Levante UD captain Roger Brugue has outlined his team's fearless attitude ahead of their upcoming La Liga clash with FC Barcelona. The match, scheduled for Sunday, will pit the tenth-placed side against the league's outright leaders.
According to a report from barcauniversal.com, the midfielder appeared motivated and unburdened. "We’re going in without fear, without complexes and going all out," Brugue stated. The player emphasized the collective spirit of a team that, after a summer of changes, sits tenth with five points from one win, two draws, and one loss. Their goal difference is even, with five scored and five conceded.
What is Levante's form heading into the match?
The Valencian side approaches the fixture following a goalless draw against Malaga. That result preserved their unbeaten home record this season, a streak that actually extends to six consecutive wins at their stadium counting the end of the last campaign. This strong home form will be a key asset against a Barcelona side in unstoppable form, with four straight wins including a 5-0 thrashing of Valencia at Mestalla.
The squad is aware of the challenge. Barcelona leads the table with a perfect record and Levante trails by seven points. You can follow the movement in the standings on our site. Brugue stressed the need for unity: "We don’t have superstars. We have to all pull in the same direction and be a unit."
What is the schedule context?
Preparation for Sunday's game has an added complication. Levante will first play their UEFA Champions League opener against Feyenoord. Managing fatigue and focus between two high-stakes fixtures will be important for the coaching staff. The team must maintain momentum during a decisive week, with their fixtures schedule packed with important dates.
The changes made during the summer aim to give the squad greater depth to handle this dual competitive burden. A transitional preseason appears to have laid a foundation that must now prove its solidity against the reigning champion.
What does facing the leader mean?
The duel against Barcelona is always the ultimate test. For Levante, beyond the result, it's an opportunity to measure their real progress. Facing a rival that has scored fifteen goals and conceded just one in four matchdays will demand extreme tactical perfection and great mental strength.
Brugue's declaration of intent is not bravado, but a statement of necessary confidence. The team cannot afford to feel reverential respect on their own ground. The key will be maintaining the defensive compactness shown against Malaga and being effective on the counter-attack, exploiting any spaces left by an offensive Barcelona.
The entire squad, whose individual data you can check in the stats section, will need to rise to the occasion. The match is scheduled for Sunday, September 13, 2026, at the Ciutat de València stadium.
