Levante Defeats Elche, Strengthens La Liga Survival Chances
Levante secured a thrilling victory over Elche with a 3-2 scoreline, significantly enhancing their chances of staying in La Liga. This match, held at Ciutat de València Stadium, marked Levante’s first home win of the season.
Match Overview
Levante entered the match determined to turn their fortunes around, having previously failed to win at home this season. The game kicked off with Elche drawing first blood.
Key Events
- 11th Minute: Elche’s Alvaro Rodriguez scored the opening goal of the match.
- 50th Minute: Levante equalized with Pablo Martinez’s skillful flick.
- Midway Through Second Half: Adrián de la Fuente gave Levante the lead.
- Stoppage Time: Adam Boayar leveled the game for Elche with a remarkable overhead kick.
- 96th Minute: Alan Matturro scored the winner for Levante with a header from a corner kick.
Impact on La Liga Standings
This victory brought Levante to a total of seven points from four matches since Luís Castro took over as head coach. Despite remaining near the bottom of the table, Levante is now four points clear of last place, held by Oviedo, and two points behind Alaves.
Player and Coach Remarks
Pablo Martinez credited the fans for their unwavering support during the match. “Our fans gave us that support, that belief,” he stated, emphasizing their role in securing the crucial win.
Current Standings
Following the match, Elche held onto their position in eighth place in the league, while Levante moved closer to safety. The victory has rejuvenated Levante’s hopes of avoiding relegation.
As the season progresses, Levante will aim to build on this momentum and solidify their place in Spain’s top flight.
