Espanyol vs Levante

La LigaMatchweek 32

Espanyol

Full Time
0–0
HT: 0–0

Levante

Ref: Mateo Busquets Ferrer, SpainStage Front Stadium, Cornella de Llobregat · 40,423 cap
Fipster Pick
DrawlowHit

Match recap

Espanyol and Levante drew 0–0 in their La Liga fixture. Expected-goals data put the chance balance at 0.57 for Espanyol versus 1.02 for Levante. Espanyol sit 11th in the La Liga table while Levante are 16th.

Fipster’s pre-match call

Predicted

1-1 Draw

Actual

0–0

✓ Called it

Analysis

Espanyol hosts Levante in what promises to be a closely contested La Liga fixture. Both teams have had their struggles this season, and this match could be a classic case of neither side wanting to lose.

Espanyol sits comfortably mid-table in 12th place with 38 points, while Levante is battling near the relegation zone in 19th with 32 points. Both teams have shown mixed form, making this a crucial game for Levante to claw back some ground.

Espanyol's Kike García is the key man to watch, boasting 6 goals this season and strong recent form, making him a focal point in attack. Levante, on the other hand, is missing some offensive firepower due to injuries, which could limit their goal threat. Both sides have defensive vulnerabilities, suggesting a balanced game likely to end in a draw.

Prediction

Our prediction is a 1-1 draw, with a goalless first half giving way to goals in the second. The match is expected to be competitive but evenly matched, with a total of around three cards likely to keep things spicy but fair.

Outcome probability

Espanyol 33%Draw 35%Levante 32%

Key Insights

Injury Impacthigh

Key Defensive Absences for Espanyol

Carlos Romero and Edu Expósito injuries weaken defense and midfield creativity, reducing attacking support.

Tactical Advantagehigh

Kike García as Primary Scoring Threat

García's consistent scoring and recent form make him focal point against Levante's leaky defense.

Statistical Edgemedium

Espanyol's Home Scoring Slightly Better

Espanyol averages 1.2 goals at home vs Levante's 1.1 away, indicating slight home attacking edge.

Form Momentummedium

Levante's Key Scorers Missing

Levante's top scorer Carlos Espí is injured, reducing their offensive threat and favoring Espanyol's defense.

Tactical Advantagemedium

Set-Piece Threat from Defenders

Defenders like L. Cabrera have good passing and assist stats, potential source of set-piece assists.

Key Takeaways

In summary, expect a tight, tactical battle with both teams sharing points. Espanyol's home advantage and key players like Kike García will be tested by a Levante side desperate to avoid defeat. A 1-1 draw seems the fairest outcome.

  • Espanyol is 12th in La Liga with 38 points from 32 games.
  • Levante is 19th with 32 points from 32 games, fighting relegation.
  • Kike García has scored 6 goals this season, including 3 in the last 10 games.
  • Levante's top scorer Carlos Espí is injured, reducing their attacking threat.
  • Espanyol averages 1.2 goals per home game, slightly better than Levante's 1.1 away.
  • The predicted total cards count is 3, indicating a moderately physical game.

Player Insights

Standout players Fipster expects to impact the match — curated highlights, not full squad lists

Home — Espanyol

Kike García

Kike García

Attacker

Espanyol

Total Goals
6
League avg: 1.18
31 played
15 starts
1529 mins
~49 mins/game
Roberto Fernández

Roberto Fernández

Attacker

Espanyol

Total Goals
6
League avg: 1.18
32 played
21 starts
2022 mins
~63 mins/game
Pere Milla

Pere Milla

Midfielder

Espanyol

Total Goals
6
League avg: 1.18
28 played
22 starts
1755 mins
~63 mins/game

Away — Levante

No standout top scorers flagged for Levante

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