whichever midfield can string together sustained possession and protect their backline will likely carve out the few decisive chances of the game.
Our Prediction
Espanyol 1-0 Levante. We expect a cagey, tactical affair where the hosts edge it through a second-half set piece. Levante will stay organized, but Espanyol's slight home advantage should see them scrape a narrow victory.
Key Questions
Should I watch this match?
Only if you are a die-hard supporter. The lack of marquee talent makes this a highly skippable fixture for neutrals.
What's the predicted outcome?
A tight 1-0 win for Espanyol, with defenses prevailing over disjointed opening-day attacks.
Where are Espanyol and Levante in the league table?
This is Matchday 1 of the new regular season, so neither team has points or a table position yet.
What is Levante's current form?
As this is the first match of the league season, their competitive form is a blank slate.
Who is expected to win this match?
Espanyol hold a slight edge due to home advantage, though a low-scoring draw is a very realistic possibility.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.