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Elche will host Levante at the Estadio Martinez Valero on Friday, August 29th, 2025, in the third round of the Spanish La Liga campaign. Both teams are eager to secure their first win of the season and climb the league table[1].

Elche have started their return to the top flight with two consecutive 1-1 draws against Real Betis and Atletico Madrid, leaving them unbeaten but still searching for a victory. Their tactical discipline has been notable, with Rafa Mir and Alvaro Rodriguez excelling in open spaces and aerial duels. The hosts typically employ a 4-4-2 formation, adapting to a compact defensive setup during transitions[2][4].

Levante, last season’s Segunda Division champions, have suffered back-to-back defeats in dramatic fashion: a 2-1 loss to Alaves and a 3-2 reversal against defending champions Barcelona, despite holding a two-goal lead at halftime. The team remains optimistic about picking up their first points against fellow newly promoted Elche[2].

Historically, Levante have had the upper hand in recent matches between the sides, going unbeaten in the last six encounters, including a 3-1 win at Estadio Martinez Valero in May 2025. Elche last defeated Levante in April 2021[3][4]. Of their 76 previous meetings, Levante have won 31 times, Elche 21, and 24 have ended in draws[1].

Bookmakers currently favor Elche with odds of 2.15 to win, compared to 3.55 for Levante. The match is viewed as a pivotal opportunity for both promoted sides to assert their status in the division[4].

From recent form statistics:

  • Elche have 4 wins, 2 losses, and 4 draws in their last 10 games, with an average of 1.5 goals per match and 55% possession. Mourad Daoudi leads Elche’s scoring with 3 goals.
  • Levante have 5 wins, 3 losses, and 2 draws in their last 10 games, averaging 1.9 goals. Roger Brugue is their top scorer with 5 goals.

Key recent injury news:

  • Levante’s Manu Sanchez (hamstring) and Alfonso Pastor (finger) are out, while Iker Losada is doubtful with a contusion.
  • Elche’s Rafa Mir is out indefinitely following a knock.

Elche’s unbeaten start and Levante’s attacking prowess make this match one of the more intriguing early-season fixtures between newly promoted clubs[6].

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