Match Insights

Match Report

Levante's 2-0 victory over Alaves was a testament to their tactical superiority and resilience. While Alaves dominated possession with 51%, Levante's clinical finishing and organized defense proved to be the difference.

Levante's first goal came in the 88th minute, when midfielder Cristian Espi's powerful strike found the back of the net after a well-worked team move. The home side's second goal in the 90+1' minute was a similar story, with Espi again on the scoresheet, this time assisted by Etta Eyong.

The tactical reason behind Levante's win was their ability to absorb pressure and counterattack effectively. The home side registered 22 total shots, with 15 coming inside the box, compared to Alaves' 17 shots and 11 inside the box. Levante's expected goals of 2.48 were nearly double Alaves' 1.31, indicating their superior chance creation.

The tactical failure that cost Alaves the game was their inability to capitalize on their possession advantage. Despite having more of the ball, the away side struggled to create clear-cut chances, managing just 7 shots on target. Alaves' poor discipline also played a role, as they received 6 yellow cards and 1 red card, reducing their ability to press and harass Levante's attackers.