Levante
VillarrealHow did the teams perform?
Levante
Villarreal
Match Stats
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La Liga Standings - Primera División
| Pos | Team | MP | +/- | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Real Madrid | 24 | 53-19 | 34 | 60 |
| 2 |  Barcelona | 23 | 63-23 | 40 | 58 |
| 3 |  Villarreal | 23 | 44-26 | 18 | 45 |
| 4 |  Atletico Madrid | 24 | 38-21 | 17 | 45 |
| 5 |  Real Betis | 24 | 39-29 | 10 | 41 |
| 6 |  Espanyol | 24 | 29-33 | -4 | 35 |
| 7 |  Celta Vigo | 24 | 32-27 | 5 | 34 |
| 8 |  Real Sociedad | 24 | 34-35 | -1 | 31 |
| 9 |  Athletic Club | 24 | 27-34 | -7 | 31 |
| 10 |  Osasuna | 24 | 28-28 | 0 | 30 |
| 11 |  Getafe | 24 | 20-28 | -8 | 29 |
| 12 |  Sevilla | 24 | 31-39 | -8 | 26 |
| 13 |  Alaves | 24 | 21-30 | -9 | 26 |
| 14 |  Valencia | 24 | 25-37 | -12 | 26 |
| 15 |  Girona | 23 | 22-37 | -15 | 26 |
| 16 |  Elche | 24 | 31-35 | -4 | 25 |
| 17 |  Rayo Vallecano | 23 | 21-30 | -9 | 25 |
| 18 |  Mallorca | 24 | 29-39 | -10 | 24 |
| 19 |  Levante | 23 | 26-40 | -14 | 18 |
| 20 |  Oviedo | 23 | 13-36 | -23 | 16 |
Qualification/Relegation
- Promotion - Champions League (League phase)
- Promotion - Europa League (League phase)
- Promotion - Conference League (Qualification)
- Relegation - LaLiga2
Villarreal secured a vital 1-0 away win against struggling Levante, with Georges Mikautadze’s second-half strike proving decisive. Nicolas Pépé provided the crucial assist for the match’s only goal.
The match at Estadio Ciudad de Valencia pitted 19th-placed Levante, battling relegation, against third-placed Villarreal, aiming for a Champions League qualification spot. Levante sought to improve their recent LLDWL form, while Villarreal aimed to strengthen their position.
The opening half saw both teams cautious. Levante tried to control the ball, building play patiently. They held more possession but struggled to create clear chances.
Villarreal defended resolutely, looking for opportunities on the counter-attack. The match grew intense, and the referee booked Carlos Espi for Levante in the 31st minute for a foul.
Just before halftime, Levante’s Isaac Losada also received a yellow card for holding. Despite various attempts, neither goalkeeper was seriously tested. The teams headed into the break level.
At halftime, the score remained goalless. More attacking intent was needed from both sides. Villarreal aimed to convert their fewer but clearer chances, and Levante needed to turn their possession into real threats.
The deadlock finally broke in the 57th minute. Nicolas Pépé delivered an incisive pass. Georges Mikautadze expertly guided the ball home, giving Villarreal a precious lead.
Following the goal, Villarreal’s A. Perez earned a yellow card in the 60th minute, reflecting Levante’s immediate pressure. Levante responded with three substitutions in the 65th minute, introducing Matias Moreno and Ugo Raghouber to find an equalizer.
The Yellow Submarine tightened their defense as Levante pushed forward. Pape Gueye and Santi Comesaña collected late yellow cards for Villarreal, battling to maintain their narrow advantage. Levante’s efforts were frustrated; Jonathan Toljan picked up a yellow card in the 85th minute.
Villarreal’s victory came despite holding only 41% possession. Their attacking threat was clear, boasting an expected goals (xG) of 2.4 compared to Levante’s 1.24. Both goalkeepers, Mathew Ryan and Luiz Júnior, made four saves each, highlighting their solid performances.
This crucial away win strengthens Villarreal’s grip on third place in La Liga, creating distance from their rivals. For Levante, the defeat deepens their relegation worries, leaving them anchored in the bottom three.
