Osasuna faced off against Levante in a decisive match that saw the home team deliver a strong performance, ultimately winning 2-0 in this 15th round of La Liga. The action kicked off early, with Víctor Muñoz finding the back of the net just 12 minutes into the game, setting the tone for the rest of the match. Later, Rubén García doubled the lead with a goal in the 35th minute, further solidifying Osasuna’s control of the match.
Víctor Muñoz was undoubtedly the standout player, contributing significantly with 1 goal, executing 17 successful passes, and testing the Levante goal with 6 shots. Following closely was Rubén García, who also made his mark with a goal and 15 accurate passes.
Osasuna’s coach Alessio Lisci deployed a 4-5-1 formation, featuring Sergio Herrera as the goalkeeper, with a defensive line consisting of Iñigo Arguibide, Alejandro Catena, Flavien-Enzo Boyomo, and Abel Bretones. The midfield included Jon Moncayola, Lucas Torró, Víctor Muñoz, Aimar Oroz, and Rubén García, while Ante Budimir led the attack.
In contrast, Levante, managed by Álvaro del Moral, also lined up in a 4-5-1 formation, with Mathew Ryan guarding the goal. The defensive setup was made up of Jeremy Toljan, Jorge Cabello, Alan Matturro, and Manu Sánchez. Their midfield comprised Unai Vencedor, Kervin Arriaga, Roger Brugué, Carlos Álvarez, and Iván Romero, and Etta Eyong was stationed upfront.
The match officiated by José Guzmán Mansilla ended with Osasuna taking home 3 vital points. In the future rounds, Osasuna will travel to face Barcelona, while Levante will play at home against Villarreal.
After the match, Osasuna finds themselves in 15th position with 15 points, whereas Levante languishes at the bottom of the table in 20th place with only 9 points.
Substitutions for Osasuna
50’ 2T – Lucas Torró was replaced by Iker Muñoz
68’ 2T – Iñigo Arguibide came off for Juan Cruz and Rubén García was replaced by Moi Gómez
73’ 2T – Aimar Oroz was substituted by Sheraldo Becker and Víctor Muñoz by Jorge Herrando
Cards for Osasuna:
14’ 1T – Lucas Torró (Unsporting behavior) and 11’ 2T – Rubén García (Unsporting behavior)
Substitutions for Levante
61’ 2T – Roger Brugué was substituted by Iker Losada
76’ 2T – Jorge Cabello gave way to Jon Olasagasti, Unai Vencedor was replaced by José Luis Morales, and Etta Eyong by Víctor García
81’ 2T – Iván Romero was substituted for Goduine Koyalipou
Cards for Levante:
21’ 1T – Kervin Arriaga (Unsporting behavior) and 12’ 2T – Jorge Cabello (Holding the opponent to prevent forward movement)