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First-Ever Clash: Leonesa vs. Levante in Copa del Rey
17 Dec
Summary
- This marks the historic first competitive meeting between Cultural Leonesa and Levante.
- Levante is struggling for form, losing their last five league matches consecutively.
- Cultural Leonesa has secured four wins in their last six matches across all competitions.
Spanish second division side Cultural Leonesa is set to host La Liga club Levante in the second round of the Copa del Rey on Wednesday. This fixture is notable as it represents the very first official competitive meeting between these two clubs, adding a unique dynamic to the tie.
Cultural Leonesa has demonstrated robust form recently, securing four wins in their last six matches across all competitions. Their recent performances include a 4-2 cup victory over Andorra CF and a 2-1 league win away at Eibar, showcasing their offensive capabilities and resilience. Despite a recent 2-0 league loss at home to Huesca, the team generally maintains a balanced profile, averaging around one and a half goals per game.
Levante, conversely, arrives at this fixture with considerable struggles, particularly in league play, having lost their last five consecutive La Liga matches. Their league campaign has been marred by difficulty in scoring, with only 16 goals, while conceding 28. The Copa del Rey tie offers Levante a vital chance to rebuild confidence and potentially reset their season, despite missing key attacking player Karl Etta Eyong due to AFCON duty.
