Levante vs Barcelona

Levante started the La Liga season with a bright display at the Estadio Ciudad de Valencia, quickly taking control of the match. Iván Romero opened the scoring in the 15th minute following a fast counter-attack, giving the home side an early advantage and setting the tone for a competitive encounter.

Just before halftime, Levante extended their lead when José Luis Morales converted a penalty in the 45+7th minute after a handball from Alejandro Balde. The two-goal cushion gave Levante confidence and put Barcelona on the back foot, creating an intense first-half atmosphere.

Barcelona came out after the break determined to overturn the deficit. In the 49th minute, Pedri scored a stunning long-range effort assisted by Lamine Yamal, followed closely by Ferran Torres’ equalizer from a Raphinha cross in the 52nd minute. The quick turnaround shifted momentum firmly in Barcelona’s favor.

The match reached a dramatic climax in stoppage time when Levante’s Unai Elgezabal scored an own goal, giving Barcelona the lead for the first time. Despite the setback, Levante fought valiantly until the final whistle, ultimately showing resilience even in defeat.

Statistically, Barcelona dominated possession with 82.6% and registered 11 shots on target compared to Levante’s five. Levante’s spirited performance, however, highlighted their attacking potential and defensive resolve, leaving fans optimistic despite the narrow loss. The result sets an intriguing stage for both sides in the opening week of La Liga.

Watch and Download Levante vs Barcelona full match replay and highlights, At Saturday, August 23, 2025. The match played at Estadio Ciudad de Valencia, in LaLiga, Spain.

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