Levante starts the 2026‑27 season with a crystal‑clear goal: secure its LaLiga status before the schedule gets tougher. After finishing 2025 in 19th place with 29 points (7 wins, 8 draws, 16 losses) and a -15 goal difference, the club is determined to dodge another relegation scare.
What happened last season?
The granota side hovered near the drop zone, spending most of the campaign in the relegation zone and flirting with a return to Segunda División. Inconsistent offense and defense, scoring only 35 goals while conceding 50, left them vulnerable. A recent run of results WLWDD added to fan anxiety.
Who are the key players?
The comeback of Etta Eyong is vital; the striker netted 6 goals in the first half of the previous campaign and was LaLiga’s breakout star before disappearing from the coach’s plans. Meanwhile, Carlos Espí kept his form, scoring 11 times and delivering the points that kept Levante out of the relegation pit. Both must rediscover top form for the club to meet its objectives.
How can Levante stabilize?
The team is not a newly promoted side, giving it a sturdier platform to fight for survival. The manager’s plan will focus on tightening the back line, cutting down goals against, and leveraging Espí’s attacking experience. The upcoming clash against Barcelona (away, 2027‑02‑21) will be a litmus test; despite the Catalans sitting 50 points clear at the top, a solid performance could boost Levante’s morale.
What lies ahead?
With the season yet to begin, Levante must build squad cohesion and regain lost confidence. The priority is to collect three points early on, moving away from the relegation zone and creating a safety cushion. Every win will be essential to turn the narrative from "avoiding headaches" into a story of stability and progress in Spain’s top flight.
