Levante vs Alaves Preview: Prediction, Team News, Lineups
Levante is set to face Alaves in a critical La Liga match this Friday night. Both teams are navigating challenging seasons in Spain’s top flight.
Match Preview: Levante vs. Alaves
Levante currently stands at 19th place in the La Liga standings, struggling with only 18 points from 25 matches. Their record includes four wins, six draws, and 15 defeats, and they are seven points behind the crucial 17th position, occupied by Elche. This match is vital as Levante aims to break a streak of four consecutive losses, which includes defeats from Athletic Bilbao, Valencia, Villarreal, and Barcelona.
Levante’s Home Struggles
Levante’s performance at home has been particularly dismal. They have secured just seven points from 12 matches, with only one win. The upcoming fixtures against Alaves, Girona, Rayo Vallecano, and Real Oviedo are essential for their fight against relegation.
Alaves’ Position and Recent Form
Conversely, Alaves sits in 14th place, having collected three points more than the relegation zone. They drew 2-2 with Girona in their most recent outing. Despite the mid-table position, Alaves has had a difficult season on the road, achieving only eight points from 12 away games and scoring merely seven goals away from home.
Head-to-Head Statistics
- Alaves has a historical advantage over Levante, with 17 wins, 6 draws, and 8 losses in 31 matches.
- The team secured a 2-1 victory in their previous encounter this season.
- Alaves has won the last two matches against Levante, but Levante won three of the last six meetings.
Team News and Lineups
Levante’s lineup will see Kervin Arriaga suspended, with Pablo Martinez, Unai Elgezabal, and Roger Brugue sidelined due to injuries. Ivan Romero, who has netted four goals this season, will be crucial in the attacking third.
On the other hand, Alaves will miss Ville Koski due to a muscular injury. Lucas Boye, who scored twice in the last match, is expected to lead the attack alongside Toni Martinez. Denis Suarez could push for a starting spot but is likely to remain on the bench.
Predicted Lineups
| Levante | Alaves |
|---|---|
| Ryan | Sivera |
| Toljan | Otto |
| Dela | Tenaglia |
| Matturro | Parada |
| Sanchez | Yusi |
| Rey | Perez |
| Olasagasti | Ibanez |
| Tunde | Blanco |
| Alvarez | Alena |
| V Garcia | Martinez |
| Romero | Boye |
Match Prediction
Given Levante’s struggles at home and Alaves’ difficulties on the road, a goalless draw could be a realistic outcome for this match. Both teams will seek to secure points, making it a crucial encounter in the context of the La Liga standings.
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