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Espanyol vs Levante Prediction, Tips & Odds

Espanyol vs Levante

La LigaRegular Season - 1
Espanyol
#5 · La Liga
LWLDD
3 - 0
RCDE Stadium, Cornella de Llobregat
Levante
#20 · La Liga
LWLWW
★ OUR PICK
Both Teams to Score
Both attacks have been productive and both defences leaky — both teams to score carries the edge.
BTTS
1.95
BEST ODDS
Our pick: Bookmakers offer average 1.89 (implied 53.0%) for Both Teams to Score. Our experts calculate a 55.5% probability (an expert ratio of 1.80). We chose this bet because our experts rate it more likely than the bookmaker price implies (55.5% vs 53.0%), driven by both attacks scoring freely while both defences look leaky. That edge makes it our most confident selection for this match.

Match Preview

The model favours Espanyol to win against Levante, projecting a scoreline of 2-1. Despite both teams starting the season with no matches played, Espanyol's recent form suggests a positive trajectory. They have gone unbeaten in their last five matches, securing two wins and three draws. Their ability to maintain a solid defensive record, combined with a slight edge in attacking output, makes them a strong contender in this matchup. On the other hand, Levante's recent form shows a mix of results, with three wins but also two losses in their last five matches. This inconsistency could be a concern as they head into the new season. While they have shown the capability to win, the lack of a stable performance could hinder their chances against a resilient Espanyol side. The model indicates a win probability of around 55% for Espanyol, with a projected score of 2-1. One key market to note is that the odds for Espanyol to win are at 1.80. However, a potential caveat for Espanyol lies in their transition to the new season; if they fail to carry their form into the opening match, they could struggle against a determined Levante side. For a detailed breakdown of our prediction methodology, please refer to the "How We Reached This Prediction" section. This analysis is brought to you by The Daily Punt Analysis Team, using an in-house model that evaluates expected goals and actual results throughout the season.

Betting Predictions

How the model works, and its full prediction record, are set out on our How It Works and Accuracy pages.

Match Result
Espanyol Win50%2.10
Draw24%3.25
Levante Win26%3.67
BTTS
Both Teams to Score: Yes
1.8953.0%

Both attacks have been productive in recent matches, with regular goal-scoring on either side.

Over/Under Goals
Under 2.5 Goals
1.6851.8%

Espanyol manage games at home, conceding just 1.69 goals per match. Levante score 1.29 on the road.

Correct Score
Espanyol 1-1 Levante
5.9017.0%

The most likely scoreline per our model at 17.0% probability.

Asian Handicap
Espanyol -0.5
1.9644%

Espanyol have been the stronger side, winning 17% of their matches.

CORRECT SCOREMost likely outcomes
1-1
5.90
17.0%
1-0
6.27
16.0%
0-0
8.13
12.3%
2-1
8.24
12.2%
0-1
8.99
11.2%
2-0
9.19
10.9%

Our model projects a 1-1 draw as the most likely scoreline at 17.0% probability. 3 of the top six outcomes feature Espanyol clean sheets, in line with their 21% clean-sheet rate this season.

ASIAN HANDICAPLines & prices
Espanyol
-0.0
1.49
Levante
+0.0
2.63
Espanyol
-0.3
1.83
Levante
+0.3
3.05
Espanyol
-0.5
1.96
Levante
+0.5
3.55
Espanyol
-1.5
4.50
Levante
+1.5
8.50

Lines averaged across 6 bookmakers. Espanyol are the favourites on the spread, so the larger handicaps pay more if they win comfortably while the smaller lines protect the bet on a narrower result.

Best Betting Odds

Espanyol vs Levante
Bookmaker1X2O/U 2.5BTTS
1X2OverUnderYesNo
10Bet
2.103.203.552.101.701.851.90
Marathonbet
2.103.403.822.201.691.901.80
Betfair
2.103.253.802.151.671.831.91
Pinnacle
2.153.283.872.251.71
SBO
2.082.983.182.201.69
William Hill
2.053.203.501.911.85
Bet365
2.153.203.702.201.671.911.91
1xBet
2.133.463.882.271.741.901.82
Unibet
2.043.303.852.281.631.951.77
888Sport
2.053.203.502.151.671.911.85
Betano
2.123.303.602.201.701.881.85
BetVictor
2.103.203.752.071.651.831.85

Goals Probability

Avg. bookmaker odds
Over 0.5 Goals
88.6%
Over 1.5 Goals
68.5%
Over 2.5 Goals
48.2%
Over 3.5 Goals
23.9%

Double Chance

Bet covers two outcomes
1XEspanyol or Draw
74%1.27
12Espanyol or Levante
76%1.32
X2Draw or Levante
51%1.73

Head to Head

Last 10 Meetings (Espanyol leads 5-1)
5 Espanyol4 Draw1 Levante
27 Apr
Espanyol
0-0
Levante
La Liga
11 Jan
Levante
1-1
Espanyol
La Liga
Feb 24
Espanyol
2-1
Levante
Segunda División
Sept 23
Levante
1-4
Espanyol
Segunda División
Mar 22
Levante
1-1
Espanyol
La Liga
Dec 21
Espanyol
4-3
Levante
La Liga
Jun 20
Espanyol
1-3
Levante
La Liga
Oct 19
Levante
0-1
Espanyol
La Liga
Apr 19
Levante
2-2
Espanyol
La Liga
Sept 18
Espanyol
1-0
Levante
La Liga

In the last 10 matches between Espanyol and Levante, Espanyol has won 5 times, there have been 4 draws, and Levante has won once. The scorelines indicate a generally competitive series, with several close matches, including four draws and multiple fixtures decided by a single goal. However, Espanyol has shown a stronger performance recently, including a notable 4-1 victory in their last encounter. Levante's solitary win came in 2020, suggesting a trend of Espanyol's dominance in recent years, while Levante has struggled to secure victories against them.

