Levante vs Valencia: La Liga Derby Preview

Why this matters: This match is critical for both teams' survival hopes in La Liga. A loss for either side could significantly impact their chances of staying in the top flight.

Levante's struggles this season have been largely due to their leaky defense, despite showing promise in attack. Their home form has been particularly poor, with only seven points earned from 10 matches. Valencia, on the other hand, is battling inconsistency and is desperate to avoid their first relegation since the 1986-87 season. The team news indicates key absences for both sides due to injuries and suspensions, further complicating matters for both managers.

Jon Ander Olasagasti's odds to score are +625, with the player having one goal from three shots this season. Levante has scored 26 goals in 22 games, while Valencia has conceded 37 in 23. Valencia has scored 23 goals and allowed 37.

Levante's La Liga form is WDLWDL, while Valencia's is LDWWLL.

Levante will be without Victor Garcia, Roger Brugue, Jeremy Toljan, and Alan Matturro. Valencia will miss Arnaut Danjuma, Mouctar Diakhaby and Jose Copete.

This match is a must-win for both Levante and Valencia. Expect a tense and hard-fought derby with neither team willing to give an inch. Keep an eye on how the depleted squads impact the flow of the game and whether Levante's defense can hold up against Valencia's attack. Jon Ander Olasagasti could be one to watch for Levante.

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