Espanyol vs Levante at the RCDE Stadium in 2025-26 La Liga Matchday 32, with the home side still searching for its first win of 2026 and Levante trying to protect its position in the relegation fight.
Espanyol has had a frustrating recent run, remaining winless in their last 15 league matches in 2026. In contrast, Levante arrives with positive momentum, having secured back-to-back victories over Getafe and Sevilla. Currently in 19th place, Levante has won three of their last four games, demonstrating a significant improvement in form.
This matchup comes with a close recent history; the last meeting ended 1-1, and while Espanyol holds the edge in head-to-head stats, Levante’s recent form makes this a challenging home game.
Espanyol will likely start in control, while Levante will line up compactly. This match feels more like a tactical chess game than an all-out shootout.
Espanyol has been particularly dominant at home, winning 13 of 22 matches hosted at the RCDE Stadium. Levante has managed only 3 wins at this venue historically.
Despite this, Espanyol enters tonight’s match struggling at home, with four defeats in their last six matches at the RCDE Stadium.
Espanyol vs Levante – Date, Time, Predictions, and More
| Match | Espanyol vs Levante |
|---|---|
| Competition | LaLiga – Matchday 32 |
| Date | Monday, April 27, 2026 |
| Kick-off | 21:00 CET / 19:00 UTC |
| Venue | RCDE Stadium |
The fixture is listed by both clubs for Monday, April 27, 2026, with kickoff at 21:00 local time in Barcelona.
Head-to-Head
The reverse meeting earlier this season ended 1-1, and Sports Mole notes that Levante have not beaten Espanyol since June 2020. Espanyol also leads the overall head-to-head record.
| Metric | Espanyol | Draw | Levante |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Wins | 19 | 16 | 10 |
| La Liga Wins | 10 | 12 | 9 |
| Goals Scored | 46 | – | 41 |
Recent Form (Last 5 Meetings)
Espanyol is currently unbeaten in their last five encounters against Levante, securing 3 wins and 2 draws. On 11/01/2026, Levante and Espanyol played to a 1-1 draw in La Liga.
Team News and Analysis
Espanyol Team News
Espanyol are still without long-term absentee Javi Puado, while Fernando Calero needs a late fitness test.
The good news for Manolo González is that Urko González is available again after suspension, and Kike García remains their main attacking reference after leading the club’s scoring chart this season with eight goals.
Levante Team News
Levante will be without Roger Brugue, Unai Elgezabal, Kareem Tunde, and Ivan Romero, with the latter missing through suspension after his yellow card against Sevilla.
Luis Castro has stressed the importance of the match, saying Levante needs the three points, even if he is pleased with how the team is playing.
Espanyol vs Levante Starting XIs
Espanyol Starting XI vs Levante 4-2-3-1: Dmitrovic; El Hilali, Riedel, Cabrera, Romero; González, Terrats; Ngonge, Expósito, Dolan; Kike García.
Levante Starting XI vs Espanyol 4-1-4-1: Ryan; Toljan, Moreno, De la Fuente, Sánchez; V. García, Olasagasti, Raghouber, Martínez, Álvarez; Carlos Espí.
Key Players
Espanyol: Kike García is the obvious focal point, with eight league goals and the experience to decide tight matches. Tyrhys Dolan has also become an important creative outlet for the home side.
Levante: Carlos Espí has scored eight times in 19 LaLiga appearances, which makes him Levante’s biggest goal threat here. Mathew Ryan also matters a lot in a match that could stay close for long spells.
Prediction
Espanyol has the advantage of playing at home, but their failure to secure a league win in 2026 is a significant concern.
Levante, on the other hand, comes into the match with better recent form than their league position indicates. Considering the pressure on both teams, a draw seems like the most sensible prediction.
- Predicted Score: Espanyol 1-1 Levante.
Where to Watch Espanyol vs Levante
Broadcast details vary by territory, and Sofascore notes that TV channels are listed by region for this match. Check local listings for the final channel or streaming option in your area.
- United States:
- TV: ESPN Deportes USA (Spanish-language).
- Streaming: ESPN+, Fubo TV, and Sling TV.
- United Kingdom & Ireland:
- TV: Premier Sports 1.
- Streaming: Disney+ and Premier Player.
- Canada: Available on TSN+.
- Australia: Streaming on beIN Sports Connect.
- South Africa: Broadcast on SuperSport and StarTimes World Football.