La Liga Standings

#TeamPWDLGFGAGDPtsForm
1
Sevilla
22005236
WW
2
Alaves
21104134
DW
3
Atletico Madrid
21104224
DW
4
Barcelona
11005053
W
5
Espanyol
21014223
LW
6
Real Madrid
11002113
W
18
Athletic Club
100113-20
L
19
Malaga
100102-20
L
20
Levante
100103-30
L

Venue Record

Current season at home / on the road
EspanyolHome
1W0D1L
2 playedGF 4 · GA 21.50 pts/game
LevanteAway
0W0D1L
1 playedGF 0 · GA 30.00 pts/game

Key Statistics

2026 Season
EspanyolLevante
1.34Goals p.g.1.29
1.69Goals conceded p.g.1.46
21%Clean sheets25%
17%Win rate43%
3.03Avg goals in match2.75
1.02xG per game
0.02xGA per game
35%Possession %
2.7Shots on target / game
3.3Corners per game
Espanyol
Recent Form

Espanyol have won 3 of their last 14 matches at home, drawing 5 and losing 6. Their recent home fixtures include lost to Real Madrid 1-2 and beat Levante 3-0.

Overall, the wider run reads 5W 10D 14L from the last 29 games (17% win rate). The form line has been negative, with defeats outweighing wins across the sample.

Match Results: EspanyolAll competitions
22 Aug
Espanyol
1-2
Real Madrid
La Liga
16 Aug
Espanyol
3-0
Levante
La Liga
08 Aug
Coventry
3-1
Espanyol
Friendlies Clubs
01 Aug
Middlesbrough
3-3
Espanyol
Friendlies Clubs
29 Jul
Burnley
2-2
Espanyol
Friendlies Clubs
25 Jul
Espanyol
1-1
Sabadell
Friendlies Clubs
5
Win
17%
10
Draw
34%
14
Lost
48%
Levante
Recent Form

Levante have won 2 of their last 12 matches on the road, drawing 2 and losing 8. Their recent away fixtures include lost to Levante 3-0 and beat Castellón 1-3.

Overall, the wider run reads 12W 5D 11L from the last 28 games (43% win rate). The form line is positive, with more wins than defeats across the sample.

Match Results: LevanteAll competitions
16 Aug
Espanyol
3-0
Levante
La Liga
08 Aug
Castellón
1-3
Levante
Friendlies Clubs
05 Aug
Villarreal
1-0
Levante
Friendlies Clubs
01 Aug
Levante
2-1
Albacete
Friendlies Clubs
26 Jul
Levante
1-0
Al-Qadisiyah FC
Friendlies Clubs
17 Jul
Levante
1-2
Sheffield Utd
Friendlies Clubs
12
Win
43%
5
Draw
18%
11
Lost
39%

Lineups

📋

Lineups not yet announced

Starting lineups are usually confirmed approximately 1 hour before kick-off.

Unavailable Players

4 players

Espanyol2

J. Puado
Missing FixtureKnee Injury
K. Garcia
Missing FixtureHamstring Injury

Levante2

A. Primo
Missing FixtureShoulder Injury
R. Brugue
Missing FixtureRed Card

Betting Strategy

High-probability picks are the most likely outcomes. Value selections are markets where our model's probability sits above the price implied by the odds. They will not always come in, but the odds are in your favour over time.

Value Bets
Espanyol Win2.10 (49.5%)
Levante Win3.67 (26.3%)
Over 2.5 Goals2.19 (48.2%)
Under 2.5 Goals1.68 (51.8%)
Both Teams Score1.89 (53%)
BTTS No1.85 (47%)
Speculative
Draw3.25 (24.2%)

Yellow Card Prediction

The referee for this fixture has not been confirmed, so we are sitting this card market out.

Corner Prediction

Espanyol average 1.3 goals per match at home; Levante 1.3 on the road. Open, attack-leaning sides tend to produce more corners; tight, low-event games tend to produce fewer. Our pick is over 9.5 corners at 1.72.

Player Stats Bet

Espanyol have generated 1.02 xG per game across their recent matches, winning 17% of them. They put 2.7 shots on target per match, giving their attackers the volume needed to land a goal-involvement bet. Espanyol player to score at 1.85 looks well supported by the data.

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OUR PREDICTION
Both Teams to Score Yes

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The Daily Punt Analysis Team

Data-driven football predictions and betting tips

This forecast was built by the The Daily Punt Analysis Team using our in-house statistical model. We feed the model two layers of data for every fixture: each team's recent expected goals (xG and xGA) and their actual goals scored and conceded, split by home and away venue. The numbers run through a Poisson distribution that produces a probability for every possible scoreline, which we then convert into fair odds for the 1X2, correct score, BTTS, and over/under markets.

Before publishing, we cross-check our fair odds against the prices the major bookmakers are offering. Where a bookmaker is paying out more than our model says is mathematically fair, we flag that market as a value bet on this page.