In the opening round of La Liga, Alavés showcased their home advantage this Saturday, defeating Levante with a thrilling score of 2-1. The hosts drew first blood in the 35th minute when Toni Martínez found the net with a powerful header. However, Levante fought back in the 67th minute, equalizing through Jeremy Toljan following an impressive offensive play.
Despite the setback, Alavés regained their lead late in the game as Nahuel Tenaglia scored to secure the win just as the match approached its conclusion in the 91st minute, ensuring a dramatic finish.
Nahuel Tenaglia was undoubtedly the standout player, contributing significantly not only by scoring but also by clearing eight dangerous balls to maintain his team’s lead. Toni Martínez also had a noteworthy performance, scoring once, firing four shots on goal, and completing six successful passes throughout the match.
Eduardo Coudet, the Alavés coach, opted for a 4-5-1 formation, starting with Antonio Sivera in goal; Jonny Otto, Facundo Garcés, Nahuel Tenaglia, and Victor Parada forming the back line; while Pablo Ibáñez, Antonio Blanco, Carlos Vicente, Jon Guridi, and Carles Aleñá anchored the midfield, with Toni Martínez spearheading the attack.
Meanwhile, Julián Calero’s Levante lined up in a 5-4-1 formation, featuring Pablo Cuñat as the goalkeeper; Jeremy Toljan, Adrián de la Fuente, Unai Elgezabal, Jorge Cabello, and Manu Sánchez in defense; Víctor García, Oriol Rey, Pablo Martínez, and Roger Brugué in midfield; and Iván Romero as the lone striker.
The match was officiated by referee Miguel Sesma Espinosa.
Looking ahead, Alavés will visit Real Betis in their next match, while Levante will host FC Barcelona at the Ciutat de València Stadium. Currently, Alavés sits in fourth place with three points, while Levante is in seventeenth without any points yet.
Substitutions for Alavés
76’ 2T – Pablo Ibáñez was substituted by Mariano Díaz, and Jon Guridi was replaced by Abde Rebbach.
85’ 2T – Carlos Vicente made way for Calebe.
90’ 2T – Victor Parada and Carles Aleñá were substituted out for Youssef Enriquez and Ander Guevara, respectively.
Substitutions for Levante
53’ 2T – Víctor García was replaced by José Luis Morales.
78’ 2T – Iván Romero was substituted by Sergio Lozano and Manu Sánchez came off for Diego Pampín.
84’ 2T – Pablo Martínez was replaced by Matías Moreno, and Roger Brugué was substituted by Carlos Álvarez.
Yellow Card for Levante:
8’ 1T – Manu Sánchez received a card for holding the opponent to prevent advancement.