Levante vs Espanyol takes place in Round 19 of the 2025–26 La Liga season, with kick-off scheduled for 20:45 PM on Sunday, 11 January 2026. The match will be played at Estadio Ciudad de Valencia in Valencia, Spain, under mild winter conditions with temperatures around 16°C on a grass surface.
This fixture brings together a Levante side showing signs of recovery and confidence at home against an Espanyol team that has been more consistent overall and currently carries stronger momentum in the league table. Based strictly on the provided data—recent form, head-to-head record, squad availability, and predicted lineups—Espanyol enter as narrow favorites, but Levante have enough attacking threat to keep the contest competitive.
Match Overview – Levante vs Espanyol
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Fixture | Levante vs Espanyol |
| Competition | La Liga |
| Matchweek | Round 19 |
| Date & Kick-Off | Sunday, 11 January 2026 – 20:45 PM |
| Venue | Estadio Ciudad de Valencia |
| Location | Valencia, Spain |
| Capacity | 25,534 |
| Surface | Grass |
| Weather | 16°C – Mild |
Levante are expected to operate in a 4-4-2 system, focusing on direct attacking play, quick wide transitions, and strong forward combinations between Etta Eyong and Iván Romero. Espanyol’s 4-4-2 offers more balance, with experienced defenders and midfield control supporting efficient counter-attacks.
Recent Form Guide – Levante vs Espanyol
Levante – Last 5 Matches
| Date | Result | Opponent |
|---|---|---|
| 04/01/2026 | Win | Sevilla (3–0) |
| 20/12/2025 | Draw | Real Sociedad (1–1) |
| 17/12/2025 | Loss | Cultural Leonesa (0–1) |
| 08/12/2025 | Loss | Osasuna (0–2) |
| 03/12/2025 | Win | Cieza (1–0) |
Espanyol – Last 5 Matches
| Date | Result | Opponent |
|---|---|---|
| 03/01/2026 | Loss | Barcelona (0–2) |
| 22/12/2025 | Win | Athletic Bilbao (2–1) |
| 13/12/2025 | Win | Getafe (1–0) |
| 07/12/2025 | Win | Rayo Vallecano (1–0) |
| 04/12/2025 | Loss | Baleares (0–1) |
Head-to-Head – Levante vs Espanyol
Last 5 Meetings
| Date | Competition | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 4, 2024 | LaLiga 2 | Espanyol 2–1 Levante |
| Sep 8, 2023 | LaLiga 2 | Levante 1–4 Espanyol |
| Mar 12, 2022 | LaLiga | Levante 1–1 Espanyol |
| Dec 11, 2021 | LaLiga | Espanyol 4–3 Levante |
| Jun 20, 2020 | LaLiga | Espanyol 1–3 Levante |
Espanyol have won three of the last five meetings, often scoring multiple goals. Historically, this matchup tends to produce goals, especially when Espanyol control midfield tempo.
Top Scorers
- Levante: Etta Eyong – 6 goals, 3 assists (15 matches)
- Espanyol: Pere Milla – 6 goals (16 matches)
Both sides rely heavily on their leading scorers, with Pere Milla’s intelligent movement and Eyong’s physical presence likely to play decisive roles.
Predicted Lineups – Levante vs Espanyol
Levante (4-4-2)
Mathew Ryan – Jeremy Toljan, Adrián De La Fuente, Matías Moreno, Diego Pampín – Carlos Álvarez, Pablo Martínez, Kervin Arriaga, Iker Losada – Etta Eyong, Iván Romero
Espanyol (4-4-2)
Marko Dmitrović – Omar El Hilali, Fernando Calero, Leandro Cabrera, Carlos Romero – Tyrhys Dolan, Urko González, Edu Expósito, Pere Milla – Roberto Fernández, Kike García
Final lineups will be confirmed one hour before kick-off.
Unavailable Players
| Team | Missing Players | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Levante | Unai Elgezabal, Víctor García, Goduine Koyalipou, Roger Brugué | Injury |
| Espanyol | Pol Lozano | Suspension |
Levante’s injury list is longer, particularly affecting squad depth, while Espanyol only miss one suspended midfielder.
Statistical Projection – Levante vs Espanyol
| Metric | Levante | Espanyol |
|---|---|---|
| Win Probability | 28% | 42% |
| Draw Probability | 30% | – |
| Possession | 45–48% | 52–55% |
| Shots on Target | 4–6 | 6–8 |
| Expected Goals (xG) | 1.2–1.5 | 1.8–2.2 |
| Clean Sheet Probability | 20% | 27% |
| Total Goals Range | 2–3 Goals | – |
| Most Likely Scorer | Etta Eyong | Pere Milla |
Final Score Prediction
Levante 1–2 Espanyol
Likely Scorers
- Espanyol: Pere Milla, Kike García
- Levante: Etta Eyong
Espanyol’s stronger recent form, better defensive balance, and head-to-head advantage give them the edge, though Levante are expected to score at home.
Confidence Levels
- Espanyol Win: 42%
- Draw: 30%
- Levante Win: 28%
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Suggested Tips (Informational Only)
- Espanyol to Win
- Over 1.5 Total Goals
- Espanyol Over 1.0 Team Goals
- Anytime Scorer: Pere Milla
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FAQs – Levante vs Espanyol
1.What time is Levante vs Espanyol?
Kick-off is at 20:45 PM on Sunday, 11 January 2026.
2.Where will the match be played?
At Estadio Ciudad de Valencia, Valencia, Spain.
3.What is the predicted score for Levante vs Espanyol?
A 2–1 away win for Espanyol is the most likely outcome.
4.Who are the key players to watch?
Etta Eyong for Levante and Pere Milla for Espanyol.